Reclaimed Water & Well Sprinkler Systems in Titusville, FL
Not every Titusville system runs on city water. We work on reclaimed and well setups too.
Reclaimed water is wastewater that has been treated and sent back out through a separate pipe network for irrigation. The City of Titusville runs two reclaimed water plants and a distribution system that serves irrigation customers. Reclaimed lines and parts are usually marked purple so nobody confuses them with drinking water.
Other properties pull from a private irrigation well with a pump. In that setup, the controller tells a pump start relay to turn the pump on whenever a zone runs. A bad relay, a pump that cycles on and off, or rust in the water can each look like a sprinkler problem when the trouble is actually upstream.
When it's time for reclaimed & well-fed systems
- Nozzles that clog again and again on a reclaimed system
- Orange or brown rust stains on walls, walks or the driveway
- A pump that runs with no zone on, or won't start at all
- A pump that clicks on and off rapidly while a zone runs
- Weak pressure on the last zones of a well system
- Purple-marked parts mixed with standard parts after a repair
Local conditions in Titusville & North Brevard
The City of Titusville applies its irrigation restrictions to city water, well water and reclaimed water alike. A private well does not mean you can water any day. Your watering days are the same as everyone else's at your address. The District's rules also say that when reclaimed water is available for irrigation, private irrigation wells are not authorized. If you are not sure which source your system uses or what is allowed at your property, the City's Water Conservation Program is the place to ask.
Wells in North Brevard often carry iron, which is what leaves rust-colored stains on concrete and stucco. Reclaimed water can carry fine particles and growth that build up in small nozzles and filter screens over time. Both mean more nozzle and filter cleaning than a city-water system needs. We can install filters where they make sense and aim heads so they don't hit walls and walkways that stain.
What to watch for on each source
On reclaimed systems, the first sign of trouble is often uneven spray. One head throws a clean pattern while the next one sputters, because its nozzle screen has filled with buildup. Cleaning screens and nozzles fixes most of it, and we check the filter at the zone if there is one. If every zone loses pressure at once, the reclaimed supply itself may be interrupted.
On well systems, listen to the pump. A pump that starts with no zone running, runs constantly or clicks on and off in short bursts is telling you something. Often the cause is a pump start relay that sticks, a leak that keeps pressure from building, or a zone that asks for more water than the pump can supply. We test the relay and pressure before touching the heads.
Mixed-up parts are a hidden risk on reclaimed systems. A repair made with standard parts on a reclaimed line, or reclaimed parts tied into a drinking water line, can cause confusion later. We keep reclaimed parts purple and separate, and we point out anything that looks like a cross-connection so it can be corrected.
Whatever your source, a little routine care goes a long way. Clean nozzle screens on a reclaimed system once or twice a year, or sooner if spray looks uneven. On a well system, keep the area around the pump clear and dry, and note any new sounds or changes in how often it cycles. If you notice rust stains on concrete getting worse, tell us. We can usually reduce them with better head placement.
How we handle it
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Check the source
We look at reclaimed service pressure or the well, pump and relay before blaming the heads.
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Pin down the fault
Clogged screens, a failed relay, a pressure problem or a leak. We test each piece.
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Repair and flush
We fix the fault, flush lines and clean or replace nozzles and filters.
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Program to the rules
We set run times to the watering rules, which apply to reclaimed and well water too.
Reclaimed & Well-Fed Systems: what people ask
Do watering rules apply if I use reclaimed water or a well?
Yes. The City of Titusville says its irrigation restrictions apply to city water, well water and reclaimed water.
How do I know if my property has reclaimed water?
Look for purple-marked pipes, valve boxes or a reclaimed meter, or check your utility bill. The City's Public Works and Water Reclamation staff can confirm whether your address has service.
Why do my reclaimed water nozzles keep clogging?
Reclaimed water can carry fine particles that build up in small nozzle openings and filter screens. Regular cleaning and the right filter help a lot.
My well pump runs when no zone is on. What does that mean?
Often a stuck pump start relay, a leak that keeps pressure from building, or a pressure switch problem. We test each one to find which it is.
Can you stop rust stains from my well water?
We can reduce them by aiming heads away from walls and concrete and fixing overspray. Treating the water itself is a separate service, and we will tell you if that is what your system needs.
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Tell us what's going on and we'll take it from there. Free estimates, and you approve the price before any work starts. Ask about licensing and insurance before any work begins, with us or anyone else.
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