Although the morning was rough for sprinkler blowouts in the Meridian 83642 due to system issues, or unable to find shut-off valves or valve boxes, the afternoon went smooth enough that I was able to finish all that were in the designated area, and had time to do a few extra that were in the same zip code. Depending on what else comes in to the 83642, one more day in the area should wrap it up.
Today I will be doing sprinkler blowouts in Eagle. There are only 15 in the area, but Eagle properties tend to be a little larger, so about 135 actual zones to blow out, which can take up a bit of time. If there is time left afterwards, I am going to jet down to the 83703 to finish the 3 I had left from the other day.
I am always rushing, but since we have so many zones to get blown out today I would appreciate it if Eagle customers would make sure their gates are accessible, valve boxes are uncovered from grass, bark, rock, leaves, etc., so I can find them quickly. Leave access to your sprinkler timer just in case I can't find everything I need. If you are paying by check, please make payments to "The Maintenance Shop."
We are still getting an influx of new sprinkler blowout requests even though the price went up on November 10 as it does every year. Even with some cancellations here and there, we are getting more in than are cancelling. As I said before, "Those who have no patience pave the way for ones who do."