If your system is leaking, a sprinkler won’t shut off, or water is running continuously, you can stop the water flow using one of the following methods:
Option 1: Shut Off the Backflow Device
Locate the ball valve at your irrigation backflow preventer and turn it to the off position.
Option 2: Shut Off the Exterior Ball Valve
Outside your home, locate the ball valve dedicated to your irrigation system.
- When the valve handle is parallel to the pipe, the water is ON
- When the valve handle is perpendicular to the pipe, the water is OFF