Forensic Irrigation Repair & Diagnostics
CSI-level investigation: Why your system isn't just broken—it's failing by design
A broken sprinkler head isn't the problem—it's the symptom. At Conserva Irrigation of Greater Scottsdale, we perform forensic diagnostics to identify the root cause of irrigation failures: pressure imbalances, valve sequencing errors, or electrolysis corrosion.
Our Forensic Diagnostic Process
Pressure Testing & Flow Analysis
We measure PSI at every zone to detect pressure loss, identify undersized pipes, or diagnose failing pressure regulators.
Valve & Controller Diagnostics
Electrical continuity tests, solenoid resistance checks, and controller programming audits reveal hidden failures.
Underground Leak Detection
Using acoustic listening devices and thermal imaging, we locate leaks without excavating your entire yard.
Common Repair Scenarios We Solve
Pressure Imbalance Syndrome
One zone drowns while another barely mists. This indicates improper head spacing or mixed nozzle types on the same valve.
Our Fix: We recalculate precipitation rates and install matched precipitation nozzles (MP Rotators) for uniform coverage.
Valve Chatter & Water Hammer
Loud banging or valves that won't fully close indicate pressure surges damaging your system.
Our Fix: Install pressure regulators and flow control valves to stabilize hydraulic forces.
Electrolysis Corrosion
Green deposits on brass fittings or rapid pipe degradation near pool equipment.
Our Fix: Replace with dielectric unions and reroute grounding to prevent galvanic corrosion.
Get Your Free Diagnostic Inspection
Our certified technicians will identify exactly what's wrong and provide transparent pricing before any work begins.