Replacing a Damaged Pop - Up Sprinkler Body

Replacing a Damaged Pop - Up Sprinkler Body

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If you notice that a pop - up sprinkler in your lawn is not working properly, it could be due to a damaged sprinkler body. The process of replacing a damaged pop - up sprinkler body is not overly complicated.

Let's assume you have a 6 - Inch Pop - Up Sprinkler that needs replacement. Start by turning off the water supply to the sprinkler system. Then, use a shovel to carefully dig around the damaged sprinkler body. Be careful not to damage the surrounding pipes. Once the body is exposed, you can see the connections. If it's a threaded connection, use a pipe wrench to loosen and remove the old body.

Inspect the new replacement body, such as a 5 - Pack - 6" Pop - up Professional Sprinkler body. Make sure it is in good condition and the right size for your system. Apply some pipe dope or wrap Teflon tape around the threads of the new body. Insert the new body into the hole and connect it to the water supply pipe. Tighten the connection with the pipe wrench. After connecting, backfill the hole with soil, making sure to tamp it down to keep the new body in place. Finally, turn on the water supply and check for any leaks. If there are no leaks, your pop - up sprinkler should be back in working order.