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How-To: Replace a Broken Sprinkler Head

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Follow our step-by-step guide to learn how to replace a broken sprinkler head on your property.
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Alright, today we're going to show you how to change a broken sprinkler head. Obviously, we've got some coverage issues as well. First, dig up the area around the sprinkler head—it's going to be messy. Unscrew the old head counterclockwise. Try to keep the funny pipe elevated to prevent debris from getting in.

Next, screw the new head on. If there were debris in the line, you would want to leave the flush nozzle on and flush the line again, but it looks like we're pretty clean here. Put the new nozzle on, aligning the spray marks to show where the water comes out. Finally, fill the hole back up.