When Should Commercial Irrigation Systems Be Winterized in Chicago?
Posted on October 22, 2026 at 8:00 am
Commercial irrigation systems throughout the Chicago and Kenosha areas should be winterized before prolonged freezing temperatures can damage pipes, valves, backflow devices, and other components. However, winterizing too early can leave turf, newly installed plants, and evergreens without the water they need during a dry fall. The right timing balances freeze protection with the landscape’s…