We just got a sprinkler system put in our yard, and I must say, it is awesome. I can’t believe I lived for five years in our old house, and didn’t have a sprinkler system. I am so *not* going to miss dragging that frickin hose around, trying to water each part of the yard. Especially in the Texas heat with the mosquitos and other critters. Our sprinkler man, who was recommended by our neighbors, said, “What the sprinkler system does is give you back your time, that’s all.” And he is right. But that’s not all. Now the lawn and garden will be nice and healthy, and not suffer from my lapses in watering. I have the timer set to water the vegetable garden each morning for a few minutes. And when I want to water the lawn, I just push a single button, and can go about my business. It’s so great! A little expensive, but totally worth it.