About the author
Brian Gepford, General Manager
Brian Gepford is the General Manager of Superior Sprinkler Systems, the family-owned irrigation company his father, Chris Gepford, founded in Loudoun County in 1991. Now in his twelfth year as General Manager, Brian oversees every part of the business, from system design and installation to repairs, winterizations and backflow testing. He writes about sprinkler, irrigation and landscape lighting care for homeowners across Northern Virginia.
Best Residential Irrigation System Installation: A Complete Guide for Homeowners
A vibrant, green lawn and beautiful landscaping don’t just happen with good weather—they rely on a well-designed irrigation system. That’s why installing a residential irrigation system is one of the smartest investments homeowners can make. With so many options available, the real question is: how do you know which system is best for your property? […]
Read MorePros and Cons of Installing a Residential Irrigation System
An irrigation system makes lawn care smarter—saving water while keeping your landscape lush, efficient, and fully automated. At Superior Sprinkler, we believe informed homeowners make the best decisions—so let’s go over the pros and cons together. Pros of installing a Residential Irrigation System #1 Less Work, More Free Time No more dragging hoses across the […]
Read MoreInstalling a Rain Bird Irrigation System: What Homeowners Should Know
If convenience, efficiency, and curb appeal are your goals, Rain Bird irrigation is one of the smartest upgrades you can make to your property. To get the most out of it, you’ll want a setup designed around your property’s unique layout, soil, and plant needs. Superior Sprinkler is committed to helping homeowners make informed decisions. […]
Read More10 Common Sprinkler System Installation Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)
A well-built sprinkler system should run reliably for many years. When one does not, the cause can usually be traced back to mistakes made during design and installation: uneven head spacing, undersized pipe, a skipped pressure test, or a missing backflow preventer. Here are the most common sprinkler installation pitfalls we see on Northern Virginia […]
Read MoreWhat Are the Benefits of Landscape Lighting? A Northern Virginia Homeowner’s Guide
Landscape lighting makes a home safer to walk around after dark, harder for intruders to approach unseen, and more attractive from the street. It also extends the hours you can actually use your patio, deck and yard. With modern low-voltage LED fixtures, a well-designed system does all of this while using very little electricity. For […]
Read MoreSPRING is finally here!
We have had a very busy off-season, planning, improving and implementing enhancements to our customer experience! We hope that you found our renewal process both convenient and beneficial. As we prepare for the arrival of Spring, below are a few reminders to help you get ready for the 2017 season. Backflow Testing Attention Loudoun County […]
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