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How Overwatering Harms Your Garden
Everyone knows that plants need water to survive. But did you know that giving your garden too much water can be just as damaging—if not worse—than not giving it enough? At Retic Smart, we often see beautiful gardens suffering from a problem many homeowners don't realize they have: overwatering. It's the silent killer that can stress, sicken, and ultimately destroy your plants. Why More Water Isn't Always Better When you overwater, the most significant damage happens beneath
Clinton Wilkinson
Oct 302 min read
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Don't 'Set and Forget': Why You Should Adjust Your Sprinkler Watering Times
Setting and forgetting your irrigation system is a common mistake that wastes water and harms plants. To be truly "Waterwise," you must adjust your watering times seasonally. Excessive water application leads to root rot and nutrient loss. Let Retic Smart help you calibrate your system to save money and keep your garden thriving all year.
Clinton Wilkinson
Oct 283 min read
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The Unsung Hero: Why You Need a Master Solenoid for Your Sprinkler System
Most homes without a Master Solenoid are vulnerable to catastrophic leaks that can send your water bill soaring. This simple, unsung device acts as your system's emergency shut-off, instantly cutting pressure to save you money and headaches.
Click to learn how the Master Solenoid works, and why you need both a Licensed Plumber and a Waterwise Irrigator to install this crucial component the right way.
Clinton Wilkinson
Oct 193 min read
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Is Your Water Bill Sky-High? A Bunbury Guide to Claiming the Aqwest Leak Allowance 2025-26
Hidden leak driving up your Bunbury water bill? Aqwest customers may be eligible for the Leak Allowance! This credit can offset the cost of wasted water. Learn the new criteria, including the removal of the 5-year limit, the mandatory master solenoid requirement, and how Retic Smart, a WGI, can provide the compliant repair and documentation needed to claim your credit.
Clinton Wilkinson
Oct 92 min read
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