How to Unclog Jammed Sprinklers (DIY)

Introduction

Here's how to clean clogged lawn sprinklers using special cleaners that dissolve rust and mineral build-ups.

Clean Clogged Sprinklers

If you have a lot of iron or other minerals in your water, then you likely know how much of a problem they can create. Iron builds up on the working parts and in the holes of sprinklers, which over time can make them quit working altogether. Here’s the good news: a simple soaking in a rust-removing solution followed by a spritz of silicone lubricant is all it takes to rejuvenate your sprinkler.