Lawn Sprinkler Systems Home Renovation Class

With Dave Cooke

*This sprinkler class is seasonal, and is part of our Knowing Your Home Series. See what other upcoming classes we offer in the series here.

Gaining confidence in lawn sprinkler repair and irrigation maintenance is a valuable skill that saves both time and money. With the right knowledge of system parts, you can troubleshoot issues, maintain a lush yard, and avoid expensive $200+ simple service calls. Learn how the water flows from the valves to the heads and demystify the electronic controllers that make it all work. Join this supportive beginner-friendly workshop, expand your handy DIY skillset, and connect with a community of fellow makers!

Skills & Concepts You’ll Learn:

  • Understanding system parts and functions.

  • Identifying water supply and backflow valves.

  • Operating control systems and electronic zone valves.

  • Working with sprinkler heads, wiring, pipe, tubing, and fittings.

Equipment & Tools You’ll Learn:

  • Backflow valves, zone valves, sprinkler heads, fittings, and control panels.

Class Outline:

  • System Overview: A high-level look at how the system functions as a whole.

  • Component Breakdown: A detailed discussion of the specific parts, including water supply, backflow valves, and control systems.

  • Hardware & Infrastructure: Understanding the wiring, pipes, tubing, and fittings that make the system work.

  • Wrap-Up: Review and Q&A.

Please Note: this is a lecture and demonstration class designed to build understanding - hands-on will be limited.

Other Class Details:

  • Prerequisites: None. No Experience Required.

  • Class Capacity: 12 maximum, 5 minimum

  • Materials Provided?: Yes

  • Age Limit: 13+. Guardian required if under 18 (info)

  • Partner Ticket Available?: No

  • Available for a Private Class?: Yes (info)

  • Clothing/Equipment Requirements?: None

About the Teacher

David Cooke has taught home repair classes for thirteen years. He’s written articles on home repair and improvement for a local magazine and appeared weekly on a television program in Boston as the "Resident Home Repair Guy" for two years. David ran his own home repair and improvement business for most of the last 30 years. Dave also plays in a band, was a comedian, and is a retired judge / attorney.

What People Say about Dave’s Classes….

"David was hilarious. Also I feel much more confident."

"Incredible amount of information and practice for 3 hours without feeling overwhelming."

"Instructor was fantastic, kept the jokes coming and made the time fly by!"