Rotor & Spray Head Tools

A sprinkler pull-up tool is shaped similar to a pair of pliers and is designed to hold the sprinkler stem up while adjusting or replacing the nozzle. This tool is especially useful with pop-up sprinklers, making it easier to work without disassembling the entire head.

A rotor adjustment tool is used to adjust rotor sprinkler heads. It fits into the adjustment slots on the sprinkler to change its settings. With this tool, you can adjust your rotor’s arc and spray radius. However, many of these tools are designed to fit specific rotor brands (like Hunter or Rain Bird) and may not work with other products.

To replace a sprinkler head, you only need a few basic irrigation tools. Make sure that you have a sprinkler wrench, to loosen and remove the old head, pliers, to help grip fittings if they are tight, a sprinkler pull-up tool, to lift up pop-up heads, and a small shovel to dig around the sprinkler area.

It depends. Some sprinkler heads can be adjusted by hand, but most require a tool, especially rotor heads or fixed spray heads with screws that control the arc or radius. Using a tool ensures a more precise adjustment.