Patio Misting Systems

Patio misting systems allow homeowners and their families to take advantage of their backyards even during on the hottest days of the year. Not only do patio misting systems cool the environment by as much as 30%, they can also help grass and plants to survive intense heat by providing a gentle supply of moisture. People also derive additional benefits from patio misting systems. The moisture works to lessen dust and pollen in the air which may decrease health problems caused by sinus distress and allergies. Patio misting systems may even lessen the presence of flying insects. They can also help to lower air conditioning costs. With all these benefits, how is it that many homeowners are not even aware that patio misting systems exist?

Patterned after the cooling systems used by professional athletic teams and amusement parks, patio misting systems have shown steady gains in homeowner awareness and popularity over the last decade. Considering the enhanced enjoyment they offer to homeowners and the savings that they may provide in many areas, their surging acceptance is no surprise. Basic patio misting systems are easy to install. Their cost is also relatively low when weighed against their many advantages. In addition, patio misting systems are rapidly becoming a sought after amenities which add to a home’s value and marketability.

Patio misting systems take a double barreled approach to summer heat. First, they set up a mist curtain around a specified area. The light mist cools the air and then as it rapidly evaporates it acts to pull the heat out of the air. Second, the continuing mist provides a wall to keep the heat outside the mist from invading the cooler area within the misting area.

A simple patio misting system is a configuration of thin tubes equipped intermittently with nozzles which emit a fine spray. The finer the spray the better; a light mist will evaporate more quickly than a heavy spray thereby continually pulling heat from the air. There are some inexpensive self installed patio misting systems on the market. However, many times they are not worth even their lesser price. In order for a patio misting system to work effectively, there must be sufficient water pressure to produce the mist and nozzles capable of diffusing it. High grade plastic tubing and nozzles with brass fittings or totally stainless steel conduit with brass nozzles and fittings deliver the most efficient misting. While at first the difference between the cost of these types of systems and lesser plastic systems may seem wide, over the lifetime of the system the advantages of the more expensive system will become evident.

The cost of installing a patio misting system is further mitigated when a homeowner considers the savings which may accrue from reduced landscaping costs and lower cooling bills. A patio misting system can keep expensive shrubby, plants and grass from dying. It can also reduce heat damage to the patio itself. By keeping the exterior area of the home cooler, a patio misting system decreases air conditioning bills in two ways. First, the family spends more time outside reducing the need for turning on the air conditioning. Second, the patio misting system also works to cool the inside of the house by reducing the temperature of the outside of the house.

All in all, a patio misting system is an excellent investment for homeowners in warmer climates. It cools the house and the yard while making it possible for the homeowners to spend more time enjoying their yard. If that weren’t enough, a patio misting system reduces the problems caused by air contaminants and may increase the energy efficiency of the home as a whole. Wow, that’s a big step up from running through the sprinkle on a sunny day.