How to Get Your Chapin Sprayers Ready for Spring

It may be snowing and the cold wind may be blowing in your neighborhood but Spring is just around the corner! It’s time to take a look at your sprayers and make sure they are ready to be used when the weather warms up.

Make sure they are clean.

Most of us store our sprayers clean and dry for the winter. If they have leftover solutions in them the chemicals have probably lost their effectiveness and need to be discarded. Contact your local waste management provider and find out if any of the chemicals you have would be considered hazardous and how to dispose of them safely. If they are not considered hazardous, do not pour the chemical down the drain. Find a spot you would normally treat and use the remaining concentrate.

Once the sprayer is empty rinse it thoroughly with water and spray water through the wand and nozzle to make sure it will pressurize and isn’t clogged. Check this article on steps to clean your sprayer.

Replacement parts such as seals and filters may be available depending on the model you own. Many of our user manuals can be accessed at the appropriate product page on our website, https://chapinusa.com. Contact us if you have questions.

Check the sprayer function even when stored clean and dry.

Chapin sprayers are designed to last but extreme temperatures can dry out seals and may cause cracks in components.

Test all your sprayers with water and make sure they pressurize and spray.

If they are not functioning as expected they may need new seals or other components. Contact us if you need help determining why they are not working.

Take inventory and determine what sprayers you need.

Here are some questions to ask before you start working on your garden and landscape:

What jobs will I be doing in and around the home?

Will I be controlling weeds and pests in the garden?
Use handheld 48 oz., and 1 or 2-gallon hand sprayers to target weeds and pests.

Will I be controlling weeds and pests in the lawn?
Use a metered hose end sprayer like the G364D to spray the whole lawn, a 2-gallon sprayer or backpack sprayer for spot treatment.

Do any trees need to be sprayed for pest control?
A backpack sprayer can provide the spray distance you need, or if the trees are not very tall, a 1 or 2-gallon sprayer will work.

Do I want to use separate sprayers for weed control, pest control, fertilizer and cleaning agents to prevent cross contamination of chemicals?
Get a the 22000 1-gallon or 20024 2-gallon 2-Pack of Chapin sprayers on Amazon.

Am I planning to use bleach for disinfecting surfaces inside and outside the home?
A bleach sprayer is a must to hold up to the strong chemical. The Chapin 20075 bleach sprayer fits the bill. Use it with household bleach at a dilution ratio of 1/3 cup of bleach to 1 gallon of water. There is no need to go full strength bleach and it will damage the sprayer.

Do I need a heavy-duty sprayer if I am going to use stronger than off the store shelf chemicals?
Chapin ProSeries and Premier sprayers have heavy duty components for professional and frequent use.

Should I switch to a battery-operated sprayer?
If hand pumping a sprayer causes fatigue or you want to deliver a more consistent spray a battery powered sprayer is a great option. Chapin offers the 75004 1-Liter handheld sprayer, the new 28324 EVO 2-Gallon sprayer, and the 63924 4-Gallon battery backpack sprayer.

Don’t Spray Yourself!

Remember to use personal protective gear including gloves and goggles, and wear long sleeves, long pants and footwear that covers your feet.

Check out the Chapin International Store on Amazon to see our extensive line of sprayers and find what you need.