Things You Will Need
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Check the sprinkler lines that you plan to cover with concrete. Test them for leaks and check all joints and washers. Repair or replace any problem sections to ensure that they are solid before covering.
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Water the soil thoroughly to soften it before digging the trenches. Use a trenching machine to dig the trenches, which should be approximately 10 inches deep to accommodate the lines or pipes. The standard depth for commercial installations is 12 inches deep, but a depth of 10 inches is acceptable for home irrigation systems.
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Remove the loose dirt from the bottom of the trenches using a narrow-blade trenching shovel. The base of the trench should be smooth and free of stones and debris. Position the sprinkler lines in the trenches and cover them with loose soil.
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Fill the trenches and compact the soil as much as possible without risking damage to the lines. Leave the trenches for a day or two to allow the dirt to settle.
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Prepare the area where you plan to lay concrete by removing any rocks and debris. Rake it smooth and compact it using a pressure roller.
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Position a wooden frame around the area you intend to cover with concrete. Spread a layer of gravel over the entire area, approximately 2 inches deep.
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Pour the premixed concrete over the gravel and allow it to harden for 24 hours. Spray the concrete with curing compound once it is dry.