Drip Irrigation Installation & Repair

Drip irrigation installation typically ranges from $400-$1,500 for a standard flower bed or garden zone, depending on size and complexity. Spray-to-drip conversions are usually $200-$600 per zone. Factors include area size, number of emitters, line routing difficulty, and whether we're creating a new zone or converting an existing one. Tree ring systems start at $150-$300 per tree. We provide free quotes with detailed pricing based on your specific landscape needs.

Yes! Spray-to-drip conversion is one of our most popular services. We replace the spray head with a drip conversion kit that includes a pressure regulator, filter, and drip line distribution. This works great for narrow planting strips, foundation beds, and areas where spray heads waste water on hardscape. Your existing zone valve and timer control remain the same - we just change what happens at the spray head location. Most conversions take 1-2 hours per zone.

Absolutely! Drip irrigation is far superior for flower beds, gardens, and shrub beds in North Texas. Benefits include: 90% water efficiency vs. 50-70% for spray heads, no water waste on mulch or hardscape, reduced fungal disease from wet foliage, minimal weed growth between plants, and better performance in DFW's clay soil which absorbs water slowly. Drip irrigation delivers water at the rate clay soil can absorb it, preventing runoff and ensuring deep root zone penetration. The only drawback is slightly higher installation cost, which pays for itself in 2-3 years through water savings.

Drip irrigation requires minimal maintenance but a few key tasks: (1) Flush lines twice per year by opening the end caps to clear debris, (2) Check emitters monthly during growing season to ensure they're flowing properly, (3) Replace the inline filter annually or when clogged, (4) Inspect lines for damage from landscaping activities or animals, and (5) Adjust emitter placement as plants grow. Most homeowners can handle basic maintenance, but we offer seasonal tune-up services if you prefer professional care. The filter and pressure regulator are critical - keep them clean for best performance.

Yes! Drip irrigation works perfectly with smart controllers like Rachio, RainMachine, and Hunter Hydrawise. The smart controller manages the zone just like any other irrigation zone. The key is setting the correct zone type to "Drip/Bubbler" in the controller app so it calculates proper run times. Drip zones typically run 45-90 minutes 2-3 times per week vs. 10-15 minutes for spray zones. Smart controllers excel at adjusting drip schedules based on weather, which is crucial for North Texas' variable rainfall and hot, dry summers.

Drip irrigation typically saves 30-50% water compared to spray heads for the same planting area. For a typical 500 sq ft flower bed in DFW, spray heads might use 300-400 gallons per watering, while drip irrigation uses 150-250 gallons for better results. Annual savings can reach $200-$400 per zone depending on water rates and landscape size. The savings come from eliminating overspray, reducing evaporation loss, preventing runoff on clay soil, and precise delivery only to planted areas. Many North Texas cities offer rebates for converting spray zones to drip, further improving ROI.