Sprinkler Activations
Sprinkler Activations
A great lawn starts with a well-prepared irrigation system. Our spring sprinkler activations help make sure your system is turned on safely and ready to deliver consistent water coverage for the growing season.
We check for obvious freeze damage, broken heads, leaks, and other visible issues so small problems can be identified before they turn into bigger ones.
Activation Season:
Typically offered April 27 through May 31
Activations may still be scheduled after May 31 when needed, but most spring activation demand is finished by June 1
Our Service Steps
What's typically included:
Turning on the water supply
Running zones to verify operation
Inspecting accessible components for obvious freeze damage
Minor sprinkler head adjustments for obvious spray misdirection when feasible
Sprinkler controller programming based on client needs and, when applicable, coordinated with the client’s mowing day for better lawn care timing
Replacing the controller backup battery at no additional cost if expired or corroded
Activation Pricing
Cost varies by zone quantity
1 to 4 zones: $139
5 to 8 zones: $149
9 to 12 zones: $159
13 to 16 zones: $229
17 to 20 zones: $289
21+ zones: Custom pricing required
Sprinkler activations are scheduled by route and service area rather than exact appointment times. This helps keep springs cheduling as efficient as possible.
Sprinkler Activation FAQ
Here are answers to some of the most common questions about our activations and sprinkler-specific services.
Our sprinkler activation season typically begins April 27 and runs through May 31.
Pricing is based on the number of irrigation zones on the property.
- 1 to 4 zones: $139
- 5 to 8 zones: $149
- 9 to 12 zones: $159
- 13 to 16 zones: $229
- 17 to 20 zones: $289
- 21+ zones: Custom pricing required
No. Activations are scheduled by route and service area. We provide the best arrival window we reasonably can, but timing can shift based on routing and earlier service visits.
If we notice issues while starting up the system, we’ll let you know what we found and what we recommend. The activation service itself focuses on turning the system on and verifying basic operation.
In some cases, very quick diagnostics may be possible during the visit. However, repairs, parts replacement, or more involved troubleshooting are not included in the activation price and may require a separate service visit.
Any additional work is performed only with client approval and billed separately for time, labor, and parts as applicable.
To get on our repair list, please fill out the online form below our or Google Doc.
For sprinkler activations and blowouts, yes, in most cases someone does need to be home because we usually need access to the basement or crawlspace to reach the irrigation shutoff or related components.
This is true for most properties unless the irrigation system runs on a non-potable water source, in which case access to the sprinkler controller is usually the main access needed.
For other irrigation service visits, being home is not always required, but we do need access to the sprinkler controller, valves, backflow device if applicable, sprinkler supply valve, and water supply as needed.
The Proactive Irrigation Plan includes spring activation, two mid-season checkups, fall blowout / winterization, priority scheduling, 10% off repair labor, and 10% off retail price for parts.
Important Service Details
If additional issues are found during an activation or blowout, some follow-up work may need to be scheduled for a separate visit depending on the scope of the issue, parts availability, and the day’s route schedule.
Any follow-up repair visits are billed separately based on time, labor, and parts as applicable.
- Irrigation services are scheduled by route and service area
- Exact appointment times are not guaranteed
- Clients must provide access to the controller, valves, backflow device if applicable, and water supply
- Gates must be unlocked and pets secured before service
- Hidden issues may sometimes be discovered once the system is running
Online Activation Request Form
Complete the service application below and our team will be in touch.