Does an irrigation designer have to be certified? No, But we choose to be (using the term “we” loosely) Richard Jolly is our in-house Certified Irrigation Designer (CID) – And he is a gun, one of those guys that can do the theoretical and practical. He can sit...
Are decoder irrigation controllers better than conventionally wired irrigation controllers? Yes – For the right project, they are better Irrigation controllers have improved exponentially over the last few years. Smart irrigation controllers that give you...
Do I need a backflow device on my water meter? Probably Backflow prevention devices are not a new thing. In the irrigation industry, it is widely known that if you are hooking an irrigation system to a potable (drinking) water supply, you should install a backflow...
Do I need permission from my local water authority to install an irrigation system on a private property? Maybe. Water authorities are very interested in any plumbing infrastructure that is going to significantly increase water use onsite. An irrigation system on many...
Be aware – installing an irrigation system may seem easy, but it’s not a task for the inexperienced. Save yourself from potential disasters by seeking professional help. Get ready to navigate Victoria’s irrigation regulations! Many governing bodies...
How much should I allow for irrigation maintenance? If you plan on paying an irrigation or landscape company to maintain the system, You should spend 2-5 % of the per capita irrigation installation cost for irrigation maintenance. Irrigation System Maintenance Cost...