Sprinkler and Irrigation blog for lawns, turf, and landscape

Sprinkler repair, irrigation maintenance, watering tips, and seasonal lawn care advice for Austin-area homeowners.

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The Best Drought-Tolerant Grasses in Texas

Throughout Texas, drought conditions and water restrictions have been impacting our landscape choices. A growing number of cities, for example, either recommend…

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Maximize Your Property Value with an Irrigation System

In real estate, curb appeal is everything. How attractive a home looks in the first moments a potential buyer sees the property…

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Winter Irrigation and Lawn Care

Winter Irrigation and Lawn Care

When your lawn goes dormant in the winter, don’t neglect it until spring — it still needs care and attention. One of…

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Sprinkler system leak being repaired

Why Leaks in Your Sprinkler System are More Expensive Than You Might Think

Most people know that that sprinkler system leaks cost them money but may not realize just how expensive they really are. Leaks…

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Water Backflow System

Winterizing an RPZ Backflow Assembly

Although the winters in central Texas are relatively mild, the temperature does drop below 32°F. To maintain irrigation systems during these freezes,…

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Why Hire A Professional Irrigator?

If you want to save water, money, time, and effort, your first thought should be to hire a professional licensed irrigator when…

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Micro Irrigation System

What Type of Irrigation System Should I Get?
Part 2–A Look at Micro Irrigation

In Part 1 of this article, we detailed turf rotors, spray heads, and drip irrigation. Part 2 is an examination of micro…

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City square. Sprinkler system is watering the lawn.

What Type of Irrigation System Should I Get?
Part 1–A Look at Turf Rotors, Spray Heads and Drip Irrigation

It’s important to choose the right irrigation system for your home, not only to save you money and conserve water, but to…

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Are Your Sprinklers Summer Ready?

Now that the rains have ended and the hot, dry days of summer have arrived, our sprinkler systems are vital for maintaining…

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countryside ornamental garden

Tree Bubblers – When to Cap Them

A residential irrigation system is commonly used to water turf grass and flower beds. Tree bubblers can also be installed in your…

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Seasonal Services

Extra services we offer at the right time of year. Book early, spots fill up fast.

Fall Sprinkler System Tips

Winter Special

Winter Sprinkler Service

Beat the freezing weather. We inspect your sprinkler system, check your backflow and freeze points, and set your controller for winter, so your system lasts all winter and is ready for spring.

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November–February

Window Cleaning Service

Crystal-clear windows, cleaned with pure filtered water. No harsh chemicals, no high-pressure spraying, and no streaks. Brought to you by the same Smart Earth team that takes care of your sprinklers.

Winter Service Special
$109 for up to 9 Zones ​

Beat the freezing weather! Get your sprinkler system inspected to last all winter - and be ready for spring!