Lawn care services

Irrigation system installation

An in-ground sprinkler system designed for your yard, installed, tested and walked through with you.

  • From $2,500 USD
  • 2 days
  • One-time service
  • 2 local pros
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Irrigation system installation

About this service

Your pro tests your water pressure, designs the sprinkler layout, taps the water line with a backflow preventer, trenches and runs the zone lines, and installs the heads, valves and controller.

The system is tested, the trenches are backfilled and your pro walks you through how it works. Your lawn is measured from satellite imagery for an instant price.

What the work can include

Depending on your property and the options you choose, your pro's work can include:

  • Unload equipmentMove irrigation tools and supplies to the work zone.
  • Test water pressureMeasure pressure and gallons per minute (GPM).
  • Mark utility linesMark underground utilities before digging.
  • Design sprinkler layoutMark zones and sprinkler head locations.
  • Tap water lineCreate water supply connection.
  • Install backflow preventerAdd anti-contamination device.
  • Dig valve boxSet up irrigation control valves.
  • Run wiringInstall low-voltage electrical lines.
  • Install controllerMount and connect system controller.
  • Trench zone linesDig trenches for piping.
  • Run PVC pipeLay out and connect piping.
  • Bore under hardscapeRoute pipe under concrete.
  • Connect to headsLink flexible pipe to head ends.
  • Install sprinkler headsInsert and align heads at each location.
  • Test systemTurn on and verify all zones.
  • Backfill trenchesRefill soil and restore lawn.
  • Site cleanupClean up lawn and hard surfaces.
  • Load-outPack up and load gear into truck.
  • Client walkthroughReview zones and maintenance with client.

How it works

  1. Enter your address

    Your property is measured from satellite imagery, so there's nothing to measure yourself.

  2. See your price instantly

    Choose your options and compare vetted local pros, each with their own price.

  3. Book with confidence

    Your price is checked on site before work starts, and if your pro cancels we find you another or refund you in full.

Frequently asked questions

How much does irrigation system installation cost?

Irrigation system installation starts from $2,500 USD on Quote n Go. Your price depends on the size of your property and the options you choose. Enter your address to see it instantly.

How long does irrigation system installation take?

A typical job takes about 2 days, depending on your property and the options you choose.

Is irrigation system installation a one-time or recurring service?

Irrigation system installation is a one-time job, scheduled for the date you choose.

How is my price calculated?

Enter your address and your property is measured from satellite imagery. Each vetted pro's own rates are applied to the work your job needs, so you see your price before you book. Your pro checks it on site before work starts; if the job differs from what was described, the price may be adjusted and you'll be notified.

Who does the work?

Independent local pros vetted by Quote n Go. You choose your pro and see their price before you book.

How do I pay?

Pay in full when you book, or pay a deposit and the rest as your job approaches and once it's completed. Payments are processed securely by Stripe.

Can I cancel?

Yes. You can cancel for a full refund until the first payment is released to your pro. After that, the service fee isn't refundable. See our Terms of Service for details. Terms of service

What if my pro cancels?

We find you another pro or refund you in full.

What if something isn't right?

Tell us within 7 days of the job being completed and we'll work it out with your pro.

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