On average, the cost of installing an irrigation system is around $2,400 for every 1/4 of an acre of property being covered. That price will also be determined by the quality of the system, the coverage of water, and the materials required. Let’s take a closer look at some of the factors that will determine the cost of installing an irrigation system.
Size of Property and Quality of the System
There are two important factors that must be considered when budgeting the cost of installing a system – property size and material quality. If you are trying to cover a large area, then it’s going to require a much larger number of sprinkler heads. If you’re worried about large, upfront costs then you can always start small. For instance, start by installing the initial plumbing system and then gradually expand until you have covered the whole area. Adding zones in this manner is far more cost-efficient than installing the entire system all at once.
As far as the quality of the irrigation system is concerned, I recommend that you make sure that your sprinkler heads are the highest quality since they do a majority of the work. I don’t recommend you try cutting costs on anything because it will save you time and money in the future if you go ahead and invest in quality now.
Water Savings Factor into the Cost
The upfront cost of an irrigation system can see quite intimidating but this investment is one that will eventually pay off in the long-term in the form of water savings. You conserve water because this system will distribute water at your selected times. It is much more efficient at using water than you would be.
Planning Ahead will Reduce Costs
You should formulate a plan for installation of your irrigation system. Here are some tips:
For starters, you need to have a map that includes the size of the area, the location of your house, and major features of the landscape like trees and gardens.
Once you have the map, you’ll want to label each individual zone. You need to plan exactly how much water will be needed in each zone and at what time of day they will need it.
Find the pipes and other utility cables. This is one of the main reasons why it’s so important that you hire a professional to install your irrigation system.
Making a list of different types of sprinkler heads will help you determine exactly what you need. In many cases, you will not need the most expensive model for your particular yard so this can save you a lot of money.
Choose Professional Services
I know that this one seems like it would cost you more money than doing it yourself, but there are just too many risks when installing an irrigation system. The truth is that unless you have been trained in the installation of irrigation systems, then bringing in a professional will save you money by preventing costly mistakes.
The fact is that installing an irrigation system is almost always worth the investment.