Prevent Emergency Repairs
Tired of panic-calling contractors mid-summer when your lawn is stressed? Most homeowners wait for symptoms to become urgent. That usually means reactive scheduling during peak season, when appointment windows are tighter and turf stress is already visible.
Service Plans create a preventive rhythm with scheduled maintenance. Spring activation catches winter damage, mid-season checkups catch developing issues, and fall winterization reduces freeze-related risk.
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Yes, if you want preventive maintenance and faster in-season response. Service Plans include spring activation, mid-season checkups, and fall winterization for $300-600/year. Plan members get 10% off repairs and priority scheduling during peak season.
| Pay-Per-Visit (DIY Approach) | Service Plan (Essentials) |
|---|---|
| Call contractor when lawn is dying | Scheduled maintenance prevents emergencies |
| Pay per visit (typically 3 visits/year) | $300/year for up to 8 zones |
| 2-3 week wait during peak season | 72-hour priority scheduling |
| No repair discounts | 10% off all eligible repairs |
| Hope nothing breaks mid-season | Mid-season checkup catches failures early |
| Higher freeze-related risk without winterization | Fall winterization prevents pipe cracks |
Why members choose plans: predictable seasonal scheduling, member repair pricing, and faster response windows during peak demand.
Reduces
Scheduled spring activation and mid-season checks catch leaks, stuck valves, and pressure issues before they become emergency calls.
Improves
Plan members get 10% off repairs (labor + materials) and defined seasonal service scope.
Shortens
Essentials includes 72-hour priority scheduling, while Elite includes 24-hour priority response when demand spikes.
We confirm zone count, access, and any constraints so plan visits stay smooth and predictable.
Spring activation, mid-season checkups, and fall winterization are handled on a scheduled cadence.
We prioritize leaks, coverage problems, valve symptoms, and pressure issues that cause repeat failures.
Online booking, reminders, and professional invoicing keep the service experience simple.
Choose seasonal coverage + response speed by zone count. Essentials: $300-400/year. Elite: $500-600/year.
Best for most residential systems that need predictable seasonal care and lower annual costs.
Best for larger systems, HOAs, and high-value lawns where faster response protects expensive turf and plantings.
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| System Size | Essentials | Elite |
|---|---|---|
| Up to 8 zones (Base controller) | $300 / year | $500 / year |
| 9-16 zones (Upgraded controller) | $400 / year | $600 / year |
| More than 16 zones | Custom quote | |
HOA and commercial systems on 3/4"–1" service lines often behave like residential systems (with additional hardscape bores). We assess these the same way: zone count, access, and reliability needs.
Two scheduled visits plus one on-call visit with 24-hour response — built around voltage discipline, waterproof integrity, and reliable control.
Parts and additional repair labor are billed separately; plan customers receive priority scheduling and clear work confirmation. Repair completion depends on access, weather, and parts availability.
We commit to contact + dispatch within 24 hours for plan on-call requests during the service season. Completion timing can vary when:
Our standard is to restore safe operation where possible, document the root cause, and schedule any parts-dependent completion fast.
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Members receive faster peak-season scheduling windows when demand is highest. The goal is fewer mid-season surprises and faster resolution when symptoms show up.
Repairs are billed separately, but Essentials and Elite include 10% off repairs (labor + materials). We document findings and prioritize fixes so you can choose the best next steps.
Zone count is the number of irrigation zones controlled by the controller (or the number of valves in use). If a system is being modified or consolidated, we confirm the count during an inspection.
Yes. We commonly support HOA commons and commercial properties that fit typical residential-style irrigation (often 3/4"–1" services). Larger sites may require a custom quote.
SRMS adds connectivity and (when supported) flow protection. A Service Plan provides boots-on-the-ground follow-through. Together, alerts and monitoring turn into scheduled response.
No — it's a 24-hour response commitment (contact + dispatch window) for on-call requests. Completion depends on root cause, access, weather, and parts availability. We prioritize stabilization, clean documentation, and fast follow-up when parts are required.
Essentials: $300-400/year. Elite: $500-600/year. Pricing depends on zone count (number of irrigation valves). Up to 8 zones (base controller): $300 Essentials or $500 Elite. 9-16 zones (upgraded controller): $400 Essentials or $600 Elite. Compare to pay-per-visit: $150-200 per visit x 3 visits/year = $450-600 annually with no repair discounts or priority scheduling.
Trapped water can freeze in pipes, valves, and backflow preventers. Freeze expansion can cause cracks that may not appear until spring activation. Fall winterization removes trapped water before freezing temperatures arrive.
For many properties, yes. Essentials for 8 zones costs $300/year. Pay-per-visit service is typically $150-200 per visit for spring activation, mid-season service, and fall winterization. Plans also include member repair pricing and priority scheduling.
Repair cost depends on failure type and site conditions. Common repairs include mainline valve replacement, stuck valve repair, lateral line repair, and backflow preventer replacement. Service Plan members get 10% off repairs and priority scheduling.
Turn on water, inspect for winter damage, test all zones, and adjust coverage. Step-by-step: (1) Slowly pressurize system to check for freeze cracks. (2) Test each zone for stuck valves, broken heads, and coverage problems. (3) Adjust spray patterns and runtime for spring growth. (4) Document findings and recommend repairs before peak season.
Service Plans are built to catch failures earlier through scheduled checkups. Spring activation finds winter freeze damage, mid-season checkups catch stuck valves and hidden leaks, and fall winterization reduces freeze-related risk. You can't prevent every failure, but scheduled maintenance helps stop minor wear from escalating.
Common mid-season failures: stuck valves (valve diaphragm wears out, zone won't shut off), hidden leaks (cracked lateral lines waste water), broken sprinkler heads (mower damage, freeze cracks), controller malfunctions (power surge, programming errors). These failures often start small, then escalate into lawn damage or high water bills. Mid-season checkups catch these problems before they spiral.
Schedule mid-April for late-April/early-May activation (before your first watering). Ideal timing: Activate after last frost (typically late April in Rochester, MI) but before you need to start watering (early May when temps consistently hit 60-70°F). Scheduling early (mid-April) ensures you get a spot before peak demand — contractors book up fast in late April. Service Plan members get 72-hour priority scheduling even during peak season.
Essentials ($300-400/year): 3 visits (spring activation, one mid-season checkup, fall winterization). Elite ($500-600/year): 4 visits (spring activation, TWO mid-season checkups, fall winterization). Who needs Elite? HOAs, commercial properties, and homeowners with high-value lawns where dead turf costs thousands to replace. The second mid-season checkup catches failures twice as fast - critical during June-August peak stress when irrigation problems escalate quickly.
$150-200 per visit. Annual cost for 3 visits is typically $450-600. Breakdown: spring activation, mid-season service call, and fall winterization. Pay-per-visit does not include member repair pricing or priority scheduling.
Compare scope, response windows, and repair-pricing benefits. Essentials and Elite provide scheduled seasonal visits, priority scheduling, and 10% off eligible repairs. Most homeowners compare those plan inclusions against pay-per-visit scheduling and pricing.
Plan members receive 10% off eligible repairs (labor + materials). Your exact dollar amount depends on the repair scope completed during your current plan year.
Service Plans are annual commitments, but you can choose not to renew for the following year. Once enrolled, the plan covers spring activation, mid-season visits, and fall winterization for that calendar year. If you decide not to continue, simply decline renewal in fall/winter before the next spring season. No cancellation fees, no long-term contracts. You keep all benefits (priority scheduling, 10% off repairs) through the end of your current plan year.