Green Guru LLC Irrigation & Landscape Lighting

SRMS Tier 2 Protection

Catch Irrigation Failures Before They Become High Water Bills

Tier 1 gives you reliable control. Tier 2 adds protection logic so abnormal irrigation behavior is surfaced early, instead of being discovered after turf loss, property damage, or runaway consumption.

SRMS Tier 2 connects flow visibility to real response and is designed for properties where irrigation failures carry meaningful cost and operational impact.

Built on Tier 1 Smart Node foundation. Typical support scope: 1" and 2" irrigation systems.

Flow-based protection Abnormal-use visibility Faster response windows Tier 3-ready pathway

Tier links: Tier 1 foundationTier 3 responseSRMS hub

Quick Answer: Why Tier 2?

Tier 2 is for protection. It builds on Tier 1 connectivity + control and adds hardware and monitoring workflows that surface abnormal irrigation behavior earlier, so failures are addressed before damage escalates.

Tier 2 vs. Tier 1

Tier 1 (Connectivity + Control) Tier 2 (Connectivity + Protection)
Remote access + scheduling foundation Foundation + flow-based protection workflows
Control visibility only Abnormal-use visibility + response triggers
Manual discovery of many failures Shorter discovery window for leak/runaway events
No protection tier hardware Tier 2 meter/protection stack where supported

Tier 2 protection stack

The Company scopes protection hardware and logic to each site so abnormal flow conditions are surfaced faster and addressed with less disruption.

  • Flow meter options: EveryDrop 1004-EX (1") and EveryDrop WM-2100 (2"), selected by fit and constraints.
  • Tier 1 integration: monitoring is layered onto the Smart Node foundation.
  • Response workflows: abnormal-use conditions are documented and routed to action.

How Tier 2 is deployed

  • 1

    Confirm Tier 1 baseline

    Verify control reliability and foundation readiness before adding protection hardware.

  • 2

    Install protection components

    Deploy meter/protection stack based on real-world hydraulic and access conditions.

  • 3

    Calibrate monitoring behavior

    Set practical thresholds and confirm signal quality under normal operating patterns.

  • 4

    Document response path

    Define how abnormal conditions move from alerting into field action.

Best fit

  • Sites where leaks can become expensive quickly.
  • HOA/common-area systems with shared accountability.
  • Owners wanting stronger protection before Tier 3 response.

Scope notes

  • Tier 2 requires Tier 1 foundation.
  • Service-scoped, quote after inspection.
  • Control logic and hardware depend on site constraints.

Tier 2 Connectivity + Protection FAQs

What does SRMS Tier 2 add beyond Tier 1?

Tier 2 adds protection hardware and flow-based monitoring to the Tier 1 connectivity and control foundation. Its purpose is to surface abnormal irrigation behavior earlier so damage and waste are reduced.

How fast can Tier 2 detect abnormal flow conditions?

Detection speed depends on site behavior and baseline settings, but Tier 2 is designed to identify abnormal flow events quickly compared to discovering problems from turf damage or monthly billing.

Can Tier 2 help prevent 3000-5000 dollar water bill events?

Tier 2 is designed to reduce the risk window for leaks and runaways by making abnormal usage visible faster and enabling faster response.

Does Tier 2 require Tier 1 Smart Node first?

Yes. Tier 2 builds on the Tier 1 connectivity and control foundation.

Does Tier 2 shut off water automatically?

Response logic is configured per site and scope. The Company confirms what control actions are supported and recommended during inspection.

Which flow meter options are used in Tier 2?

For typical supported systems, the Company commonly evaluates EveryDrop 1004-EX for 1-inch applications and EveryDrop WM-2100 for 2-inch applications, based on fit and field constraints.

Can I start with Tier 1 and add Tier 2 later?

Yes. Tier 2 is commonly deployed as a planned upgrade after Tier 1 is in place.

Do I need property Wi-Fi for Tier 2?

No. Tier 2 inherits the Tier 1 connectivity model, which is designed to work without relying on property Wi-Fi at the controller location.

Who is Tier 2 best for?

Tier 2 is best for properties where leaks, runaway zones, or abnormal water usage create meaningful cost, liability, or landscape impact.

How is Tier 2 pricing scoped?

Tier 2 is service-scoped and quoted after inspection based on system size, hydraulics, access, and installation constraints.

Next step

Book an inspection to confirm Tier 1 baseline, verify protection feasibility, and scope the right Tier 2 hardware path for your site.

At a glance

Tier 2 facts
TierSRMS Tier 2
IncludesTier 1 foundation + protection monitoring stack
System classTypical 1" and 2" irrigation systems
Best fitProperties where irrigation failures create meaningful cost or damage
ScopeService-scoped; quote after inspection