Steady pressure and smarter schedules
An irrigation system is only as good as the equipment that drives it. A tired pump gives weak, uneven coverage. An old timer runs the same minutes in January as in July, and keeps watering through a summer storm. We repair and replace irrigation pumps, install Wi-Fi controllers and add rain sensors, so the system delivers steady pressure and only runs when the landscape needs water.
Irrigation pump service
- Diagnosis. A pump that hums but does not start, trips the breaker, cycles on and off, or loses pressure halfway through a zone. We find the cause before recommending a replacement.
- Repair. Start relays, pressure switches, check valves, fittings and suction leaks that make a pump lose prime.
- Replacement. A new pump sized to your zones and your water source, not just the biggest one on the shelf. An oversized pump wastes power and can make heads mist.
- Well systems. Many homes in Spring Hill water from a shallow or deep well. We check the pump, the well connection and the pressure at the heads together.
Smart controllers
A Wi-Fi controller adjusts run times from local weather data and lets you check, pause or run a zone from your phone. You can see when the system last ran, get alerts when something goes wrong and change the schedule without walking out to the garage.
When we install a controller we set each zone by plant type, sun exposure and soil, and program it within your local watering days. Look for controllers labeled by the EPA WaterSense program, which are tested to adjust watering to the weather.
Rain sensors and shutoff devices
Florida law (section 373.62 of the Florida Statutes) requires automatic irrigation systems to have a device that stops them from running after sufficient rainfall. A rain sensor is inexpensive, but many stop working after a few years in the sun. We test the existing sensor, replace it if needed, or install a wireless or soil-moisture sensor that works with your controller.
Signs your pump or controller needs attention
- Sprinklers that start strong and fade, or zones farther from the pump that barely pop up.
- The pump runs when no zone is on, or keeps cycling on and off.
- A tripped breaker or a burning smell near the pump.
- Rust-colored stains on walls, a sign of iron in well water.
- The system runs during or right after heavy rain.
- A controller with a blank screen, a lost schedule or zones that start at the wrong time.
Frequently asked questions
Repair or replace the pump?
If the motor and pump body are sound, a part replacement is often enough. If the pump is old, undersized for your zones or has failed more than once, replacement usually costs less over time. We explain both options and the price of each.
Will a smart controller lower my water bill?
It usually reduces water use, because the system stops running on a fixed schedule and skips cycles after rain. The savings depend on how your current timer is set. Try our savings estimator for a rough idea.
Can I keep my current sprinklers?
Yes. A new pump or controller works with the existing zones. If we find leaks or broken heads during the visit, we list them separately so you can decide. See sprinkler and drip irrigation for repairs.
Do you work on commercial systems?
Yes. We service pumps and controllers for HOAs, apartments and businesses, often as part of a maintenance contract.
