Proper hydration is essential for healthy lawns in Northeast Ohio. The best way to get started is with consistent watering and even coverage across your landscapes. If you do not currently have an irrigation system in place or need to replace an existing system, our landscape engineers are able to design and install a custom landscape irrigation solution for your property.

Wondering if it’s worth it to install an irrigation system? To protect your investment and ensure your irrigation landscaping is properly maintained, we recommend signing on for our Landscape Management program. As an ongoing maintenance client, our crews will regularly monitor your irrigation, program specific settings each season and adjust them throughout the year as needed.

Irrigation FAQs

What are the different types of sprinkler devices?

The 3 main devices in a sprinkler system are rotors, sprays, and low-volume emitters.

How long should I run my sprinkler system?

Rotor Zone: 12-30 minutes depending on the amount of shade, the soil conditions and drainage
Spray Zones: 5-15 minutes depending on the amount of shade, the soil conditions and drainage
Low-Volume Emitters: 30-90 minutes depending on the amount of shade, the soil conditions, drainage and the length of the runs

How do I make seasonal adjustments?

We recommend using the seasonal adjustment feature on the sprinkler system controller to avoid both under- and overwatering. Newer plants require more frequent watering than plants that are older than two years. View our seasonal adjustment charts for lawn and bed zones.

What do I do with my irrigation system in the winter?

To protect your landscape irrigation system during harsh Ohio winters, we recommend blowing out irrigation systems in the fall to remove most of the water. Then, in the spring when temperatures stay above freezing, check and restart the systems.

Where can I learn more about irrigation systems?

Learn more in our irrigation care guide.

Ready to Add an Irrigation Installation to Your Landscape?

Support the health of your landscape. Contact Rice’s to request a quote for custom irrigation design and installation by filling out the form below.

Our landscaping was in dire need of upgrading as most of it appeared to have been planted when our home was built in 1962. We engaged Rice’s Landscapes Redefined for assistance and they really came through for us.

Shane impressed us with his professionalism and keen knowledge of landscape design, even adding a curved feature to our sidewalk, which we would not have thought of on our own. Shane also brought lighting into our yard, which, to this day, is exciting to see when the lights turn on at dusk. The installation crew did an excellent job, and it was amazing to see our home transformed in the matter of a few days. We received many compliments from our neighbors and still hear praise from folks walking through our neighborhood. It is our pleasure to recommend Rice’s and Shane without reservation. You will not be disappointed.

- Brad B.