The benefits of installing a garden irrigation system in Auckland

Staying on top of Auckland’s forever changing weather is almost impossible and that’s why we recommend you hire a professional to install an irrigation system for your garden.

The cost and effort to keep your landscaped garden looking perfect is high. The last thing you want is to return home from holiday and find all your hard work wasted. Cracked, dry lawns and dead plants are devastating for any Auckland home owner. And who has the time and patience to water the garden morning and night!

A low maintenance set and forget garden irrigation system (installed by a professional) is must and here’s why:

Top reasons to install a professional garden irrigation system

  • Save timeIrrigation systems can save you time watering your garden. No more waking up in the middle of the night because you forgot to water yet again. It’s stressful! And trust us, the enjoyment & mindfulness of watering a large Auckland garden quickly goes from pleasure to pain. 
  • Save waterIrrigation systems are smart – they can actually help you conserve water and avoid over-watering. Slow and steady is key. 
  • Improve plant healthIrrigation systems can help your plants grow better by providing the right amount of water at the right time. No more expensive mistakes due to over or under-watering.
  • Reduce weeds: did you know that Irrigation systems can help reduce weeds in your garden? Certain weeds thrive in too dry or wet conditions. 
  • Reduce stress on plants: Root Rot? No thanks. Irrigation systems can help reduce stress on your plants and prevent physiological issues like cracking, rot and disease. 
  • Save money: Professional Irrigation systems can actually save you money in the long run on both water and plant costs. Removing the guesswork out of gardening is a good thing. 
  • Automated watering: The best part…professional  irrigation systems can be automated to water your garden while you’re away. You don’t even need to turn on the tap. Easy! 

We recommend you hire a professional to install your irrigation system and here's why:

Simple answer? It’s not easy! As one of Auckland’s only irrigation installation specialists we can have your new system up and running in no time. When you factor in time and complexity, you will soon realise that the cost to hire a a garden irrigation expert is worth every cent!

Where to start? 

  • Make sure you contact an experienced installer that knows how to set your new irrigation system to suit our Auckland conditions. Our irrigation installers work closely with our landscape team to ensure every project has a professional system installed in the right place and at the right time. Nothing worse than pouring your concrete path then realising you forgot to allow for your sprinkler system. The Blackbird Irrigation team have installed over 200 irrigation systems and counting.
  • Choose a professional irrigation installer who works with reputable irrigation suppliers. You get what you pay for and you want a system that lasts. Quality componentry is critical and that’s why we work with the best irrigation suppliers throughout Auckland and the North Shore.
  • Ask for a plan. Professionals installers are experienced in designing irrigation systems tailored to the specific layout, soil type, and plant needs of your garden. They can calculate the right water flow and pressure, ensuring that every part of your garden gets the right amount of water.
  • Incorrect irrigation installation can lead to problems like leaks, poor water pressure, and overwatering or underwatering. A professional knows how to avoid these common mistakes. Make sure they have a gaurantee
  • Choose an irrigation installation specialist that has a maintenance program. We recommend you get your system serviced once a year.
  • Choose a friendly team of irrigation experts who can easily explain how to get the best out of your system. Mark and Oliver in our irrigation installation team are the best in Auckland. They have installed countless irrigation systems Auckland wide from Devonport to Remuera and beyond. They can answer all your irrigation questions with a smile!

For a free irrigation consultation and quote, give us a call today on 0800 30 30 11 or fill out our online enquiry form below and a member of the team will be in touch with you shortly.

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