The SFPUC controller rebate
If you pay your own SFPUC water bill, you can get up to $250 for each EPA WaterSense smart controller, up to two, on landscapes under 10,000 sq ft. SFPUC staff must do a landscape assessment first.
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Irrigation · San Francisco, CA
Drip & Sprinkler Irrigation in San Francisco, CA
Garcia's Landscape & Hardscape installs and repairs drip and sprinkler systems in San Francisco, with smart controllers that water by zone. SFPUC customers can get up to $250 per WaterSense controller, for up to two, after a free SFPUC landscape assessment.
- San Francisco 94112, 94116, 94122, 94127, 94131, 94132, 94134
- 18 years of experience
- Free estimates
Irrigation in San Francisco
What San Francisco homeowners should know
Bigger projects follow the irrigation ordinance
SFPUC's Water Efficient Irrigation Ordinance applies when a project installs or modifies 500 sq ft or more of landscape, with stricter paperwork for new landscapes of 500 sq ft or modified ones of 2,500 sq ft.
Fog belt watering
Western neighborhoods like the Sunset get summer fog that cuts water needs, while eastern areas run warmer. Separate zones and a weather-based controller keep each part of the yard on the right schedule.
Irrigation services we offer in San Francisco
Drip and sprinkler systems with smart controllers, built to water each plant zone only as much as it needs.
- Drip irrigation for beds, planters and slopes
- Spray and rotor zones for lawns
- WaterSense smart controllers and rain shut-off
- Repairs: leaks, broken heads, valves and timers
- Converting old sprinklers to drip after lawn removal
Drip irrigation vs. spray sprinklers
| Drip | Spray / rotor | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Beds, shrubs, planters and slopes | Lawns and large ground covers |
| Water use | Water goes to the roots; little runoff | Covers wide areas; some loss to wind and overspray |
| Rebate programs | Required for BAWSCA lawn-replacement areas | Must not spray onto converted areas |
| Upkeep | Check emitters and filter | Adjust heads and clear nozzles |
Our irrigation process
- 1
Water check
We look at plants, sun, slope and your current system or water source.
- 2
Zone plan
We group plants by water need so lawn, beds and planters run on separate valves.
- 3
Trenching and install
We trench, lay pipe and install valves, drip line and heads.
- 4
Controller setup
We program the controller by zone and season.
- 5
Test and adjust
We run every zone, fix overspray and show you how to adjust it.
Irrigation in San Francisco: FAQ
Can I get a rebate for a smart irrigation controller in San Francisco?
Yes, if you are an SFPUC customer who pays your own water bill: up to $250 per WaterSense controller, up to two, for landscapes under 10,000 sq ft, after a required SFPUC landscape assessment.
Does San Francisco regulate new irrigation systems?
Projects that install or modify 500 sq ft or more of landscape must comply with SFPUC's Water Efficient Irrigation Ordinance, which sets a water budget and efficient irrigation standards.
Is drip irrigation worth it in San Francisco?
For beds, planters and slopes, yes. Drip puts water at the roots with little runoff, which suits small city yards and sloped beds.
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Ready to start your San Francisco project?
Garcia's Landscape & Hardscape builds irrigation projects across San Francisco and nearby cities. Estimates are free.