Sprinkler System Installation in Houston, TX
Strong Landscaping designs and installs custom in-ground sprinkler and irrigation systems built for Houston yards. Our licensed Texas irrigators plan zones, heads, a controller, and a code backflow preventer so your whole lawn gets even, efficient water. With 20+ years and 500+ projects, we hand you a clear plan and a free estimate before we ever dig.
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Dragging a hose around wastes your evenings and leaves brown, dry spots the sprinkler on a stick never reaches. A properly designed in-ground system waters every part of your yard on a schedule, then shuts off on its own. We plan each system around your yard, your water pressure, and Houston watering rules, so your lawn stays green while your water bill stays sane. Already have a system that keeps failing? We also handle sprinkler system repair.
- 500+ Projects Completed
- 20+ Years Experience
- 4.6/5 Average Rating
Irrigation and Drainage Services
Sprinkler Repair
Already have a system? We fix broken heads, valves, leaks, and controllers so it waters right again.
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Backflow Testing
Texas requires annual backflow testing on new systems. Our licensed testers certify and file the report.
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Drip Irrigation
Add efficient drip zones for beds, shrubs, and foundations that save water and soak clay soil without runoff.
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Landscaping
New sod, beds, and full landscaping designed to thrive on the even watering your new system delivers.
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How We Install a Sprinkler System in Houston
01 Site Visit and Free Estimate
We start at your property. We measure the yard, check your water pressure and meter, note sun and shade, and talk through your lawn and beds. Then we give you a free, itemized estimate, so you know the price and the plan before anything is dug.
02 System Design and Zones
We design the system for even coverage: zone layout, head types, spray and rotor placement, controller, and the backflow preventer. We group turf apart from beds and sun apart from shade, so every area gets the right water without wasting a drop.
03 Permitted Install
Our licensed Texas irrigators install the lines, heads, valves, and controller and set the code backflow assembly. We use a pipe-pulling method that slices a narrow slit in the sod instead of trenching the whole yard, so your lawn recovers fast.
04 Controller and Backflow Test
We program the controller with cycle-and-soak schedules that suit clay soil and Houston watering days, and we can set up a smart WiFi controller and rain sensor. Then we run the required first backflow test so your new system is certified and legal.
05 Walkthrough and Care
We run every zone with you, confirm even coverage, and show you how to use the controller. Then we go over simple care and set you up for the annual backflow test the state requires, so your system stays efficient and green for years.
Trusted By Local Homeowners
Strong Landscaping, led by the creative genius, Thomas, has been doing my landscaping for 10 years. I used to pass by his work and just drool over it, never thinking I could afford it, but one day I asked him for a quote and was so shocked… Read more
Strong Landscaping has completely transformed the way I think about landscaping! They do amazing work, are professional, kind, and helpful. Before starting work at my house, they met with me several times to understand my priorities and were flexible when I wanted to do work in phases.… Read more
We used Strong to do a full front yard overhaul, new walkways, bed shaping etc. They listened to what we wanted and what was important to us, provided options and designs to meet our needs and when they went to execute it was remarkably organized, efficient, and we love the finished product.… Read more
Strong Landscaping installed my front and back patios from dirt to a beautiful, long-lasting hardscape (many) years ago. I enjoyed working with Thomas who helped design and oversee the work. It is difficult to keep pavers on solid footing in Houston with our clay soil issues.… Read more
We had an awesome experience with Strong Landscaping to refresh the backyard. The team was very enthusiastic, hardworking and responsive, plus they came with a great vision and ideas for my yard. Everything they planted looks healthy and I finally feel like I can enjoy my backyard.… Read more
The Strong team was great from start to finish on our yard overhaul and since then we have started weekly maintenance with them as well as seasonal refreshes with flowers and greenery that are seasonally appropriate and able to thrive in the wild Houston seasons. Would not hesitate to recommend to others.
For the last few years, Strong Landscaping has made our storefront look better than ever! The plants are healthy and eye catching. When our Peggy Martin roses are in bloom, clients comment almost daily about how lovely it all looks.… Read more
Thomas is brilliant! His team executes his vision flawlessly! Very professional. Superb workmanship and incredible attention to detail! Strong takes great pride in their work and creates beautiful spaces.… Read more
I am absolutely thrilled with Strong Landscaping's transformation of my yard into an oasis. Their expertise in design, creativity, and dedication to quality were critical to the project's success. I greatly appreciated their attention to detail and commitment to doing things the right way!… Read more
I recently worked with Strong Landscaping—specifically Thomas, Leah and their fantastic team—on a project to rejuvenate my front porch, and I couldn't be happier with the results. They cleared out debris from past storms, repaired and enhanced the stonework and pathways.… Read more
Cannot recommend highly enough. The team is responsive and went above and beyond in coordinating my landscaping to my interior design style and suggesting options that will have long term benefits like privacy, curb appeal, and (hopefully!) property value.… Read more
Strong landscaping is THE BEST!! Even though I live in San Antonio they have been helpful by offering advice on drought tolerant plants and helping plan out the flower beds around the front of the house. They also provided design suggestions regarding a playground in the backyard. 10/10 would recommend to anyone.
Strong landscaping is awesome. Thomas and Leah are the A Team! We are working with them for synthetic grass in the backyard and they helped us design the front. Repeat customer for life.
Alan and Thomas did a great job on my yard. Unfortunately, they had to fix a mess of the yard that another landscaper had done. They went beyond what they had promised just to get the yard going in the right direction. Super creative and finish the work in a timely manner.
Great service by a great team. This company stands out to me as a quality customer oriented company. I wouldn't look anywhere else. These guys are awesome.
Thomas is a genius when it comes to design! I love working with him and his team! Love my family over at Strong Landscaping.
What Sets Our Sprinkler Installs Apart
A cheap system installed wrong wastes water and leaves brown spots for years. We design each sprinkler system for your yard, your pressure, and Houston watering rules, then install it to state code. With 20+ years in Houston and 500+ projects done, our licensed Texas irrigators build systems that water evenly and last.
Houston Irrigation
Designed for Even Coverage
We map zones and head placement around your yard, water pressure, and sun so there are no dry spots or soaked corners. Every area gets the right water, and nothing is wasted on the driveway.
Water-Efficient and Code-Compliant
Smart controllers, rain sensors, and cycle-and-soak scheduling cut waste on clay soil and follow Houston watering days. Every install includes a code backflow preventer and its first test.
Licensed Texas Irrigators
Texas requires a licensed irrigator to install an in-ground system. We are licensed, so your system is designed and built to TCEQ code, not by an unlicensed crew cutting corners.
Pricing and What a Sprinkler System Costs in Houston
Cost is the first question most homeowners ask, so we make it easy. The price of a sprinkler system installation comes down to a few things: your yard size, how many zones it needs, the heads and controller you pick, and the backflow assembly your setup requires. A small front yard with a few zones costs far less than a large property with turf, beds, and a smart controller. Rather than a vague ballpark, we design your system and hand you a free, itemized estimate, so you see exactly what you are paying for.
A right-sized system pays you back. Even, scheduled watering keeps your lawn green without the waste of hand watering, and a smart controller with a rain sensor skips watering after storms and follows Houston watering-day rules on its own. On our clay soil, cycle-and-soak scheduling lets water sink in instead of running off, which trims your summer bill. Many homeowners find an efficient system costs less to run than dragging a hose around all season.
Because Texas regulates irrigation through the TCEQ, our licensed irrigators design and install every system to code and include a tested backflow preventer. We can also add drip zones for beds and foundation watering, which matters in Houston where clay soil shrinks and swells against slabs in drought. When the install is done, we set you up for the annual backflow test the state requires, so your system stays legal and efficient for the long haul.
Proudly Serving Homeowners Across Local Communities
Strong Landscaping provides premium landscaping and outdoor living services throughout surrounding neighborhoods and service areas, delivering tailored outdoor solutions designed for each property and environment.
- Downtown Houston
- East Downtown (EaDo)
- West University Place
- Montrose
- Rice Military
- The Heights
- Near Northside
- Garden Oaks & Oak Forest
- River Oaks
- Memorial
- Braeswood Place
- Texas Medical Center
- Greenway Plaza
- Spring Branch
- Galleria
- Westchase
- Energy Corridor
- Upper Kirby
- Bellaire
Outdoor Transformations Designed To Last
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a sprinkler system cost to install in Houston?
Sprinkler system installation cost depends on your yard size, the number of zones, the heads and controller you choose, and the backflow assembly your setup needs. A small front-yard system costs far less than a full property with many zones and a smart controller. That is why we design your system first, then give you a free, itemized estimate before any digging starts. After 20+ years and 500+ projects in Houston, we can walk your yard and give you an honest price range the same visit.
How many zones does my yard need?
It depends on your yard size, water pressure, and the mix of lawn, beds, and shade. Each zone can only run so many heads at the right pressure, so we divide the yard into zones that water evenly. Grouping sun and shade areas separately, and turf apart from beds, means each spot gets the right amount of water. We map the zones during design so you see the plan before we install.
Do I need a licensed irrigator to install a sprinkler system in Texas?
Yes. In Texas, installing an in-ground irrigation system is regulated by the TCEQ and must be done by a licensed irrigator. The system also needs a properly installed, testable backflow prevention assembly to protect your drinking water. We are licensed irrigators, so your install is designed and built to state code, and we handle the first backflow test that new systems require.
Will installation tear up my existing lawn?
We install lines with a pipe-pulling method that slices a narrow slit in the sod instead of trenching open the whole yard. That keeps disruption low and the lawn recovers quickly. You may see thin lines for a week or two, but with normal watering the grass heals fast. We clean up fully and leave your yard neat, not a torn-up mess.
Do new systems include a backflow preventer?
Yes. Texas requires every in-ground irrigation system to have a backflow prevention assembly that stops sprinkler water from flowing back into your home’s drinking water. We install the correct assembly for your setup and complete the first test that new systems must pass. After that, the state requires an annual backflow test, which we can handle for you every year.
Can you install a smart WiFi controller?
Yes. We install smart WiFi controllers that adjust watering to the weather and let you run zones from your phone. Paired with a rain sensor, a smart controller skips watering after rain and follows Houston watering-day rules automatically. On our clay soil we also set cycle-and-soak schedules so water soaks in instead of running off, which saves water and money.
