Irrigation Installation Adelaide

Drip lines for garden beds, sprinkler grids and sub-surface irrigation for lawns, smart controllers that adjust to weather forecasts. Adelaide’s hot dry summers make irrigation a survival tool, not a nice-to-have.

What’s involved

Drip vs sprinkler

Drip is for garden beds — emitters spaced for the plants, slow water delivery, almost no evaporation. Sprinklers are for lawns — pop-up sprays or rotors, larger areas, faster delivery. Mix the two on a multi-zone controller.

Smart controllers

Hunter Hydrawise, Rachio, Rain Bird LNK. Connect to weather data, skip cycles after rain, adjust seasonally. Cuts water bills 20-40% versus a basic timer. Worth the extra $200-$500.

SA Water restrictions

Permanent water-wise rules in SA — no sprinklers between 10am and 4pm. Smart controllers default to compliant timing.

Frequently asked

How much does irrigation cost in Adelaide?

Residential drip system: $1,200–$4,500 depending on zones and area. Lawn irrigation adds $1,500–$4,000. Smart controller adds $300-$700.

DIY or professional install?

Drip kits are DIY-friendly for small beds. Lawn sprinkler systems with multiple zones, valves, and pressure considerations are better professional.

Will it work with my SA Water bore?

Most modern systems handle bore water. Iron content can clog drip emitters — a filter solves it.

Get a free quote

Request a free irrigation quote and we’ll forward your brief to two or three Adelaide trades. Itemised quotes back within 24 business hours.