Sprinkler Repair

Sprinkler Repair in Lubbock, TX by a Licensed Irrigator

Lubbockscape provides sprinkler repair in Lubbock, TX 79424 for broken heads, leaking valves, zones that won't turn on or off, controller problems and freeze-damaged backflow devices. Every irrigation repair is performed under a TCEQ Licensed Irrigator, and we finish each visit by programming your controller for your City of Lubbock watering days.

Repairs

Sprinkler System Repairs We Handle

Warning Signs

Signs Your Sprinkler System Needs Repair

Brown or Dry Strips

A lawn that gets watered on schedule but still shows brown or dry strips.

Pooling or Bubbling Water

Water bubbling up or pooling in the same spot, or a soggy area or sinkhole in the yard.

Higher Water Bills

Higher water bills without a change in schedule, or water spraying onto the street or sidewalk.

Zone or Head Problems

A zone that runs when the controller is off, heads that don't pop up or rotate, or water spraying from the backflow device near the house.

Why It Matters

Why Sprinkler Repair Matters in Lubbock

Two Watering Days Leave No Room for Waste

The City limits automatic irrigation to two assigned days per week, with no irrigation on Sundays. If one zone is broken, that part of the yard may go a full week without water in July.

City Code Sets Rules for Your System

A rain sensor that shuts off at 1/4 inch of rain, a freeze sensor that keeps the system off at 35°F, no overspray onto streets, and spray heads at least 4 inches from curbs and buildings. Many older Lubbock systems don't meet these rules — we point out issues and fix them with your approval.

Freezes Crack Exposed Backflow Devices

Lubbock's average first freeze arrives around October 31. Above-ground backflow preventers and exposed pipes crack if not drained or insulated — spring startup is when many homeowners find the damage.

Soil Movement Breaks Pipes

Clay soils swell and shrink with wet and dry cycles, and tree roots push into lines. Both cause cracked fittings and broken laterals that leak underground.

Process

Our Sprinkler Repair Process

1

Run Every Zone

We turn on each zone and walk the yard.

2

Diagnose & Quote

Check heads, nozzles, pressure, valves, wiring, controller and sensors. You approve the price before repair.

3

Repair & Adjust

Replace parts with matched components, align heads, match nozzles and fix overspray.

4

Program & Report

Set the controller to your assigned days with cycle-and-soak run times, and leave a summary of repairs.

Maintenance

Lawn Irrigation Maintenance Plans

Regular irrigation maintenance catches problems before they kill grass or run up your water bill.

VisitWhat We Do
Spring startup (March–April)Turn on water, check backflow, run zones, fix winter damage, set spring schedule
Summer check (June–July)Adjust for peak heat, fix heads, confirm coverage and run times
Fall adjustment (September)Reduce run times as temperatures drop
Winterization (late October)Shut off and drain, insulate backflow and exposed pipes before the first freeze

Watering Tips for Lubbock Sprinkler Systems

Water on your assigned days only: addresses ending in 0, 3, 4 or 9 water Monday and Thursday; 1, 5 or 6 water Tuesday and Friday; 2, 7 or 8 water Wednesday and Saturday. Check mylubbock.us for current rules.

Water early or late: the City recommends irrigating between midnight and 10 a.m. or 6 p.m. and midnight.

Use cycle-and-soak: run each zone for 3 to 4 minutes, pause, and repeat so water soaks into clay instead of running off. Aim for about 1.5 inches per week during the growing season.

Hand water dry spots any day of the week.

Do You Need a Licensed Irrigator in Texas?

Yes. Under Texas law, a person may not sell, design, install, maintain, alter, repair or service an irrigation system without a license from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Irrigation Technicians may do repairs under the supervision of a Licensed Irrigator. Ask any sprinkler repair company in Lubbock for its license number before work starts.

Service Area

Sprinkler Repair in 79424 and Every Lubbock ZIP Code

In 79424, 79423 and Wolfforth, many systems went in with new construction and now need head adjustments, coverage fixes and rain/freeze sensors brought up to City code. In older ZIPs such as 79410, 79411, 79412 and 79413, repairs lean toward worn valves, cracked lines and outdated controllers.

79424
79423
79416
79407
79413
79414
79412
79410
79411
79401
79406
79415
79403
79404
Wolfforth 79382
Shallowater 79363
Slaton 79364
Idalou 79329
Ransom Canyon 79366
New Deal 79350
Questions

Sprinkler Repair Lubbock: Frequently Asked Questions

How much does sprinkler repair cost in Lubbock?
Usually includes a service call plus parts and labor for each repair. Replacing a broken head costs much less than finding and fixing an underground leak or a failed valve. We quote before making repairs.
Why is one zone of my sprinklers not working?
A single zone that won't turn on is usually a failed solenoid, a bad valve diaphragm, a broken wire or a controller issue. A zone that won't shut off usually has debris in the valve or a failed diaphragm.
Should I winterize my sprinkler system in Lubbock?
Yes. Lubbock has hard freezes every winter. Shut off and drain the system and insulate the backflow preventer before the first freeze, which averages around October 31. Freeze-cracked backflow devices are one of the most common spring repairs.
Can I repair my own sprinkler system in Texas?
Homeowners can repair their own irrigation system on their own property. Anyone paid to repair an irrigation system in Texas must be licensed by TCEQ or work under a Licensed Irrigator.
Is sprinkler or drip irrigation better in Lubbock?
Spray and rotor sprinklers are best for lawns. Drip irrigation is better for shrubs, flower beds and trees because it delivers water at the roots with less evaporation in wind. Most Lubbock yards benefit from both on separate zones.
Do I need a rain sensor on my sprinkler system in Lubbock?
Yes. City of Lubbock code requires automatic irrigation systems to have a rain sensor that shuts off at 1/4 inch of rain and a freeze sensor that keeps the system off at 35°F.
Do you offer sprinkler repair in 79423?
Yes. Licensed sprinkler repair is available in 79423 (South Lubbock), 79424, 79416 and every other Lubbock ZIP code listed above, plus Wolfforth, Shallowater, Slaton, Idalou and Ransom Canyon.
Can you repair a sprinkler system that isn't the brand you usually install?
Yes. We work on most residential sprinkler brands and controllers, not just systems we originally installed.
Do you offer same-day sprinkler repair in Lubbock?
We schedule most repairs within a few business days. If a broken line is flooding your yard or street, call us and we'll try to prioritize it.

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Tell us what you're seeing: dry spots, a leak or a zone that won't run. We'll diagnose it, quote the fix and set your controller for your watering days.

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