Irrigation Adelaide
Irrigation across Adelaide — drip lines, sprinklers, smart controllers and sub-surface lawn systems. Tell us about your garden; we'll reply in 24–48 hours.
Garden irrigation in Adelaide typically costs $1,200–$4,500 for a residential drip system, with lawn irrigation adding $1,500–$4,000 and a smart controller $300–$700. We design and install drip lines for garden beds, sprinklers and sub-surface lines for lawns, and weather-aware controllers. Tell us about your garden for a free, itemised irrigation quote.
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. Usually uses less water than a basic timer. Worth the extra $200-$500.
Water-wise watering in Adelaide
SA Water publishes permanent water-wise measures and can add restrictions in dry periods, so we check the current rules when we set up your controller. Early-morning watering is the default either way — less water is lost to evaporation and wind.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does irrigation cost in Adelaide?
A residential drip system costs about $1,200–$4,500 depending on zones and area. Lawn irrigation adds $1,500–$4,000, and a 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 installed professionally so every zone gets even coverage.
Will it work with bore water?
Most modern systems handle bore water. Iron and salt can clog drip emitters, so a filter and periodic flushing are usually part of the design.
Are there watering restrictions in Adelaide?
SA Water publishes permanent water-wise measures and can introduce further restrictions in dry periods. Check the current rules before setting your controller; watering early in the morning is good practice anyway because less water is lost to evaporation.
Irrigation guides for Adelaide homeowners
Last updated 8 October 2026
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