Tips On Selecting An Irrigation Company
A properly installed irrigation system not only takes care of watering your garden efficiently but also increases the value of your house. To ensure proper installation, it is very important to choose the right irrigation company. Given below are some factors that you need to consider and check to determine if a company is the right one for your irrigation requirements.
Experience Counts
There is no substitute for experience. A company that has worked over the years in your area will know and understand all the local laws, permit requirements, soil conditions, microclimatic conditions, and material requirements. Having installed countless irrigation systems comprising of sprinklers, drippers, controllers, valves, and pipes, they have an understanding of what works best in the area at the least cost and highest efficiency. However, cost alone should never be the factor for deciding on a company to undertake your project.
Expert Teams
As one irrigation project will differ from another, an irrigation company must have people with different skill sets and expertise to undertake the project. Expert teams with experienced supervisors will ensure that the project will be installed as per the requirements. Irrigation companies may also have contacts with reliable subcontractors who can be given work that is beyond their expertise such as electrical and boring/tunneling jobs.
Adequate Resources
While a website could be the first point of contact, look for irrigation companies that have a physical office that you can visit. Quick response and convenient and easy customer contact indicate a reliable and responsible company. You can visit AllenOutdoorSTL.com and ask them for a free quote for your irrigation project along with payment options. Most reliable irrigation companies will have the equipment in stock and will be able to show you the different types of systems during your visit to their office.
Professional Certification
Professional certification is an important aspect as it signifies that the company is qualified and knowledgeable about the work they do. Professionally qualified personnel also tend to be in tune with the latest developments in the industry and with superior installation techniques.
Along with checking their professional expertise, ask them to provide you with a list of their clients. Companies of repute are open to comments and suggestions and strive to improve their service.
Detailed Written Contract
Reputable irrigation companies may offer you a free quote followed by a written contract. This is important as it lays down all components related to the job such as materials, labor, completion date, and payment schedules. A detailed contract will also spell out the responsibilities and maintenance schedule.
Guarantee
Most reliable and reputable irrigation companies will provide guarantees for their products and services. However, these guarantees are for a limited time and do not cover any misuse of the equipment.
Maintenance Services
You should also check with the company on their maintenance and repair conditions and schedule. Seasonal checks are an important part of maintaining the irrigation system. Repairs are inevitable and should be covered by the company installing the system.
The Bottom Line
Selecting a reliable irrigation company will not only ensure that your garden remains in good shape; it will also save you money in the long run.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
It definitely would be nice to have any repairs for the irrigation system, covered by the company. I feel like I will definitely need a repair at some point, especially since my son is a bit reckless while mowing the lawn sometimes. I’ll definitely ask about that to potential irrigation companies if I decide to have a new system installed.