An efficient irrigation system will keep your home's landscape healthy and looking its best. But watering by hand and constantly moving sprinklers and hoses is a nuisance, time-consuming and prone to uneven watering, which can lead to soggy or dry areas. An automatic sprinkler system is the perfect solution. It saves you time, as the sprinkler system automatically waters your garden, freeing up your schedule to enjoy your beautiful surroundings. It also promotes water conservation by ensuring your lawn and plants receive just the right amount of water they need. 

But your landscape is unique with features and measurements that lead to specific watering requirements, so knowing those nuances and the irrigation products to address them is key. 

Installing an efficient sprinkler system starts with the right plan. A sprinkler system designed by Rain Bird expert can be a game-changer for homeowners looking for professional guidance for their home's landscape irrigation. The Rain Bird Sprinkler Design Service offers a clear plan for installation and long-term maintenance, making the entire process of caring for your lawn simpler and more efficient.

HOMEOWNER TIP: Rain Bird offers our Homeowner Sprinkler Design Service to create your personalized plan with just a few simple steps. Get started today.

Requesting a Plan

Requesting a Rain Bird Sprinkler Design Service is a simple process. Start by downloading the Homeowner Design worksheet here, take a few measurements and share some details about your yard.

For a starting price of only $14.99, you can request a customized plan from our website. After taking a few measurements and filling out the brief questionnaire, expect your detailed design plan to be delivered to your email in PDF format within 30-60 business days. Should you require faster delivery, expedited services are available for an additional charge.

What to Expect

Your personalized sprinkler plan is tailored to your specific landscape and will detail the components of your system. Your custom design package includes:

• Sprinkler head placement and spray patterns specific to your landscape
• Layout of zones, valves, pipe, timer and wire
• An itemized shopping list of all the Rain Bird parts you will need

The plan includes detailed drawings that illustrate the layout, pipe route, and placements for sprinkler heads. The shopping list offers a concise list of all components needed from the Rain Bird family of products used in designing your system, including the corresponding part numbers. Use this plan to install your home irrigation system yourself or share it with a qualified Rain Bird installer.

Understanding Your Custom Sprinkler System Design

If your plan just looks like a map of your lawn with a bunch of dots and circles, don’t worry! While these drawings may seem technical and intimidating at first glance, their information is important for adequately planning and installing the most efficient irrigation system. Your personalized plan is based on professional irrigation design guidelines to achieve the most efficient water coverage suited to your individual lawn and landscape areas. 

Why are there so many sprinkler heads?

Proper sprinkler design provides for "Head-to-Head" coverage. This means that each sprinkler head is placed so that the water spray from one sprinkler reaches and overlaps the next, ensuring complete irrigation coverage. The result? Dry spots are eliminated, and less water is used for your greener, healthier lawn.

Your plan uses the highest quality Rain Bird parts according to the water pressure and flow rate information you indicated. Mixing sprinkler types may impede results since they apply water at different rates and may require overwatering certain areas of your landscape to achieve the same result.

Why are there so many zones?

The number of zones or valves you need results from the amount of water available to use at any one time. This flow was calculated in "gallons per minute." Since each sprinkler head uses a specific amount of water, the number of heads that can be connected to a valve is limited to the total requirement of all heads without exceeding your available flow.

How do I know which type of valve to use?

Local codes usually dictate the type of valve you are allowed to use, whether it's the standard in-line or anti-siphon design. Some municipalities allow anti-siphon valves, while other cities require back flow preventers. Check with your local water company or local building codes to find out which type of valve they require.

Where can I buy the products on my shopping list?

Your personalized plan lists the specific parts you will need to install your sprinkler system. Find these high-quality Rain Bird parts at your local garden center or hardware store as well as online, and on the Rain Bird Store. Or click here to find a list of authorized Rain Bird distributors near you who carry all our products.

Installing Your Rain Bird Sprinkler System

Armed with your design plan and shopping list, you're ready to install your new Rain Bird sprinkler system. If you're a DIY enthusiast, the clear and detailed instructions can guide you through the installation process. For those who prefer professional installation, the plan makes it easier for contractors to understand and implement your specific design.

Contacting our Support Team

If you have any questions or concerns, our support team is ready to help. We are committed to ensuring your Rain Bird sprinkler system provides you with many years of efficient, trouble-free irrigation for a lush and beautiful landscape.

A custom Rain Bird sprinkler design makes it easy to keep your lawn and landscape looking its best. It’s a smart investment for homeowners who want to simplify their garden care process, save water, and enjoy a healthy vibrant landscape. With your personalized sprinkler design and quality components from Rain Bird, you can trust that your lawn will be irrigated intelligently. With the right plan in place, you can rest easy knowing that your home is well-prepared for seasons to come.