When many people think of landscape irrigation, they think of sprinkler systems. Underground sprinkler irrigation uses a series of pipes and sprinkler heads that deliver water to plants by spraying the water in the air above them. Like drip irrigation systems, sprinkler systems can be installed with irrigation controllers. Sprinkler heads can either retract and pop up during watering, or they can always sit above the ground. Although sprinkler irrigation does lead to some water waste due to evapotranspiration, smart irrigation controllers can mitigate this risk by taking weather reports into account when triggering the sprinkler system.

Drip irrigation is an extremely popular irrigation system due to the amount of water and nutrients it saves. A drip irrigation system helps you deliver water more efficiently, saving you time and money. Essentially, the water drips slowly to the roots of plants where it is needed. The water can come from above or below the soil surface. The overall goal is for the water to go directly to the zone where the roots are located and to minimize evaporation.

Drip irrigation systems are commonly installed in areas where flowers, shrubs or plants are growing rather than in a lawn. This system allows you to target plant roots more precisely than with sprinklers, resulting in better plant health and water conservation. A drip irrigation system is designed based on your property’s layout. The effectiveness of the system largely depends on its design and installation. Texas Best Irrigation and Landscape can tailor a custom drip irrigation system to your needs.