Irrigation & Drainage
Smart irrigation systems and drainage solutions engineered for Austin's water conditions and regulations.
Outdoor Renovations designs and installs efficient irrigation systems and drainage solutions that protect your landscape investment and your property. From WiFi-enabled smart controllers and drip zones to French drains and grading corrections, we solve water management challenges across the Austin metro. Our systems are designed to comply with Austin Water utility guidelines while keeping your landscape healthy through Central Texas summers.
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Why Choose Irrigation & Drainage
Smart Irrigation for Water-Wise Landscapes
Water is a precious resource in Central Texas, and an efficient irrigation system is essential for maintaining a healthy landscape without waste. Outdoor Renovations installs modern smart irrigation systems with WiFi-enabled controllers, rain and soil moisture sensors, and pressure-regulated drip zones that deliver the right amount of water to each area of your landscape. We design irrigation layouts around hydrozones — grouping plants with similar water needs — to maximize efficiency and comply with local watering restrictions.
- WiFi-enabled smart controllers with weather-based scheduling
- Rain sensors and soil moisture sensors to prevent overwatering
- Drip irrigation for beds, trees, and foundation plantings
- Rotary and spray zones for turf areas with matched precipitation rates
- Hydrozone design grouping plants by water requirements
- Backflow prevention and compliance with local codes
Drainage Solutions That Protect Your Property
Poor drainage causes erosion, foundation damage, standing water, and plant loss. Austin's combination of clay soils, limestone outcrops, and intense rainstorms makes drainage engineering critical for most properties. We design and install drainage systems that move water efficiently away from structures and sensitive areas while preventing downstream problems. From simple grading corrections to comprehensive French drain networks, we solve drainage issues at their source.
- French drains and channel drains for subsurface water management
- Surface grading and swale construction to direct runoff
- Dry creek beds that manage water flow while enhancing landscape aesthetics
- Downspout extensions and catch basins to protect foundations
- Erosion control on sloped properties throughout the Hill Country
Materials & Systems We Work With
Hunter and Rain Bird smart controllers
WiFi-enabled weather-based scheduling
Drip irrigation systems
Rotary and fixed spray heads
Rain and soil moisture sensors
French drain systems
Channel and trench drains
Dry creek bed installations
Catch basins and pop-up emitters
Backflow prevention devices
Our Irrigation & Drainage Process
Site Assessment & Water Audit
We evaluate your property's water needs, existing irrigation (if any), drainage trouble spots, soil permeability, and grade to develop a comprehensive water management plan.
System Design & Layout
Our team designs a custom irrigation and/or drainage layout with zone maps, head placement, pipe routing, and controller programming tailored to your landscape and local water regulations.
Trenching & Installation
We install mainlines, lateral lines, heads, drip tubing, valves, and drainage piping with minimal disruption to your existing landscape. Utility lines are located and marked before any excavation.
Controller Setup & Programming
Smart controllers are installed, connected to WiFi, and programmed with zone-specific schedules based on plant type, sun exposure, and soil conditions. We set up the app on your phone for remote access.
Testing & Calibration
Every zone is tested for coverage, pressure, and proper operation. We adjust heads, check for leaks, verify drainage flow, and fine-tune the system before final walkthrough.
Why Choose Outdoor Renovations for Irrigation & Drainage
- Irrigation designs compliant with Austin Water utility guidelines
- Smart controller installation with WiFi and weather-based scheduling
- 16+ years solving Austin drainage challenges in clay and limestone soils
- Licensed Landscape Contractor — Fully Bonded & Insured
- Integrated irrigation and drainage design to solve water issues holistically
- 1-Year Service Guarantee on all irrigation and drainage installations
Service Area
Irrigation & Drainage Across the Austin Metro
Outdoor Renovations provides irrigation & drainage services throughout the Austin metro and Central Texas region.
Irrigation & Drainage — Frequently Asked Questions
Most homeowners see 20 to 50 percent water savings compared to a standard timer-based system. Smart controllers adjust watering automatically based on weather data, soil moisture, and seasonal plant needs. Combined with drip irrigation and proper hydrozone design, the savings are significant — especially during Austin's long, hot summers.
If your system is more than 10 years old, uses a basic timer controller, or has uneven coverage, an upgrade will likely improve performance and reduce water waste. We offer irrigation audits to evaluate your current system and recommend targeted upgrades rather than unnecessary full replacements.
Standing water is usually caused by compacted clay soil, improper grading, or inadequate drainage infrastructure. Austin's clay soils have very low permeability, so water sits on the surface rather than soaking in. We diagnose the specific cause and install the appropriate solution — whether it is regrading, a French drain, a dry creek bed, or a combination.
In many cases, yes. We use targeted trenching techniques and plan drainage routes to minimize disruption to existing landscaping. We restore all disturbed areas after installation. For larger drainage projects, we coordinate the work with any planned landscape improvements to reduce overall disruption.
Austin Water enforces watering schedules based on your address. Our smart controllers are programmed to comply with these restrictions automatically, adjusting for seasonal changes and any emergency conservation measures. We set up your system to water during allowed hours and skip days when restrictions apply.
Austin's winters are generally mild enough that full system winterization is not required. However, we recommend insulating backflow preventers and exposed pipes, and shutting off the system during freeze events. Our smart controllers can pause watering automatically when freezing temperatures are forecast.
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