Choosing between hiring a pro or doing it yourself? The difference comes down to performance, efficiency, long-term savings, and peace of mind.
Installing a sprinkler system might seem like a weekend project. But homeowners in North Texas who opt for the DIY route often learn the hard way that a quick install doesn’t always mean a quality result. A sprinkler system is a long-term investment in your landscape—and getting it wrong leads to water waste, dead grass, costly repairs, and frustration.
Texas Water Boys has been professionally installing sprinkler systems in Carrollton, Rockwall, and Van Alstyne since 1986. Here’s why a licensed installation delivers far better results than a DIY setup.
Professional installations start with a custom design. That means we:
DIY kits often skip this step. Without proper design, water coverage is uneven, roots dry out, or you oversaturate some zones while starving others.
Example: In Van Alstyne, high-clay soils need longer watering times with lower flow. DIYers often install mismatched heads that flood those areas.
Professional installers space and angle sprinkler heads to ensure head-to-head coverage, preventing dry strips and overspray.
We use:
DIY installers often misplace heads, bury them too deep, or angle them poorly, leading to runoff, water waste, or brown patches.
Different types of irrigation heads require different flows. A professional installer:
A DIY mistake we often correct? Connecting spray heads and rotors on the same zone. They operate at different pressures, and mixing them causes uneven performance.
We use specialized trenchers to dig clean pipe paths at the right depth (6-12 inches). We:
DIYers often dig too shallow, creating a risk of freeze damage or burst lines. Poor backfilling leads to sunken turf, trip hazards, and cracked pipe joints.
Professional systems use smart controllers programmed to:
Wiring is secured in conduit, connected to a GFCI outlet, and organized in a waterproof box. DIY setups often use loose wires, lack sensors, or overload circuits.
Cities across North Texas, including Rockwall and Carrollton, have ordinances that restrict watering schedules. Texas Water Boys:
DIYers may unknowingly run systems on restricted days or use outdated timers that waste water.
We stand behind every install with a warranty. That includes:
DIY installations come with no professional backup. If something breaks, you’re back in the trenches alone.
Texas Water Boys offers Wi-Fi-enabled systems that allow remote scheduling via phone apps. We install:
DIY setups rarely include these features. And adding them later without rewiring or re-zoning is complex and expensive.
Professional systems cost more upfront, but they save you more on water bills and repairs over 10+ years.
With Texas Water Boys, you get:
Our clients trust us to install once and get it right the first time.
Real Customer Feedback:
"We thought about doing it ourselves but called Texas Water Boys instead. Best decision. System works flawlessly." – Jane M., Carrollton
"They handled the install and showed us how to manage the app. Very professional, very helpful." – Rob D., Rockwall
Texas Water Boys makes sprinkler installation service simple, smart, and efficient. From layout to finish, we deliver systems that last and perform.
