Why is one zone of my sprinklers not turning on?

Usually a bad valve, a wiring break to that zone, or a clogged head. A tech can isolate it with the controller and a valve test in under an hour in most cases.

How do I know if I have a leak underground?

Signs include a soggy area that's wet even on non-watering days, unexplained water bill increases, or a zone with noticeably low pressure. A tech can pressure-test the line to find it.

Can I repair my own sprinkler system?

Simple head swaps are DIY-friendly, but valve, wiring, and mainline repairs usually go faster and cleaner with a tech who has a wire locator and the right fittings on the truck.

Sprinkler system repair in Austin

This is for homeowners with an existing sprinkler system that has a problem, not people looking to install a new system from scratch. Common repair calls in Austin include broken or clogged heads, a valve stuck open or closed, a controller that stopped communicating with zones, or a mainline break that's flooding a section of yard.

Diagnosing a zone that won't run or won't shut off
Replacing cracked heads, nozzles, or risers damaged by mowing or foot traffic
Fixing valve or wiring faults, often traced with a multimeter and locator
Patching mainline or lateral line breaks, common after freezes or tree root growth
Reprogramming or replacing failed controllers

Because Austin's clay soil shifts a lot with our wet/dry cycles, buried lines crack more often here than in sandier soils, so repair work is a steady part of what local irrigation techs do.

What it costs

Repair cost depends on what's actually broken: a swapped head or nozzle is a minor fix, while a mainline break, buried valve replacement, or controller rewiring takes more labor and sometimes trenching. Techs often charge a diagnostic or trip fee that gets applied toward the repair.

Top 3 by our score

Ranked from our published scoring of public Google reviews for irrigation & sprinkler systems.

1. American Irrigation Repair
4.9★ · 377 reviews

93
2. Top Choice
5.0★ · 127 reviews

92
3. Sprinkler Medics of Austin - Lawn Service & Sprinkler Repair & Installations
4.9★ · 161 reviews

88

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FAQ

Why is one zone of my sprinklers not turning on?: Usually a bad valve, a wiring break to that zone, or a clogged head. A tech can isolate it with the controller and a valve test in under an hour in most cases.
How do I know if I have a leak underground?: Signs include a soggy area that's wet even on non-watering days, unexplained water bill increases, or a zone with noticeably low pressure. A tech can pressure-test the line to find it.
Can I repair my own sprinkler system?: Simple head swaps are DIY-friendly, but valve, wiring, and mainline repairs usually go faster and cleaner with a tech who has a wire locator and the right fittings on the truck.