Irrigation Services
At Black Bull Landscapes, we deliver complete irrigation services designed to keep your landscape healthy, green, and efficiently watered throughout the season. From new sprinkler installations to seasonal system starts and winter blowouts, our team ensures your irrigation system is reliable, code-compliant, and tailored to your property’s needs in Minnesota’s climate. We also offer preventative maintenance, eco-efficient upgrades, and warranty protection so your investment works long-term.
Irrigation Services We Specialize In
Irrigation Installation.
We install full, customized irrigation systems for residential and commercial properties. Our installation services include:
- Pop-up sprinkler systems
- Drip irrigation for garden beds and low-water areas
- Separate zones based on sun exposure and plant type
- Smart controllers with Wi-Fi and mobile app integration
- Rain sensors and seasonal adjustment settings for water efficiency
- Backflow prevention devices installed by licensed plumbers to meet local codes
Irrigation Repairs and Upgrades.
We handle repairs and system upgrades to keep your irrigation functioning optimally:
- Inspection and repair of leaks, broken valves, and misaligned heads.
- Controller programming and smart upgrades (weather-based / seasonal).
- Flow control valves and efficient sprinkler nozzles to reduce overspray and waste.
- Backflow preventer replacement / servicing as needed.
Seasonal Start-Ups & Winter Blowouts.
- Spring Start-Up: Activation of system, inspection for leaks, adjustment of heads, and controller setup.
- Mid-Season Inspections: Check performance, adjust zones if needed, ensure everything runs smoothly.
- Fall Blowouts / Winterization: Clearing water out of pipes/components to prevent freeze damage; preparation for shutting down system safely.
We use
only high-quality materials
Materials, Equipment & Products We Use.
At Black Bull Landscapes, we use only trusted, high-quality materials and irrigation components to ensure your system operates efficiently and lasts for years. Every installation and service is performed using professional-grade tools and products tested for performance in Minnesota’s climate.
- Premium Irrigation Brands: Hunter, Rain Bird, Toro, and Orbit—known for reliability, efficiency, and long-term durability.
- Smart Controllers: Wi-Fi-enabled systems with weather-based automation, adjustable zones, and mobile app integration.
- Sprinkler Heads & Nozzles: High-efficiency rotary nozzles and precision spray heads designed to minimize overspray and save water.
- Drip Irrigation Components: Pressure-regulated tubing, emitters, and filters ideal for plant beds, gardens, and low-flow systems.
- Backflow Prevention Devices: Certified assemblies to meet Minnesota’s plumbing and safety regulations.
- High-Grade PVC & Polyethylene Piping: Designed for long service life and frost resistance.
- Professional Installation Tools: Precision trenchers, pipe pullers, and soil compacting equipment for clean, accurate installs.
- System Add-Ons: Flow sensors, moisture sensors, and rain shutoff devices to improve water efficiency and prevent waste.
12
Years in the irrigation industry.
Many local jurisdictions require plumbing permits for irrigation installations and require the installation of backflow prevention devices. Always check with local authority.
- Winter blowouts remove water from pipes/components so freezing doesn’t cause costly damage. It’s essential for protecting your investment in MN winters.
Yes. We provide spring start-ups, mid-season inspections, fall blowouts, and service calls for dry zones, leaks, or broken components.
- New installations include a 1-year workmanship warranty. Most repairs have a 90-day limited warranty, depending on the type of work. Warranty excludes damage from weather, misuse, or third-party interference.
Yes. We install smart controllers, rain sensors, high-efficiency nozzles, flow control valves—features aimed at saving water and reducing waste.
By state law, all testable backflow prevention devices must be tested upon installation and at least annually thereafter by a certified tester. ([Minnesota Plumbing Code] dli.mn.gov+1)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
We use high-quality materials and plant stock selected for performance and appearance:
We use
only high-quality materials
Service Areas.
We proudly serve:
- Inver Grove Heights.
- Eagan.
- Woodbury.
- Cottage Grove.
- South St. Paul
- West St. Paul.
- Maplewood.
- Edina.
- Lakeville.
- and surrounding Minnesota communities.