[richrjones]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

I have two leaks in my irrigation system, and a faulty valve, which need fixing

The person my neighbor uses for such problems came to look and claimed there were no leaks, just a broken sprinkler head, which he replaced

I checked the system this morning (taking 20 minutes where he had taken just five, and charged me $120 for his expertise) and found evidence that the two leaks are really there

Who should I use to get a good job done on them?

Thank you

Will take care of the leaks for you and do it right!!
Jeff @ 352-702-6376

[PurePeach]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

I have two leaks in my irrigation system, and a faulty valve, which need fixing

The person my neighbor uses for such problems came to look and claimed there were no leaks, just a broken sprinkler head, which he replaced

I checked the system this morning (taking 20 minutes where he had taken just five, and charged me $120 for his expertise) and found evidence that the two leaks are really there

Who should I use to get a good job done on them?

Thank you

Several people in my neighborhood use Devon Walker - (352) 551-3478, Devonirrigation@gmail.com. He is reasonable and good. Fixed a huge leak that had flooded part of a yard for a low price.

[virtue51]

I had Massey's irrigation maintenance service -- I fired Massey. There was a major leak in a flowerbed and they were scheduled to come in two weeks. When Massey came for the routine maintenance service, the report indicated no issues and no leaks were found. The leak in the flowerbed was obvious because it was like a small geyser.

Now, I use American Irrigation -- they are honest, professional and knowledgable. The price is reasonable. The phone number is 407-910-2111.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by virtue51

I had Massey's irrigation maintenance service -- I fired Massey. There was a major leak in a flowerbed and they were scheduled to come in two weeks. When Massey came for the routine maintenance service, the report indicated no issues and no leaks were found. The leak in the flowerbed was obvious because it was like a small geyser.

Now, I use American Irrigation -- they are honest, professional and knowledgable. The price is reasonable. The phone number is 407-910-2111.

I called American Irrigation. I don't know what you consider reasonable pricing, but their minimum cost is way higher than Massey. Massey charges $40 per quarter for a regular check and adjustment of the system. If I have a leak or broken nozzle, they will respond within a day or so, and most of the time, they will replace a nozzle or riser for free. If the repair is more extensive, I have never been charged more than $50 for the repair. A few years ago, they raised 5 pop-up sprinklers by 6 inches, and the charge was only $15 each.

American Irrigation charges a minimum of $85-95 per hour every time they come to your house, even for the quarterly inspection and adjustment. And, they don't guarantee any special treatment or pricing for regular maintenance customers. So, if they just come to screw in a broken nozzle, you will pay at least $85 plus the cost for parts. I don't consider this reasonable pricing at all.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Kenswing

ACI Irrigation and Water Wizards seem to be the preferred companies around here. I’ve heard mostly good things about them.

I once called ACI. They wanted to charge me $80 to come to my house and evaluate my system to provide a quote for regular maintenance. That was a non-starter. I don't pay for quotes.

[Stu from NYC]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

I called American Irrigation. I don't know what you consider reasonable pricing, but their minimum cost is way higher than Massey. Massey charges $40 per quarter for a regular check and adjustment of the system. If I have a leak or broken nozzle, they will respond within a day or so, and most of the time, they will replace a nozzle or riser for free. If the repair is more extensive, I have never been charged more than $50 for the repair. A few years ago, they raised 5 pop-up sprinklers by 6 inches, and the charge was only $15 each.

American Irrigation charges a minimum of $85-95 per hour every time they come to your house, even for the quarterly inspection and adjustment. And, they don't guarantee any special treatment or pricing for regular maintenance customers. So, if they just come to screw in a broken nozzle, you will pay at least $85 plus the cost for parts. I don't consider this reasonable pricing at all.

That is why we are happy we have a neighbor who knows how to keep system running optimally and is reasonable cost wise

[Bill14564]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

I called American Irrigation. I don't know what you consider reasonable pricing, but their minimum cost is way higher than Massey. Massey charges $40 per quarter for a regular check and adjustment of the system. If I have a leak or broken nozzle, they will respond within a day or so, and most of the time, they will replace a nozzle or riser for free. If the repair is more extensive, I have never been charged more than $50 for the repair. A few years ago, they raised 5 pop-up sprinklers by 6 inches, and the charge was only $15 each.

...

Massey irrigation has been hit or miss with us. Their last miss cost them my business... at least for now.

Had a head break off resulting in a geyser. Called three times over the course of a week and heard they would be out soon each time. Finally fixed it myself.

Had another issue where the heads weren't coming up correctly. Something that should have been picked up during the quarterly maintenance, but wasn't. Called about this too and was given the date they would show up for my quarterly work. When that day came and went I checked the online schedule and found it was now two weeks out. Finally fixed it myself.

Decided if I could fix it myself I didn't need to keep writing checks. (larger checks than you are writing)

I like Massey in general and might wind up going back to them for irrigation work but not right now.

[Arctic Fox]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

I once called ACI. They wanted to charge me $80 to come to my house and evaluate my system to provide a quote for regular maintenance. That was a non-starter. I don't pay for quotes.

I left a message for ACI on Monday and they haven't bothered to reply so, with so much choice kindly offered above, they will not be getting any business from me, either.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by Bill14564

Massey irrigation has been hit or miss with us. Their last miss cost them my business... at least for now.

Had a head break off resulting in a geyser. Called three times over the course of a week and heard they would be out soon each time. Finally fixed it myself.

Had another issue where the heads weren't coming up correctly. Something that should have been picked up during the quarterly maintenance, but wasn't. Called about this too and was given the date they would show up for my quarterly work. When that day came and went I checked the online schedule and found it was now two weeks out. Finally fixed it myself.

Decided if I could fix it myself I didn't need to keep writing checks. (larger checks than you are writing)

I like Massey in general and might wind up going back to them for irrigation work but not right now.

I agree that Massey is not the best company. I have them because they answer the phone and they will usually respond quickly. I don't allow any irrigation technician to touch the controller because I know more about it than they do. But, I want a company who will repair an underground leak and won't charge a fortune. Some irrigation people only want to respond to leaks on an ad hoc basis, come whenever they want, and charge whatever they want. Having an ongoing relationship with a company provides some peace of mind. Massey also mows my grass and treats my lawn for weeds and fertilizes. They are cheaper than other companies I have contacted.

[Arctic Fox]

Originally Posted by Topspinmo

The diaphragm probably the problem, there white collar that splits over time jamming up diaphragm so it won’t come on. The diaphragm 7 dollar part only have to take top off to replace it.

Great recommendation, thank you Topspinmo.

Ten minute job (most of which was spent digging sand out of the valve box) and problem solved.

[jrref]

Call Chuck, excellent!

chuck.grospitch@gmail.com
440-823-4273

[SeanAndrews]

Originally Posted by juneroses

Marc Shinn of On The Marc, an irrigation maintenance and repair individual, just completed bringing our 20 year system back to like new condition. Heads weren‘t popping up as high as they used to (kinda like me), needed to be raised, required re-aiming, etc. I’m so pleased at the results and pleasantly surprised that he could schedule the work the same week I called - no waiting weeks or months for an appointment. A neighbor recommended him.

Marc is a Village resident. Contact info is:

913-475-7853
onthemarc2023@gmail.com

Marc came over to take a look at my system. Diagnosed the problem and told me what needed to be done. Although he COULD do the job, right now he's concentrating on the small-medium sized projects. My job is going to require a lot of digging and backfilling. Very nice, knowledgeable fellow and he didn't charge me for the visit. I will give him a call for future jobs.

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

I have two leaks in my irrigation system, and a faulty valve, which need fixing

The person my neighbor uses for such problems came to look and claimed there were no leaks, just a broken sprinkler head, which he replaced

I checked the system this morning (taking 20 minutes where he had taken just five, and charged me $120 for his expertise) and found evidence that the two leaks are really there

Who should I use to get a good job done on them?

Thank you

Ask OTHER neighbors and THEN get three quotes. Or learn how to fix it yourself. My husband does ........and no he's not for sale.

[LeRoySmith]

Originally Posted by graciegirl

Ask OTHER neighbors and THEN get three quotes. Or learn how to fix it yourself. My husband does ........and no he's not for sale.

For rent?

[Topspinmo]

Originally Posted by Arctic Fox

Great recommendation, thank you Topspinmo.

Ten minute job (most of which was spent digging sand out of the valve box) and problem solved.

If you can do that you can replace popup or fix line leak IMO.