Choosing a Company

You should aim to find a company that is large enough to take on the work easily, but small enough that there is still a guarantee of a decent and personal service. An important factor is the timescale in which the job can be completed and whether you are insured if the work runs past the agreed date. This is particularly important if other landscaping work depends on the irrigation system being in place and functional.

A site visit should take place before quotes are obtained and detailed planning is carried out. A rough estimate of costs could be made from plans and photographs. You should always looks for a Water Industry Approved installer and ask for references and examples of previous projects. More modern and advanced companies use computer programs to design and plan the systems, you should still expect a good level of human input and understanding however. Enquire about other professional qualifications regarding garden landscaping and design, although these are less relevant if the company is simply installing the system.

There is a great range of products available each with their own merits and drawbacks, having been designed with a certain type of system in mind. A reputable company will be able to explain these and help you choose. You should be wary of a company that tries to push you into purchasing a particular range as they may be working on commission and so will not have your best interests at heart. Also make sure that the equipment you purchase and the installation is fully guaranteed and that they are prepared to carry out the required servicing on the system.