Sprinkler Repair
& Backflow Testing

We employ multiple fully licensed irrigation technicians and teams to handle all sprinkler system repairs and offer 24-hour emergency service at no extra cost.

If you think you are having a sprinkler system or irrigation emergency, please call immediately. We've seen even small water leaks cause property damage resulting in tens of thousands of dollars of repair. It's better to catch things as early as possible.

While we can usually service your irrigation system the same day, during certain times of the year we can get backed up. April–May and October–November are our heavy irrigation seasons.

Your backflow is the gateway to water and the beginning of your sprinkler system. The backflow prevents contaminants from flowing back into your potable (drinkable) water system.

The City of Bend requires all residents to have their backflow inspected annually. One of our certified technicians can test your backflow and — unlike other competitors — shoulder the burden of filing the necessary paperwork with the City of Bend.

Our irrigation technicians are trained to diagnose and repair a wide range of sprinkler system issues:

• Broken or misaligned sprinkler heads
• Zone valve failures and solenoid replacement
• Controller and timer malfunctions
• Underground pipe breaks and leaks
• Backflow device repair and replacement
• Pressure regulation issues
• Wiring and electrical faults
• System winterization damage

Bend's freeze-thaw climate creates specific failure patterns we diagnose every season. Here are the six problems our technicians see most often — and what we do about them.

Broken or clogged sprinkler heads are the most frequent call we get. Freeze damage, lawnmower strikes, and soil settling all knock heads out of alignment or crack them. We carry Rainbird, Hunter, and Toro heads on every truck and can usually replace them in a single visit.

Stuck or failed zone valves cause a zone to either run continuously or refuse to turn on. A failed solenoid is usually the culprit — a $20 part that takes 20 minutes to swap. A worn diaphragm requires full valve replacement, which we can typically complete without excavation.

Broken lateral lines show up as soggy patches between watering cycles or low pressure in one zone. We locate the break with pressure testing before digging — which means less disruption to your yard.

Controller and timer failures can look like a system problem when the issue is just a power surge or dead battery. We diagnose the controller first before recommending replacement.

Backflow preventer failures are common after hard freezes. Oregon law requires annual testing regardless of condition — we are certified testers and file the paperwork with the City of Bend directly.

Low system pressure is often misdiagnosed. Before assuming a leak, we check the pressure regulator, the main shutoff, and zone head counts. Over-zoned systems are common in older Bend neighborhoods and require a redesign rather than a repair.

We provide 24-hour emergency irrigation repair throughout Bend and Central Oregon at no extra charge above our standard $140/hour rate. There is no emergency surcharge.

If you have a zone that won't shut off, a mainline break, or active water pooling near your valve box, call (541) 617-8873 immediately. A running zone left overnight can waste thousands of gallons and create significant property damage — Bend's tiered water rates make leaks expensive fast.

During peak season (April–May and October–November), same-day emergency slots are prioritized for active leaks and system failures. Non-emergency repairs are typically scheduled within 3–7 business days.

Newport Avenue Landscaping services all major irrigation brands regardless of who installed the system. Our technicians are trained on:

• Rainbird — residential and commercial rotors, spray heads, valves, and controllers
• Hunter — Pro-C, X-Core, and ICC2 controllers; PGP and MP Rotator heads
• Toro — EVOLUTION and TEMPUS controllers; precision spray heads
• Orbit — B-hyve smart controllers and standard timer systems
• Rainmaster — commercial and golf-grade control systems
• Weathermatic — SmartLine and SL series smart controllers
• K-Rain — residential rotors and spray heads