Smart Irrigation Systems Sydney

Design and install efficient irrigation that keeps Inner Sydney lawns and North St Marys gardens green while meeting local water-restriction rules and boosting drought resilience.

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Why Expert Irrigation Matters in Sydney’s Microclimates

From the humid salt-laden air of the Northern Beaches to the sun-baked clay soils of the Western Suburbs, Greater Sydney’s rainfall and soil profile shift dramatically within a few kilometres.

FDSS Landscaping engineers every irrigation installation around those micro-climates, outperforming Brooks Irrigation, Hills Irrigation and Sydney Irrigation Services with smart zoning, pressure regulation and soil-sensor technology that delivers water only where and when it is needed. Our designs consider flow rate, sprinkler head throw and plant grouping, ensuring water-efficient sprinkler systems that thrive in shady Inner-city courtyards as well as wind-exposed terraces. The result is lush growth and measurable savings year-round, even during El Niño drought cycles across NSW every summer.

  • Lower household water bills by up to 40 percent
  • Greener disease-resistant lawns and garden beds
  • Full compliance with Sydney Water restriction levels
  • Automated schedules via Wi-Fi smart controllers
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Comprehensive Irrigation Services

Select a service below to optimise water use and plant health across every corner of Sydney, year after year. All work is backed by workmanship assurance.

Design and Installation Solutions

Our irrigation design team analyses water pressure, soil structure and micro climate data before specifying drip lines or pop up sprinklers that match each zone. Precise pipe sizing, valve placement and backflow protection deliver reliable flow, hassle free operation and healthy gardens from Inner Sydney to North St Marys.

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Smart Controller Upgrades

Upgrade existing systems with Wi Fi smart controllers, rain sensors and soil moisture probes that automatically adjust run times to local weather. Monitor and program schedules from your phone, reduce consumption during Sydney Water restrictions and qualify for available rebates while protecting lawns and ornamental beds.

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Maintenance Repairs and Retrofits

FDSS technicians provide seasonal tune ups, nozzle replacements and leak detection, then retrofit ageing PVC layouts with high efficiency drip grids or gear drive heads. Rapid fault repair restores pressure balance and eliminates dry patches, extending system lifespan and saving Sydney homeowners the expense of total replacement.

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From Concept to Care

Our 5 Step Installation Process

Every project follows our five step framework, giving Sydney homeowners confidence that water efficient sprinkler systems are installed with precision and cared for long after handover.

  • Free site inspection captures pressure readings, coverage gaps and access points to inform a precise irrigation layout.
  • Comprehensive water-usage audit and custom design with zoning, filtration and future expansion built in.
  • Fixed-price quote details hardware, labour and timeline so you know exactly what the results will cost.
  • Licensed installation trenches, lays pipework, fits valves and programs controllers with minimal lawn disruption.
  • Seasonal service plan fine-tunes run times, flushes nozzles and keeps warranties valid year after year.

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Water Saving Technology and Smart Controllers

Wi-Fi enabled irrigation controllers read live Bureau of Meteorology forecasts and pause watering before rain. Integrated rain sensors and soil-moisture probes stop run times when lawns are already saturated, trimming outdoor water use by up to 40 percent while keeping plants thriving.

Devices pair seamlessly with Google Home and Alexa, and many qualify for Sydney Water Smart Approved rebates, making sustainable gardening affordable for households across Inner Sydney and North St Marys.

  • Weather-based scheduling saves water and protects lawns
  • Phone app control from anywhere in the world
  • Automatic compliance with water restriction levels
  • Modular design retrofits smoothly into existing valves
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Inspiration Gallery Greater Sydney Gardens

Explore diverse irrigation results that thrive in Balmain roof terraces, lush North St Marys backyards and high-rise CBD courtyards. Each image shows how climate-tuned watering keeps turf green and beds blooming across Sydney’s varied landscapes.

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Irrigation FAQs

Quick answers to the questions Sydney homeowners ask before investing in an efficient watering system.

For a typical Inner Sydney courtyard, a fully installed pop-up or drip network starts around $2,500, whereas larger North St Marys lawns with several zones average $4,500–$6,000. Final figures depend on pipe length, soil profile, controller specification and site accessibility.
Most domestic systems under 25 litres per minute avoid formal council permits. However, Sydney Water requires registered backflow prevention. Our licensed plumbers handle the paperwork and schedule any meter inspections when a mains connection or pressure-reducing valve upgrade is involved.
Yes. We program smart controllers to follow current Level 1–4 schedules, automatically pausing on rainy days and limiting daylight run times. Compliance avoids fines and keeps gardens hydrated within the rules even during extended El Niño drought conditions.
We install and support leading Wi-Fi models from Hunter Hydrawise, Rain Bird ESP-ME3 and Rachio. All integrate with Google Home and Alexa, provide real-time flow alerts and deliver weather-based scheduling that can reduce outdoor water use by up to forty percent.
Most Inner Sydney terrace gardens are completed in one day, including trenching and programming. Larger quarter-acre blocks or commercial courtyards generally require two to three days, allowing for pressure testing, mulch reinstatement and client training on the controller app.
Absolutely. We cap redundant spray heads, retrofit pressure-regulated dripline and reuse existing solenoid valves where possible. This approach cuts overspray, delivers uniform soil moisture and turns an older layout into a water-efficient sprinkler system without full replacement costs.
Seasonal servicing is recommended: clean filters, flush drip zones, inspect valve diaphragms and adjust run times for temperature changes. Our service plan visits at the start of summer and autumn keep flow rates accurate and protect manufacturer warranties.
Clients switching from manual hose watering to smart, zone-based irrigation typically report savings of twenty to forty percent on quarterly bills. Lower consumption is achieved through matched-precipitation nozzles, soil-moisture sensors and weather-adaptive scheduling that eliminates unnecessary run cycles.
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