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For homes and businesses across Cape Cod, a well-designed irrigation system replaces the hose and watering can routine with consistent, efficient coverage. Every install starts with detailed measurements and a careful read of your property — accounting for pressure, flow rate, and plant needs so the system is sized correctly from day one.

Pressure losses underground are a major factor in design — we measure actual flow and pressure values, then lay out piping in zones tailored to lawns, beds, and shaded areas. Proper zoning is what separates a system that wastes water and stresses turf from one that keeps plants thriving year after year.

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What We Do

From new installs to spring start-ups — full-service irrigation for Cape Cod homes and properties.

System Design & Installation

Site measurements, flow and pressure calculations, and a custom-laid-out system built for even coverage with no waste.

Zone Planning & Coverage

Properly zoned piping so lawns, beds, and shaded areas each get the right amount of water — not a one-size-fits-all schedule.

Sprinkler Head Repair

Replacing broken, clogged, or sunken heads and adjusting spray patterns so every zone covers the right area.

Leak & Pressure Diagnostics

Testing for cracked pipes, low pressure, and uneven distribution — then making the right repair before water bills climb.

Smart Controllers

Wi-Fi-enabled timers that adjust to weather and soil conditions — saving water and letting you control the system from your phone.

Start-Up & Blowout

Spring start-ups to safely recharge the system, and fall blowouts using compressed air to protect lines from freeze damage all winter.

Sprinkler system running across a well-maintained Cape Cod yard
Underground irrigation pipe installation on a residential Cape Cod property
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Your Irrigation Calendar

A well-maintained system needs attention at the right moments each year. Here's our seasonal cadence.

Spring Start-Up

April – Early May

  • • Slow re-pressurization of lines
  • • Zone-by-zone leak check
  • • Sprinkler head adjustment
  • • Controller programming for the season

In-Season Service

May – September

  • • Schedule adjustments for heat & rainfall
  • • Repairs to broken heads and pipes
  • • Coverage tuning as plants grow in
  • • Water-use checks

Fall Blowout

October – November

  • • Compressed-air clearing of every zone
  • • Backflow and valve shutdown
  • • Controller turned off for winter
  • • Pre-freeze inspection
Irrigation system maintenance and inspection by John G. Sears & Son on Cape Cod

Already have a sprinkler system? We service what we install — and what we didn't. From a single broken head to re-zoning an underperforming layout, our crews keep Cape Cod systems running cleanly through the freeze-thaw cycles that punish poorly maintained installs.

Getting ready for the season? Read our spring irrigation startup checklist for a step-by-step guide to bringing your system back online safely.

Irrigation

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. We design and install new sprinkler systems and we service, repair, and maintain existing ones — including replacing broken sprinkler heads, fixing leaking or cracked pipes, adjusting coverage, and re-zoning. Call us at (508) 398-8151.
On Cape Cod we typically start systems up in April or early May, once the threat of a hard freeze has passed. We slowly recharge the lines, check each zone for leaks and broken heads, adjust coverage, and set the controller schedule for the season. Starting too early risks freeze damage, so it's best to have a spring start-up done rather than charging the system yourself. See our spring irrigation startup checklist for a step-by-step walkthrough.
We perform fall blowouts before the first hard freeze — typically October into November on Cape Cod. Compressed air clears water from each zone so the lines don't freeze, crack, and fail over the winter. We can schedule a spring start-up and system check as well.
It depends on your water pressure, available flow rate, and the size and layout of the areas being watered. We take measurements, calculate actual flow and pressure after losses, and lay out piping in zones so every area gets even coverage without overloading the system. A poorly zoned system wastes water and can lead to turf disease.
A backflow preventer keeps water from your irrigation lines — which can pick up fertilizer, pesticides, pet waste, and soil bacteria — from being siphoned back into your home's drinking water if pressure in the public supply drops. It protects your family's potable water, and it's required by the Massachusetts plumbing code on every system tied to a municipal or well supply. The device must be installed correctly and tested annually to stay compliant and reliable. We install, test, and replace backflow preventers as part of our irrigation service.
Yes. Sandy Cape Cod soil drains quickly, so plants and turf benefit from consistent, properly timed watering. A well-designed system delivers the right amount of water to each zone, keeping your landscape healthy while using less water than dragging a hose around.
Call us at (508) 398-8151, email info@searslandscapingcapecod.com, or use the contact form on our website to request a free quote. We serve South Yarmouth and communities throughout Cape Cod.

Ready for a smarter, water-wise system?

Whether it's a new install, a seasonal start-up, or a repair — let's get your irrigation working the way it should.

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