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Kelly Green Irrigation Inc

About us

For over 30 years, kelly green irrigation has been a leader in the design, installation and maintenance of irrigation systems throughout the minneapolis, st. paul and twin cities area. kelly green irrigation is a family-owned and operated business established in 1973 and is currently positioned as one of the top three irrigation contractors in the twin cities area. instrumental in the irrigation industry for the past three decades, kelly green has been honored with numerous awards from the irrigation community and played a pivotal role in establishing the irrigation industry committee for the minnesota nursery landscape association (mnla). kelly green senior vice president duggan kelly is currently a committee member and past chairman of the irrigation industry committee for the mnla and is involved with many legislative issues related to the irrigation industry. over the past 15 years, kelly green irrigation has purchased three highly recognized irrigation companies and numerous smaller companies in the twin cities area. these entities combined deliver over 150 years of irrigation experience, resulting in expertise you can trust, superior customer service and fast response time. support from loyal customers has enabled kelly green to steadily grow our capabilities and coverage. we have the personnel, resources and equipment to execute large and complex projects as well as provide routine maintenance and water-saving technology to residential customers. through partnerships and working relationships with all necessary parties (homeowners, architects, irrigation consultants, builders, developers, cities, public and private schools, property developers, property managers, cemeteries and other contractors), kelly green irrigation provides your complete project needs. motivated workforce...... kelly green irrigation employees are experienced and experts in the irrigation industry. most of our sales force, installation and service team members have over 10 years of service with the company, during which they have completed extensive in-field training. expect to be served by a trained team that is respectful of your property and ready to operate state-of-the-art equipment and technology to complete your project. state-of-the-art equipment and processes......kelly green irrigation maintains one of the area’s largest fleet of installation and service vehicles with state-of-the-art installation equipment. our capabilities ensure that we can install and service systems effectively with minimal damage to existing landscapes. our service vehicles are equipped with gps tracking, enabling office staff to provide real-time feedback to customers. in addition, an extensive database on maintenance performed at each account is maintained for historical purposes. customer satisfaction is our priority........customer satisfaction is our top priority. beyond commitment to providing the most advanced water-conserving products and high quality components, our customer care is unmatched. representatives are available daily to answer your questions and support your needs, with same day response in emergency situations, including evenings and weekends. industry and community involvement memberships: Minnesota nursery and landscape association irrigation association builders club builders association of the twin cities.

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
60 years of experience

Services we offer

Residential and commercial underground sprinkler system installation, spring start ups & winterizations.

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Free Estimates

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.826 Reviews
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Mike T.
Oct 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$94
Kelly did an excellent job of installing my irrigation system in 2016, and in performing annual maintenance. For 2019 I had booked October 29th for winterization. The forecast showed that the low overnight would be 26 degrees. I phoned Kelly on the 28th asking if they could fit me in that day. They did so, eliminating my fears of frost damage to my system. I am very grateful and recommend Kelly highly.

Rosa B.
Nov 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Punctual, Flexible, Clear on communicating and explaining and suggesting what would work better. Looked for efficiency.

Subhash K.
Nov 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,600
Our experience was simply exceptional. A very professional company to work with. Clear in communication, managing expectation and not to mention the actual work itself. System design was precise and installed just perfectly. No signs of stress on lawn and coverage was perfect.

Blake B.
Jul 2017
N/A
Yes, I recommend this pro
Easy to work with. Prompt. Professional. Competitive prices. Replaced bad solenoid valve. They also blow out my sprinklers in the fall.

JOANNE H.
Jun 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,500
We were introduced to Duggan Kelly (owner of Kelly Green Irrigation) by our landscaper. Duggan worked with us to plan a great irrigation system for our newly landscaped yard and new patio. The irrigation system was installed (spring of 2016) in a timely and professional manner and we had additional enhancements added to the system this spring/summer (2017). The Kelly Green service crew (particularly Mike G.) have been incredibly responsive and helpful in addressing any concerns and educating us on how to use the system. The communication is terrific and we highly recommend the Kelly Green team. This is our first experience using a home irrigation system and it has made a huge difference in our "quality of life" because we do not have to drag hoses and sprinklers around our yard. Our lawn and plants look great too. Kelly Green installed a system that uses the Rachio Smart Controller system. We can operate the system with an App on our cell phones. So we can "manage" our irrigation system (via the cell phone App) from any location. We will continue to use Kelly Green as our irrigation service provider in the coming years. This a well managed, locally owned company providing great service, with hard working employees.

RUSS B.
Feb 2017
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500
ALL WENT AS PLANNED.

Gretchen N.
Nov 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Cheryl R.
Jul 2016
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$80
Duggan was prompt and professional. He began by informing me that my system is so old that parts are no longer made, but he does have some parts in storage. He started by looking for easy fixes, and within 20 minutes he found and replaced a bad wire. I had talked to three other companies that wouldn't even look at my system because it is hydraulic. They all suggested I convert to an electric system for $2k-$3k. My sprinkler is now working and it costed me less than $100!

Richard K.
Nov 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
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Karen O.
Jun 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,100
We've been enjoying our irrigations system for about a month and we're so delighted with it! It's so wonderful to know we don't have to drag hoses around the yard anymore. Our grass is enjoying the water, but more importantly, our trees are getting the regular water they need.
Our experience with Kelly Green was friendly, pleasant and easy from the very first phone call to the last training/meeting with the tech who helped us learn how to operate the system. Duggan Kelly came to give us an estimate - he listened to our needs and concerns and offered helpful suggestions. We asked friends who have had installs by Kelly Green for their opinions and all were very happy with the product and the service. 
On the day of the install, Duggan and the crew came and we tweaked the design a little more so that the system would run smoothly and efficiently. The crew had clearly worked together a lot - each person knew exactly what to do and didn't waste any time getting the job done. The machine that inserts the water lines leaves no trace that anything had been disturbed!
Duggan has checked in with us since the install was completed and never fails to remind us to call with questions or concerns. We're very happy with our sprinkling system and still get a kick out of watching it if we happen to be up early!

Vivian M.
Apr 2015
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,500

I worked closely with Dugan for the planning stage, through actual installation and system instruction.  In two weeks he will return for getting the system up and running for the new 2015 season.

Dugan was helpful, courteous and professional.  He was always honest and gave sound advice whenever it was needed.  In every regard I am pleased and am looking forward to seeing the results!

Kelly Green is a family owned business, very successful and in every way their family values come across while you are working with them.  It has and will continue to be so for many years I am sure.



Susan L.
Oct 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
I have been using their services for a year and a half. They did the irrigation work for the previous owner of my house. They have guys who have come to this house for the last nine years and they know my system. They were also very helpful when we completed a landscaping project and had to extend the irrigation system. They were great with choosing a way to irrigate that was low cost and effective.

STEVE A.
Oct 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,900
The system was installed after our original lawn was removed and new black dirt was spread. Boxes were set, the system connected and new turf went in within a day. Were were provided adequate directions but ended up asking for additional assistance as settings originally established had the system going off too often. This was quickly corrected as were a few adjustments to sprinking heads.
I would say overall the job went quite well. We enjoyed working with Duggan, who as it turns out has worked with one of our fathers on a number of projects in the West Metro. He designed a system which needed to at once cover lots of new turf along with a sizable central garden. The result is vastly reduced manual watering on our part, saving us countless hours of effort and ensuring we have a beautiful lawn and healthy plants.
Things to look out for when having a system installed prior to sod being set (lessons learned) include:
1. Ensuring you know exactly where the sod will and quot;landand quot; as we had a sprinkling head installed which turned out to be further from the edge of the sod than planned. It seems the area is being watered adequately but nevertheless know where your grass is going to be before the sprinkling heads are installed!
2. The drawing of the sprinkling layout provided by Kelly Green is adequate but does not tell the whole story. Once your sytem is installed, ask questions about where the supply lines are run and how the heads are supplied. In our case the drawing seemed to depict the supply lines in-line with the heads when in-fact a loop runs further from the edge of the lawns and then feeder lines run to the edges. This we discovered when an event tent was placed where we thought no lines existed. Yup, we had a leak which then needed to be repaired.
3. About the only other thing I'd note is the control boxes (in the laws or beds) are not as level as I might have hoped. This however may be due to the close proximity of tree and shrub roots which of course one doesn't want to cut unless it cannot be helped.
Overall we are greatly pleased with the system and controls installed. We would use Kelly Green again.

Suzanne H.
Sep 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,000
They came early in the day and finished by mid-afternoon. Three guys and all were pleasant and great to work with.

Dan K.
May 2013
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,000
The experience was smooth as silk. Dougan came out and together we designed the system. While I was away traveling his team installed everything. As it was just about time for snow, they shut-down the system after a few days. In the spring (which was in MAY!!) he returned and started it up. It works very well. The small number of problems that were present (i.e. clogged heads, etc) were quickly resolved. I'm very happy and my lawn is very happy too.

Joanne K.
Dec 2012
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$70
Went great! It took a while to get an appointment but it was done on time for a fair price. We'd definitely hire then again.

Scott S.
Dec 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,300
Their supplier had some bad valves, so they had to change them over a couple times. They did do the work right in the end, though. They did a great job on the installation. It wasn't their fault that the manufacturer made a mistake.

George Z.
Nov 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000
Orginally Duggan Kelly came out and estimated the job and did a thorough job of explaining his plans and his family run company. On installation day, Duggan walked me through each of the planned 11 zones and we modified the original design slightly to meet my specific watering needs. His Team (6 of them) went right to work. They were finished by the end of the day which was hard to believe given the number of zones and sprinkler heads installed. I could tell that these guys were trained professional and had worked together for many years. Each one seemed to know what they were responsible for and needed very little direction from the lead. They had all the right equipment and lawn damage was minimal. I would say that the Kelly Green workers were among the most polite and professional trade personnel that I have experienced over the years.

Since the installation Mr. Kelly has followed up with me a couple of times to see how things were going with the system. He even dropped off some spinkler head marker flags for me (at my request) when I had my lawn irrigated in the fall. It was my mistake as I should have kept the original marker flags when they were offered to me at the time of installation. He dropped them off the next day, refused my offer of payment and had an attitute that he was happy to be able to do it, even though I am sure he had a busy schedule. This is a professional firm with a strong focus on customer service. I though their price was competitive and the service was outstanding. I am a perfectionist and i wanted my job done right, I am glad a went with Kelly Green.

John R.
Apr 2011
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,500
Great service and the job was done on time!

Nancy K.
Jul 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$215
We had notified Kelly Green that we were having a new fence installed and would need them to come out after the new posts were set to possibly move the existing sprinkler line. They had just told us to call when ready for them and once we did they were able to make it out next day. When we first explained the work we thought might need to be done, they had given us an estimate of up to $1000-$1200. When they came out to do the work, it was much simpler as they were able to rotate the five heads on the original line to gain the needed distance from the new fence.They completed the work in less than an hour and half, and returned promptly the next day for some repair work when we noted one of the valves was leaking. We were very pleased with their flexibility in scheduling; their honesty in completing the job in the simplest manner possible (despite our original acceptance of the higher bid for more complex work); and their speed in returning to repair the leaing valve. We have used Kelly Green since moving into our home 4 years ago and have always been happy with their service, expertise, professionalism and price.

Todd S.
Jun 2010
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,100
From start to finish they were clear on each step. Also went above and beyond to explain maintenance and that we fully understood how the system works.

MARCI C.
Oct 2006
2.0
When I first hired the company several years ago it was a nice, family run business that treated it's customers like family. They were knowledgeable, professional and reasonable. However, recently the ownership changed from the father to the sons. The attitude of the business has also dramatically changed. They are rude and completely unprofessional. I had them out to start out my system. They missed the fact that one of the heads was broken, so I needed them to come back to fix it. They tried to charge me a large amount for this second trip. I called to ask for them to waive the fees, and after listening to the new owner rant/rave and be extremely rude to me, he finally agreed to waive the fees. I refuse to do business with a company that is that rude and unprofessional to their customers. They have lost a long standing customer over this incident.

MARY W.
Oct 2006
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$74
Staff was on time/early for the appointment. They were friendly and polite. They wore foot covers to go down to the basement to turn off the outside water. They worked efficiently. This is the first time Kelly has offered a discount for a September appointment. The scheduler helped me make an appointment in September, which I appreciate.

ELIZABETH L.
Oct 2005
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
DID A GOOD JOB.

MARLENE Z.
Apr 2005
3.0
WHEN PAYING TOP PRICES, I HAVE HIGH EXPECTATIONS, SEEMED TO TAKE THE CUSTOMER FOR GRANTED and DELIVER MEDIOCRE QUALITY
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FAQ

Kelly Green Irrigation Inc is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Kelly Green Irrigation Inc accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

Yes, Kelly Green Irrigation Inc offers free project estimates.

No, Kelly Green Irrigation Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

No, Kelly Green Irrigation Inc does not offer a senior discount.

Yes, Kelly Green Irrigation Inc offers emergency services.

No, Kelly Green Irrigation Inc does not offer warranties.