What are the different types of lawn irrigation?

<div>Lawn irrigation is the process of getting water to your lawn, grass and all, for it to grow. There are five main types of lawn irrigation methods:<ul><li>Manual irrigation puts you in charge of the flow of water. Using a sprinkler head on your hose is best to evenly distribute the water across your entire lawn. This doesn’t take much time but requires you to be physically outside holding the hose. </li><li>Above-ground sprinklers attach to your hose and rotate or oscillate around your lawn. Since these are above-ground, they’ll need to be moved when it’s time to mow, and depending on the size of your property, you might need to move it around your yard for full coverage. </li><li>In-ground sprinklers are flush with the ground when not in use but pop up above the ground level when it's time to water the lawn. Piping for these sprinklers is all found underground, and there are different <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/sprinkler-head-types-and-sprinkler-repair.htm">types of sprinkler heads</a> for different uses and lawn sizes. </li><li>Drip irrigation involves drip lines that are more efficient than sprinklers for more extensive lawns. This involves a lot of digging since they are installed underground, but it makes it easy for you to mow.</li><li>Rainwater collection and irrigation uses nature’s precipitation to water your lawn. This option might not be available in every area since semi-reliable rainfall is needed, though the barrels for this system can range from 15 gallons to 10,000 gallons or more.</li></ul></div>

How often should I run my lawn irrigation system?

<div>Even though having a lawn irrigation system to water your lawn is efficient, you do not want to run it daily. It’s best to run your system two to three times a week. The length of time to run your system varies on factors like wind, temperature, and the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/tips-choosing-right-type-grass-your-yard.htm">variety of your grass</a>, but 10 to 20 minutes each time is generally preferred. If you water too frequently, you’ll drown your grass and plants.</div>

Top 10 Best Lawn irrigation specialists in Killeen, TX

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Last update on August 12, 2025

Reviewed in January 2025
I couldn’t be happier with the service I received from! From start to finish, their team was professional, punctual, and incredibly knowledgeable. They took the time to assess my yard’s specific needs and designed an irrigation system that has completely transformed how my lawn and garden look....
Turnaround Landscape and Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2024
Aimeer was super helpful and very thorough during the job. Went the extra mile instead of finding quick fixes that would break down and walked me through what he was doing so that I had knowledge of what was happening. Highly recommend working with them and will definitely be calling for more...
Turnaround Landscape and Construction, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
Sprinkler system tune-up. Hugo's performance was timely, thorough and professional, I would recommend him to anyone needing sprinkler system service.
TRU Irrigation
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Reviewed in January 2024
A knowledgeable business that gets the job done accurately, from sprinklers to Christmas lights. You will not be be disappointed, I highly recommend!
K&J Sprinkler Services LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
They installed our sprinklers when we built our house. We were happy to find out they did holiday decorations also. Our house looked BEAUTIFUL with the outdoor Christmas lights! Great attention to detail and awesome service!
K&J Sprinkler Services LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Could not have been more satisfied with my holiday decorations and irrigation install. Great work and prices as well. Highly recommend K&J Sprinkler Services!
K&J Sprinkler Services LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
Justin and his crew are amazing to work with. We use them for our holiday lighting and irrigation at our house. They come in clutch on the irrigation side when we needed some help on one of our plumbing jobs. Always remember the smooth roots are not supposed to be cut. Thanks Justin for always...
K&J Sprinkler Services LLC
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Reviewed in January 2024
K & J Services is an excellent service company. At 73 years old I have used a lot of service company's over my life. This young team deliver old time professional excellence in service! God Bless'um!
K&J Sprinkler Services LLC
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Reviewed in October 2023
A few years ago they came out and installed a sprinkler system at my home. Despite the hard rock they had to trench through, they were very fast and efficient making the most out of the working conditions. They were in and out the same day. Workers are very neat and clean, making sure they left...
TRU Irrigation
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Reviewed in November 2011
The repair man was late coming to the house, so I had to go to work and did not see him as he fixed the sprinklers. When I came back from work, the lines had been fixed to my satisfaction and soon after, the lawn grew back.
Advanced Sprinkler & Drainage Repair
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Lawn irrigation specialists in Killeen

All American Pro Services

All American Pro Services

Customers say: Quick response

52 local quotes requested

25 years of experience

Your satisfaction is very important to us, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule a free estimate today.

"I entered into an agreement with Adam to install an irrigation system and sod at my home. We agreed to a lump sum for both jobs, with me paying his requested amount for the irrigation system and the remainder to be paid when the sod was installed. The irrigation system was installed and that work paid for, but the morning that the sod work was scheduled to be done, I received a text from Adam saying that he was cancelling the work because he had thought about it and decided that I was not paying him enough for the work. It seems to me like Adam agreed to sod installation (which was a good price) to win my business for the irrigation system (which was market price). This is bad business and a bad way to treat people, especially customers."

Bobby C on March 2025

Reyes Landscaping Company

609 Prairie Dell Church Rd

Reyes Landscaping Company

609 Prairie Dell Church Rd

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

41 local quotes requested

At Reyes Landscaping Company we are committed to making our customers' lawn and garden aspirations a reality. With over 10+ years of experience we pride ourselves in delivering excellent work and uphold ourselves to a high standard work ethic and professionalism. We are a family-owned business that offers routine lawn care services, landscaping brick and stonework, sod installation, tree trimming and removal, paver patios, walkways, and more. We look forward to working with you in making your yard a place to enjoy. Please call or text to schedule a free estimate!

"The whole project went well. I am very happy with the way it turned out. I plan to hire them again for future projects."

Esther B on August 2024

"The whole project went well. I am very happy with the way it turned out. I plan to hire them again for future projects."

Esther B on August 2024

Diamond Irrigation And Backflow LLC

Diamond Irrigation And Backflow LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

51 local quotes requested

We are a Texas based irrigation company. We are available to help with all your lawn irrigation, repair and installation, back flow repair and lighting landscaping & more. Call today!

"Very efficient - they're quick to respond and then visit to diagnose/fix the problem, I'd definitely use them again."

John S on August 2025

We are a Texas based irrigation company. We are available to help with all your lawn irrigation, repair and installation, back flow repair and lighting landscaping & more. Call today!

"Very efficient - they're quick to respond and then visit to diagnose/fix the problem, I'd definitely use them again."

John S on August 2025

Brother's Landscaping & Tree Service

Brother's Landscaping & Tree Service

293 local quotes requested

13 years of experience

 With 9 years of experience and a stellar local reputation, we specialize in Landscaping & Tree Services. Contact us at (254) 931-4127 or (254) 931-0713 for a FREE project estimate. Let's transform your outdoor space!  3 Principles Our Company Operates By: 1.) Take Responsibility 2.) Work Efficiently 3.) Deliver Quality

"Got quotes fair price first was going to be extra because of all the leaves that needed to be picked up and extra trim leaves were never picked up, then next schedule date no show a week later they came by only did the back because they were running late and would come back the following week to do the front yard that never happened. When I called their office and explained this to the lady she stated she would talk to owner and would get back to me that never happened then a couple of weeks later one of their works knocked to see if I needed service I stated the above and said yes please he started to blow the leaves out front five minutes later they were gone and paid each time. I called their office and this time I spoked to the owner he stated the same as the lady before him and I got the same results no replies and now they avoid my calls."

John G on May 2025

Turnaround Landscape and Construction, LLC

Turnaround Landscape and Construction, LLC

Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

157 local quotes requested

Turnaround Landscape and Construction, LLC specializes in landscape and irrigation services. We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Right on time. Did great work. Will use again."

Dana M on March 2025

"Right on time. Did great work. Will use again."

Dana M on March 2025

Customers say: Terrific value

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

56 local quotes requested

Ramirez irrigation established in 2008, We offer comprehensive irrigation products and serve, local point of contact, and competitive pricing; a combination that makes us a leader in the irrigation industry.

"Professional, clearly know what they are doing"

Roberto R on August 2025

"Professional, clearly know what they are doing"

Roberto R on August 2025

Garcia Yard Service

19600 Blake Manor Rd, Manor TX 78653

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Garcia Yard Service

19600 Blake Manor Rd, Manor TX 78653

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8 years of experience

I sale and install sod grass (Bermuda, St Augustine, palisade.) I am cheap and affordable. I have great prices just check out my page www.garciayardservice.com My job is to satisfy you or your clients need I sale good quality sod grass.

King Edwards Landscaping

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King Edwards Landscaping

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Here at King Edwards Landscaping we specialize in maintenance of your yard,may it be cutting, trimming and edging or whatever your yard needs.With over 10 years experience we can help.Free estimates

Max Power Rooter and Plumbing LLC

1214 Lilac Ledge Dr

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Max Power Rooter and Plumbing LLC

1214 Lilac Ledge Dr

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Max Power Rooter and Plumbing LLC has a simple vision; to provide you with the best plumbing experience by offering you plumbing repair options that you can afford. We offer emergency after-hours services at a fair price. Our story begins with me growing up and learning the plumbing trade from my father. My father had his own plumbing business and showed that hard work, dedication, and helping people was the best way to live a happy and fulfilling life. I learned a lot from my father about plumbing and life through the years. Today I have continued his legacy of hard work, dedication to excellence, and helping people by providing them with the best plumbing experience by offering fair prices, providing the best warranties available, and plumbing repair options that people can afford. Call us today at 254.383.9820!

"George was very communicative throughout the process, showed up during the agreed upon timeframe, and got oue toilet repaired quickly. He was very courteous and professional with my wife and son (I was at work). Would recommend!"

Antjuan P on July 2024

We specialize in backflow testing and repair, we strive to make backflow testing an easy and customer prioritized experience. Our licensed tester has been testing for years.

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FAQs for lawn irrigation projects in Killeen, TX

While watering your lawn by hand might save you money upfront, installing and using a lawn irrigation system does save you money over time. You are less likely to overwater your lawn with a professional irrigation system, which will cause a reduction in water usage. These systems use the right amount of water without waste. In addition, watering your lawn the correct amount will also help prevent different fungi from growing, saving you money in fungi removal costs.

Lawn irrigation is the process of getting water to your lawn, grass and all, for it to grow. There are five main types of lawn irrigation methods:

Manual irrigation puts you in charge of the flow of water. Using a sprinkler head on your hose is best to evenly distribute the water across your entire lawn. This doesn’t take much time but requires you to be physically outside holding the hose.
Above-ground sprinklers attach to your hose and rotate or oscillate around your lawn. Since these are above-ground, they’ll need to be moved when it’s time to mow, and depending on the size of your property, you might need to move it around your yard for full coverage.
In-ground sprinklers are flush with the ground when not in use but pop up above the ground level when it's time to water the lawn. Piping for these sprinklers is all found underground, and there are different types of sprinkler heads for different uses and lawn sizes.
Drip irrigation involves drip lines that are more efficient than sprinklers for more extensive lawns. This involves a lot of digging since they are installed underground, but it makes it easy for you to mow.
Rainwater collection and irrigation uses nature’s precipitation to water your lawn. This option might not be available in every area since semi-reliable rainfall is needed, though the barrels for this system can range from 15 gallons to 10,000 gallons or more.

Even though having a lawn irrigation system to water your lawn is efficient, you do not want to run it daily. It’s best to run your system two to three times a week. The length of time to run your system varies on factors like wind, temperature, and the variety of your grass, but 10 to 20 minutes each time is generally preferred. If you water too frequently, you’ll drown your grass and plants.

The cost of a lawn sprinkler system is $2,550 for the average homeowner. However, this price can range from $350 to $5,000 or more, depending on the type of sprinkler system you install, the size of your yard, and the type of sprinkler heads you choose. For example, rotating or oscillating sprinkler heads are more expensive than stationary ones, making the cost for one sprinkler head $2.50 to $30 each. Likewise, a yard that is 1/4 of an acre in size averages a total average price of $2,460; however, a one-acre yard averages a cost of $9,840.

The total time it takes to install a lawn irrigation system is roughly one to two days. This includes digging trenches for any necessary underground piping, placing the piping, wiring, sprinkler heads, and valves, and connecting your sprinkler system to your water supply. If you have a lawn larger than one acre, or if there are any municipality regulations that extend the project, you can expect the timeline to be closer to two days.