FAQs

Water can be conserved when watering your lawn by installing a smart irrigation system. This system utilizes the latest irrigation technology, such as using low-gallon nozzles instead of standard ones. Additionally, a system redesign may be necessary to ensure optimal efficiency.

A smart irrigation system helps conserve water by utilizing water-saving features and technologies. For example, using low-gallon nozzles instead of standard ones can significantly reduce water usage while effectively covering the same area.

Installing a smart irrigation system can reduce water bills by conserving water. Using water-saving features, such as low-gallon nozzles, can result in substantial savings on water consumption. The overall water bill can be significantly lowered by reducing the amount of water used for irrigation.

Some technologies used in a smart irrigation system include low-gallon nozzles, designed to release only half the amount of water as standard nozzles while still covering the same area. These systems may also incorporate other advanced technologies to ensure optimal efficiency and water conservation.

Yes, a system redesign is sometimes necessary to ensure that a smart irrigation system operates at its highest efficiency level. This redesign may involve assessing the layout and components of the existing system and making adjustments or improvements to ensure optimal water usage and conservation.

The Rachio Wireless Flow Meter can alert you of high or low flow rates through email and the Rachio app. These notifications are available for both the Home screen and individual zones.

Once you activate your Rachio Wireless Flow Meter, your Rachio app’s home screen will display water usage in gallons or liters instead of minutes. You will receive an error message if the flow meter cannot read your system’s flow rate or detect leaks. You will also receive a notification via email or the Rachio app if the flow meter fails to work.

You get a 2-year limited warranty with the Rachio Wireless Flow Meter as part of the Rachio Smart Watering System. For details, click here.

The Rachio Lawn Sprinkler system supports up to two backflow preventers and one Rachio 3 controller. We recommend installing one flow meter per backflow preventer to ensure optimal function. Please note that the maximum number of backflow preventers allowed is two, with two Wireless Flow Meters and one Rachio 3. 

With the help of flow sensor irrigation technology, you can efficiently monitor your irrigation system and identify any necessary adjustments or issues that need to be addressed.

• How much water have I used since the last irrigation?
• Is the system applying the right amount of water?
• Are there any changes in the flow rate during the season that I need to adjust to?
• Is the system flagging issues like clogs, leaks, or other problems?