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Admirable Works
4.9(
18
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"My lawn is beautiful. Carlos worked so hard replacing my sprinklers and evening my yard. The sod placement was perfect and I couldnâ t be happier."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Rainbow Landscaping
4.5(
79
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rainbow Landscaping did an amazing job on our yard. They put in a new lawn, flower garden, and irrigation. They also cleaned up our side yard by trimming some overgrown ferns and a tree. The plants they choose really compliment the yard and turned it from an embarrassment into a gem. The team was very responsive, listened to my vision, and then executed it beyond what I could picture. Do yourself a favor and call Rainbow for your next landscaping project."
Recently completed project for a client remodeling their home!
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+180

Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Sprinkler Geeks
4.8(
17
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"EDDIE,Came on time, TEXTED ME THAT HE WILL BE AT MY HOME AT 7:00am tomorrow,Told him the problem three sprinklers valves not being used off since 8 years ago! But one was leaking?? I want them all out caped and removed ,Eddie did that Gone !! Found out my system was hooked up on the line before the house shut of so I would have to shut off at the meter at the Street !! If there ever was a leak told me the shut off valve after the meter nice to know!!! Track homes !! And then looked at the 3 valves that were active but only used one , Had water wise landscaping no lawn !! Just DG Sand and Rock design one sago palm but old valve was starting to leak Had Eddie remove 3 old valves and He installed 1 new valve/With filter. Cleaned both sites up like nothing was ever DONE !! A PRO JOB FOR SURE!! AND 5 year warranty if anything goes wrong with what they did !! I CAN SLEEP GOOD TONIGHT THAT EVERYTHING WAS DONE THE RIGHT WAY !! THANKS SPRINKLER GEEKS !!!👍🏼👍🏼"
Backyard Upgrade
Prepping Groundwork
Plants & Gravel
Added Lavender
Gravel & Plants

+16

Response time9 hrs
Response rate87%
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gardens Tune Up
5.0(
15
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"This was my first time using Angie's list and it was very helpful. I selected Gandens Tune Up to help me with my sprinkler and valve problems. They came out very quickly and accurately analyzed my problem. I had some sprinkler values that were no longer in working condition. They installed four new valves and reset my timer controller box . What I liked best about their service was that they answered all my questions very patiently and accurately. I am also telling my neighbors what a great experience it was dealing with Jonathon and Felipe. They believe in service to the customer."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate95%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
RSF Construction Inc.
1.0(
1
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

RSF Construction Inc. is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

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Wilhelm Sprinkler Co
4.6(
87
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have approximately 900 square feet of grass in my back yard that had deteriorated steadily over the last ten years despite quite a bit of attention from me and my lawn care providers.  Tom and a team of five tore out the existing grass, tilled the remaining soil, replaced several broken sprinklers, deposited a lot of new soil, and laid down new sod.

The whole process took about a day and a half.

During the sod installation, a wire in my landscpare lighting was accidentally cut.  Tom came back and fixed the problem a few days later."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
Tom's Environmental Care
4.9(
118
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The project was broken into three phases, and we've now completed the first two with the third being completed over the next few weeks.  The first phase--clean-up was perfect--his crew was right on schedule, were a delight to work with, amazingly helpful and trustworthy.   An A+, and exactly to the approved cost estimate.
Phase Two: landscape design, choosing materials and plants....Tom hit it out of the park with his tireless commitment to painstakingly conceptualize, design, and select individual plants one by one.  We worked together on ideas, met at nurseries to make final selections, and he would make revision after revision until he felt it was perfect.  Another A+.
Phase Three: installation. Now that the plants have been placed throughout the yard and all other material: stones, ground covers, mulch, etc. has been selected, all  installation will be done over the next week.  I'm 100% certain it will be another A+---that's the only way Tom and his crew operate.
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Recommended by99%of homeowners
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The Good Plant, Inc.
5.0(
5
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Good Plant provided standout customer service from the first phone call I had with John. John happily agreed to come and survey our backyard and gave us professional advice regarding dimensions and what would be the most quality materials to use. John and his son were able to complete the job quickly and efficiently. I would recommend The Good Plant for any job; big or small."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Irrigation Pros
4.6(
11
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Great pricing. Fernando came out to my home, replaced all my broken sprinklers and tuned up my drip sprinklers. Now my sprinkler system is running efficiently without leaks. Will definitely hire again."
Leaking Valve Replaced
Valve Replaced
Leak underneath concrete slab.
Sprinkler Repair and Tune Ups
Installed a new 4 zone automatic timer.

+101

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for lawn and garden sprinkler system installation projects in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

While drip irrigation systems have higher upfront costs, they can save you money in the long run. By delivering water directly into the soil with minimal evaporation and runoff, drip irrigation systems conserve water and improve efficiency. This means better performance and results for your landscaping, and cost savings over the system's lifespan.

Yes, irrigation systems can add value to your home, especially when installed with high-quality materials and a solid design. A well-irrigated landscape enhances curb appeal and can attract potential buyers. However, poor design or installation may reduce performance and even decrease your property's value. Hiring an expert for installation and performing regular maintenance is key to securing the long-term benefits.

A local irrigation professional can help you check your drip irrigation system to make sure it's in good shape. You'll want to make sure the water pressure is in a good range, repair any leaks as soon as possible, and cover the cost to winterize your sprinkler system as recommended by your irrigation contractor.

A drip irrigation system lasts between 10 and 15 years. This lifespan is determined by the quality of materials, the precision of installation, and regular professional maintenance. Unlike traditional sprinkler systems that can last up to 50 years, the thinner piping used in drip systems is more sensitive to UV exposure and environmental wear. Proper upkeep and timely repairs enhance durability and ensure consistent irrigation performance.

Drip irrigation is best suited for plant beds, containers, greenhouses, and row crops. It supplies water directly to individual plants, ensuring precise moisture control where it is needed most. For areas with simple layouts, above-ground systems work efficiently, while subsurface installations may be cost-prohibitive in spaces with extensive tree roots or irregular terrain. Proper planning maximizes the benefits of drip irrigation across a variety of applications.

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