Irrigation & Water Management Services

Smart Systems for a Sustainable, Thriving Landscape 💧

The health and longevity of your landscape investment rely heavily on precise watering. At Lyle Lavietes Landscape Contractor, Inc., we move beyond simple sprinklers to offer comprehensive Irrigation and Water Management solutions, overseen by a Certified Water Manager. We design, install, and service water-wise systems that maximize efficiency, conserve resources, and ensure every plant receives exactly the moisture it needs to thrive.

Protect Your Landscape & Conserve Water
Surface Irrigation in Agricultural Fields

Precision Irrigation System Design

A healthy landscape requires intelligent water distribution. Our team custom-designs and installs state-of-the-art systems, ensuring optimal water distribution uniformity across all planting zones.

  • Show Answer Custom Watering Systems & Specialized Drip Irrigation Service
  • The core of modern water management is smart control. We install cutting-edge technology that continuously monitors your property and the weather.

    1. Smart Controllers: Wi-Fi enabled controllers that automatically adjust watering schedules based on real-time weather data and forecasted rainfall (Evapotranspiration or ET).
    2. Rain and Moisture Sensors: Devices that instantly interrupt the watering cycle when rain is detected or when the soil moisture content is sufficient.
    3. Water Audits: Comprehensive assessments of your existing system to identify leaks, poor coverage, and opportunities for conversion to low-volume methods.

Drainage & Hydrology Solutions

Water management isn't just about watering; it’s also about what happens when it rains too much. Poor drainage can destroy turf, compromise foundations, and kill plants. Our hydrology experts design solutions to control runoff and prevent standing water.

  1. Landscape Grading: Reshaping the terrain of your property to direct water away from structures and high-value areas.
  2. French Drains: Installation of subsurface drainage systems (perforated pipes wrapped in filter fabric) to collect and channel excess water away from problem areas.
  3. Erosion Control: Utilizing swales, berms, and strategic planting to stabilize soil and manage downhill runoff.
Water-Wise Irrigation

Why Lyle Lavietes for Water Management?

Expertise Led by a Certified Water Manager

We don't install systems that just waste water—we install sustainable landscaping solutions that save you money and ensure the vibrant health of your entire yard. This is guaranteed by our commitment to expertise:

  1. Certified Water Manager Oversight: Every project is designed and commissioned by a Certified Water Manager who applies rigorous industry standards to achieve maximum water efficiency and conservation.
  2. Integrated Design: We understand the connection between high-quality softscaping and effective water distribution, ensuring your plants thrive.
  3. Comprehensive Service: From Spring Startup to diagnostics and repair, our specialized irrigation technicians ensure your system maintains peak performance year-round.
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Significant savings are common. By using a smart controller that utilizes real-time weather data and the Evapotranspiration (ET) rate (the amount of water lost to the atmosphere), our clients often see a 20-40% reduction in water usage compared to standard timer systems. This approach prevents unnecessary watering after rain or during high humidity periods, making it truly water-wise.
  • A regular timer waters on a preset schedule, regardless of conditions. A smart controller is connected to the internet and constantly monitors environmental factors, including temperature, rainfall, and wind. It automatically adjusts the watering cycle and duration daily, providing true precision irrigation tailored to the needs of your planting zones.
  • The most obvious signs are standing water, consistently mushy or damp turf long after a rain event, or water collecting near your home’s foundation or driveway. If you notice persistent puddles or basement seepage, our experts can assess the issue and install targeted solutions like French drains or implement specific landscape grading to control runoff.
  • We highly recommend two professional maintenance appointments annually. The first is Spring Startup, where we check for damage, adjust all sprinkler head alignment, and program the water management schedule. The second is Winterization (or blowout), which is essential to clear all water from the lines to prevent freezing and cracking damage during cold weather.
  • We offer both installation and comprehensive upgrades. If you have an older, inefficient system, we can retrofit it with modern components, including smart controllers, rain sensors, and converting outdated sprinkler heads to water-saving drip and micro-irrigation for targeted plant care. This is a cost-effective way to transition to sustainable landscaping.

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Regular mowing, fertilization, and yard cleanup

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Professional Landscaper Serving Simi Valley, Ventura County, San Fernando, and surrounding areas

Lyle Lavietes Landscape Contractor, Inc proudly serves homeowners in Simi Valley, CA, and surrounding areas, including the Southeast Ventura County. Whether you’re located in the Simi Valley or nearby communities, we’re here to help you transform your home's outdoor spaces.

What our customers

say about our services

Lon DeYoung 4/15/2025

We contacted Lavietes Landcape to assess our project of landscaping and irrigation for the front yard and building an outdoor fireplace . After looking over the job he worked with my wife to come up with a conceptual plan. We were then given a written contract for all work to be performed which was concise and easy to understand . The job was done on time, no surprises, and the work was impecccable. We are now enjoyng our new outdoor living area ... continue reading

Lori D. 12/11/2024

Lyle was available even if he was busy, and he was attentive and detail-oriented. He cares about his work product, which has become a rarity. Our yard was in very sad shape and Lyle brought it back to life with a variety of plants, flowers, and trees. The workers left the space clean at the end of each day and the project got done on time. We can't wait for the weather to get nicer so we can fully enjoy it!

Linda O. 9/16/2024

Lyle Lavietes recently completed a project including sprinklers, tree plantings and redoing the parkway at my home. Lyle and his crew were professional, timely and did an excellent job. I would definitely use them again and will recommend to anyone that needs any landscape project.

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Contact us today to schedule a water efficiency audit or to design a new, smart irrigation system.

Give us a call today: (805) 584-6444