Sprinkler Repair, Blowouts & Installation in Fort Collins
Repairs, fall blowouts, spring activations and new systems from a local Fort Collins crew.
Irrigation & sprinkler services
From spring start-ups to the sprinkler blowout Fort Collins yards need before the first hard freeze, Lotic handles sprinkler repairs, installs and winterization.
- Irrigation and Sprinkler Repair
- Water feature Maintenance
- New Installations and Designs
- Custom and Unique Water Solutions
- Controller Upgrades
- Mapping and Locating
- Water Efficiency Upgrades
- Smart Controller Set-up
- Auto fills and other water transfer set ups
- Pump station maintenance and replacement.
- Rainwater Catchment Services.
- Sprinkler Blowout
- Winterizations
- Sprinkler Services
Annual sprinkler checklist
- Sprinkler spring activate or start up.
- Seasonal adjustments
- Head and nozzle adjustments
- Drip leak repair
- Sprinkler lateral repair
- Smart Controller Upgrade
- Sprinkler blowouts
- Sprinkler Services
Water-smart irrigation
At Lotic we focus on water saving techniques that allow homeowners to keep the yard they love while limiting and reducing the water use. We will help to change landscapes and make recommendations on plant and tree selections. Our goal at Lotic is to get the community used to thinking more about their usage and trying to live more within their means. We love educating and personalizing irrigation and sprinkler systems. We provide low use drip solutions that allow a large amount of plants, trees, and shrubs to prosper in our arid climate. We have discounts for off season work.
Sprinkler service rates
Service Calls
$128 for scheduled visits. We like to provide estimates for repairs that will exceed $308. Both, verbal or formal estimates are provided for jobs at clients request.
Activations: Residential
$128 for the first 6 zones then $10 for every 3 valves after that. Plus Materials
Basic activate includes
Basic adjustment of rotors, and spray heads. Leak analysis and repair. Along with suggestions and controller programing.
Commercial Activations and Service calls
$165 per hour for commercial irrigation service and repair. Other commercial work, like installs and seasonal contracts, is quoted per property. See commercial services.
Blow outs: residential (late-season pricing)
$164 up to 6 zones. Add $10 every 3 zones after that, i.e. 7-9 zones $174, 10-12 zones $184, etc. Late-season pricing is in effect as of October 15, 2026.
Early-season blowouts
$128 for up to 6 zones, plus $10 every 3 zones after that, for blowouts booked before October 15.
Commercial blowouts
$188 Up to 8 Zones $6 a zone after that.
Complex wiring and leak detection
$165 per hour.
Seasonal Adjustments
Usually 2-3 per year each $128 for an hour long visit. During this hour on site we will go through each zone and test that the system is operating properly. We will make any adjustments that are necessary and program the controller for the appropriate time of year. Any additional notes or suggestions will be provided to the client for review.
Activations, service calls & warranty
During activations and service calls we will walk the system and look for overall system health. We check for leaks and make repairs in the time allowed. Most days the schedule is set for 1 hour visits for activations. Bigger jobs will be scheduled for an appropriate day.
We adjust the controller and set it for seasonal watering.
We will take notes and provide estimates for work/maintenance that is needed. Our goal is to get the irrigation system watering accurately and efficiently. We will treat your irrigation system like it is our own, we strive to provide hassle free service. We warranty all workmanship for 2 years and materials for 1 year.
Irrigation comes in many forms, we have extensive experience in how to operate and set up complex systems. These can include pump stations, solar, and other multi-source applications. If you have a water source available to you, we have a solution on how to optimize and utilize this source. Most times we get a better reaction out of plants and trees when we use a non-potable water source. Plants and trees can react negatively to chlorinated water. During the hottest parts of the year a plant will not recover from a droopy state. This just requires time as the water will keep the plant alive, once it cools down and natural moisture takes hold the plants will recover.
Drip, water features & drainage
Call us today and set up a consultation and we can see what water improvements we can make on your site.
We specialize in outdoor water repairs and services including sprinklers, drip, water features, drainage, controllers, valves, emitters, retrofits, conversions, sprinkler blowouts, and irrigation blowouts.
Don’t forget to winterize your water feature and winterize your pump We are ready to help.
Do not forget that if neglected our irrigation and sprinkler systems will need costly repairs down the road. Don’t wait though, we can help turn your sprinkler system into a prime example of responsible sprinkler ownership.
We may provide discounts for winter work to get you ahead for next year. Set up your appointment with Chris today.
Sprinkler blowouts in Fort Collins
Water left in your lines freezes and cracks pipes, valves, and backflow preventers. A blowout pushes it out with compressed air so your system survives a Northern Colorado winter. Plan for late September through mid-October, before the first hard freeze, and book early: slots fill fast once cold weather is forecast. Full details and pricing are on our sprinkler blowout page. Read our guide to blowout timing in Fort Collins.
Sprinkler service FAQ
When should I blow out my sprinklers in Fort Collins?
First frost usually arrives in early October and a hard freeze by mid-October, so book from late September through mid-October. Blowout slots fill fast once cold weather is in the forecast.
How much does a sprinkler blowout cost?
Late-season pricing is in effect as of October 15, 2026: residential blowouts are $164 for 1 to 6 zones, plus $10 for every 3 additional zones (7 to 9 zones $174, 10 to 12 zones $184). Commercial blowouts are $188 for up to 8 zones, plus $6 per zone after that.
What is included in a spring activation?
We turn the system on, adjust rotors and spray heads, run a leak analysis and repair leaks in the time allowed, program your controller for the season, and leave suggestions for any other work. Most activations are scheduled as one-hour visits.
Do you warranty your work?
Yes. We warranty all workmanship for 2 years and materials for 1 year.
Do you install new sprinkler and drip systems?
Yes. We design and install new sprinkler systems, low-water drip irrigation, and smart controllers, and we upgrade older systems to use less water.
Do you service commercial properties?
Yes. Commercial irrigation service and repair is $165 per hour, commercial blowouts start at $188, and installs and seasonal contracts are quoted per property. Pump stations and multi-source systems are welcome.
What areas do you serve?
Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Timnath, Wellington, and Laporte, Colorado.
Need sprinkler help?
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