Installation, Repair & Calibration for Gulf Coast Properties
Most irrigation systems go unnoticed until a high water bill arrives or grass starts showing signs of damage. By that point, a miscalibrated zone or a failing rotor head may have already wasted thousands of gallons or caused root damage. Along the Gulf Coast, where intense summer heat alternates with unpredictable storms, a system not adjusted for local conditions wastes water after rain events and under-delivers during dry stretches.
Sexton Lawn & Landscape has served residential and commercial properties throughout Mobile since 2004, treating irrigation as a technical focus within a full-service outdoor care practice. Our dedicated crews handle new system design, diagnostics, seasonal recalibration, and repairs. Because the same team managing your irrigation also manages your turf health and soil conditions, we calibrate every system around what your specific lawn actually needs, not generic run times.
Irrigation calibrated to your specific turf type can make a measurable difference in lawn health and monthly water costs. Call (251) 351-3079 or contact us online to schedule an irrigation estimate in Mobile, AL.
What Our Irrigation Services Include
We offer the full range of irrigation services Mobile property owners need, from initial design through ongoing care. Our AL Certified landscape professionals assess each property individually before recommending a system, and our technicians receive ongoing training to stay current on installation standards and diagnostic techniques.
New System Design & Installation We design and install systems tailored to your property’s layout, turfgrass type, plant material, and soil conditions. Every installation includes the components and zone configuration your landscape actually requires.
Service Calls & Repairs We respond to service calls for broken or clogged sprinkler heads, leaking valves, low-pressure zones, flooding, poor coverage, and controller programming errors. Service calls are $125 plus flat-rate pricing for any repairs identified.
Wet Checks A wet check confirms your system is operating properly across every zone. It’s the fastest way to catch coverage gaps or pressure problems before they damage the landscape.
Irrigation Maintenance Programs We offer two maintenance programs structured around different levels of time, need, and budget. Both include trained technician inspections to catch problems before landscape damage occurs, along with controller adjustments to proper seasonal settings for water efficiency. Annual plans also include scheduled preventive visits and priority scheduling for service emergencies.
Why Watering Frequency Matters
One of the most common irrigation mistakes is watering too often but not deeply enough. Short, frequent cycles keep moisture near the soil surface, encouraging grass roots to stay shallow. Shallow roots struggle during dry spells and often fail under peak summer heat in Mobile. Watering deeply but less frequently encourages root systems to grow deeper into the soil, producing a stronger, more drought-tolerant lawn.
Timing strengthens that effect. Running your system early in the morning, before sunrise, takes advantage of cooler temperatures and lower wind speeds to reduce evaporation. It also allows the grass to dry faster, lowering the risk of fungal disease that thrives in coastal humidity. Our watering guidelines go deeper on timing and technique for Gulf Coast lawns.
How Turfgrass Type Determines Sprinkler Calibration
Different grasses in Mobile have different water needs, and a system set for one type won’t perform for another. We calibrate every system around the specific turfgrass on the property.
Water Requirements by Grass Type
Bermuda and centipede grass generally need around one to one and a half inches of water per week. Zoysia typically falls in the same range. St. Augustine is more demanding and can require up to one and a half inches per week during the hottest parts of the year.
Sprinkler Head Calibration & Rain Sensors
We calibrate run times based on the sprinkler head type in each zone. Static spray heads typically run ten to twenty minutes per cycle. Sweeping rotor heads need twenty to forty minutes to deliver the same water volume. We also integrate electronic rain sensors to prevent the system from running after rainfall. It’s an important feature given how frequently coastal storms move through the Mobile Bay area.
The Cost of Deferred Irrigation Maintenance
Irrigation problems that go unaddressed grow into larger ones. A single clogged nozzle can create a dry spot that stresses turf for weeks before it’s visible. An underground leak can run for months, adding cost to your water bill before the source is found. Controllers left on the wrong seasonal settings keep delivering the same water volume regardless of changing weather, leading to waste or underwatering. Regular inspections catch these issues early, protecting the landscape investment you’ve already made and keeping water use aligned with what your turf actually needs.
Whether you need a new installation, a repair, or a seasonal checkup, our team is ready to help. Call (251) 351-3079 or contact us online to schedule Mobile irrigation services today.
Why Choose Sexton Lawn & Landscape?
Personalized Professional Service
Our trained team creates tailored care plans for every property, backed by responsive communication and a strong reputation for dependable results.
Year-Round Lawn Health
We go beyond basic maintenance with fertilization, weed control, soil analysis, turf disease management, and irrigation services designed to keep lawns thriving.
Local Expertise Since 2004
Serving the Alabama Gulf Coast for over two decades, we understand the region’s climate, soil, and plant challenges and deliver solutions that truly work.
Complete Outdoor Care
From lawn health and irrigation to maintenance and custom landscape design, we provide comprehensive solutions that keep your property beautiful year-round.
What Our Valued Customers Are Saying
At Sexton Lawn & Landscape, your satisfaction is our priority! See for yourself what our customers have to say about working with us.
"Made Sure Everything Was Done Properly"
Pam was professional, extremely helpful & patient with us from the beginning. She did an excellent job designing our yard & advising us on the best thing to do
- Lesley M.
"Professional, Honesty, Timely"
After Covid, I pretty much gave up Hope for good customer service until I met the Crew at Sexton.
- Stacy W.
"Boy Did They Deliver!"
I really can’t say enough about this team. From Pam’s vision to Wes, Adalid, and Logan’s implementation this was perfection!
- Dede R.
"Great Experience!"
I received a quote from a few landscaping companies, but Brandon with Sexton was so knowledgeable about my concerns and saw my vision, while also not breaking the bank
- Tyler M.
"Hard Work and Professionalism"
We so appreciate their hard work and professionalism.
- Denise D.
"Done Right, Fast"
If you want it done right, fast, and for the right price CALL THIS PLACE!!!
