How Much Does a Sprinkler System Cost in Michigan

Your lawn and landscape are bright green with the arrival of Spring, but Summer is just around the corner, and forecasts are calling for hotter-than-average temperatures in 2024. If you’re considering installing a sprinkler system, a logical question to investigate early in the buying process is, “How much does a sprinkler system cost in Michigan?”

Although the answer is, “It depends,” you can expect to pay between $3,700 and $8,600 for a residential irrigation system with an average-sized lawn. If your lot is an acre or more, the sprinkler system cost can range from $6,000 to $10,000. Let’s break down the factors affecting the price range.

Factors Affecting Sprinkler System Cost

The average home typically requires 6-10 zones for efficient and effective coverage. You may want additional drip zones for landscaping and gardens. Larger lots run typically up to 16 or 18 zones.

Sprinkler system companies will consider the following when preparing your cost estimate:

• The size of the area you want to irrigate. Many residential homes in Michigan have about ¼-acre of lawn, but larger homes can have more than 1 acre and require a more extensive sprinkler system. Some estimates focus on the square footage of the area needing water, with prices ranging between $0.20 and $1.00 per square foot.
• The number of hydrazones in your irrigation design. The average home needs three to six hydrazones for effective and efficient water coverage. You may want more zones if your design calls for a drip water system for your garden and a different water schedule for landscaping. Larger lots may require up to nine zones.
• Your water source, and flow rates from that source affects the number of zones required for your irrigation system. Whether you are watering from city water, a well with a submersible pump or a pump pulling water from a lake, the more water you have to work with, the fewer zones required.
• The installation permit cost for your community. Municipalities vary with permit requirements, but typical permits can range
  $ 80-$ 200.
• Besides yard size and water source, there are many other factors that will influence irrigation system pricing. Is the lawn established? Or is it new construction with no turf that has to be saved. If there is no grass that needs to be saved it will be less labor intensive. Is the yard wide open? Or chopped up into smaller section? Are there utilities to work around? Is there access to the yard for our machines. Soil type, elevation change, and tree roots play a factor in pricing a new irrigation system too.

Benefits of Investing in a Residential Sprinkler System

The sprinkler system cost does represent a significant upfront investment in time and money. With the right design, however, your irrigation system will minimize water use and support year-round water conservation, saving you money if you pay for water. If you have a lake or a well water source, an in-ground sprinkler system prevents over or under-watering, keeping your lawn and landscape in consistently good condition.

Call Sanderson & DeHaan for Your Sprinkler System Cost Estimate

The Sanderson & DeHaan team provides free sprinkler system design and installation estimates. Connect with us today to schedule your appointment and get ready to enjoy a reliable sprinkler system for a lawn you’ll love!