Controller Rebates

Commercial RebatesThere are a variety   of weather-based “smart” controllers available for commercial   applications. Whether it is real-time on-site weather data, off-site data   with internet access, historical weather data or on-site monitoring, the new   “smart” controllers leave little room for error.Central Computer Irrigation Controller SystemsRebates are per   station
based on station capacity

Rebates vary by water agency and are subject to change.

These sophisticated   systems are designed for larger irrigated areas such as golf courses, parks,   schools and large commercial complexes. These systems consist of a master controller   (often a PC computer) which tells the valves at remote locations to open and   close. In most cases the central controller is used to program separate   satellite controllers that are closer to the valves.

For example, a city   parks department might have a central control system where the central   controller is located at park headquarters, and separate satellite   controllers are located at each of the city parks. The park department   irrigation supervisor could then turn on (or off) any valve at any of the   parks using the central control at the headquarters. Most of these units do a   lot more- they monitor water flows to detect leaks, can tell if a valve is   broken, adjust watering times based on the current weather, and control many   other additional irrigation components. With smart   controllers installed on your commercial property, you will be able to avoid   over-watering and excessive run-off by scheduling the amount of irrigation   based on the type of landscape and current weather conditions. You can protect   your landscape investment and improve the health and look of your landscape.

Statistics show that as much as 50% of commercial water is   used for irrigation. With many cases of over-irrigation, excessive run-off   and poor landscape planning, water agencies are tapping common sense and   technology to improve water conservation efforts and enhance the health and   beauty of our landscapes.

NOTE: Purchase of new irrigation   controller using weather-based information (either from a suite of sensors,   on-site weather station, or remote data source) to modify irrigation schedule   will qualify for rebates, refer to the approved device list for specific   models. When upgrading existing irrigation controllers to a computerized   central system, rebates are contingent upon installation of approved   technologies enabling the centralized communication system and the ability of   the controller to use weather-based information. Eligible improvements may   include software, communication devices, weather stations, enclosures, master   valves, flow sensors and flow meters.

Click here to view the list of qualifying weather based and central   irrigation controller models.

Save A Buck currently only provides rebates for Weather-Based   controllers. For more information about the Irrigation Association’s SWAT   testing on irrigation controllers, Click here