One of the most impactful upgrades a Calgary homeowner can make to an existing irrigation system is converting spray zones that water garden beds into drip irrigation. Drip delivers water directly to plant roots, eliminates evaporation waste, and dramatically reduces water use for beds filled with perennials, annuals, and shrubs. J.G. Irrigation does conversion retrofits on existing Calgary systems throughout the season.
Spray-to-Drip Conversion — Calgary Benefits and Costs
| Metric | Spray Zone | Drip Zone |
|---|---|---|
| Water efficiency | 60-75% (evaporation + overspray) | 90-95% (delivered at root zone) |
| Weed promotion | High — wet soil surface grows weeds | Low — only soil at emitter site is wet |
| Leaf disease risk | Higher — wet foliage from spray | Lower — water goes to soil, not leaves |
| Retrofit cost (existing zone) | N/A | $200-$600 per zone (parts + labour) |
A typical Calgary garden bed zone conversion removes the existing pop-up spray heads and installs a 1/2″ drip mainline with inline emitters spaced at each plant location. A pressure regulator and filter are added at the valve to protect the drip system from Calgary's municipal water pressure. Call J.G. Irrigation at 587-433-4795 to get a quote for converting your Calgary spray zones to drip.
Spray-to-Drip Conversion Calgary — $200-$600 per Zone
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