Aqua Commercial Irrigation

At ACI, we understand the importance of a well-planned and efficiently executed irrigation system for any landscape or site development project. As experts in the field, we offer a wide range of services designed to meet the unique needs of our clients, from irrigation master planning to the installation of central control systems.

Irrigation Master Planning

Our team at ACI provides comprehensive irrigation master planning services to guide the installation of irrigation infrastructure in the early stages of site development. This process involves evaluating proposed landscape plans, local evapotranspiration rates, plant types, landscape area square footages, and irrigation efficiencies to develop estimated irrigation water use projections. These projections help determine required peak period flow rates and total annual water requirements, which are then used to evaluate potential water sources and determine water point of connection locations and sizes.

We prepare a "Water Source Master Plan" drawing that graphically delineates irrigation points of connection and the landscape area served by those connections. Additionally, we develop a "Roadway Sleeving Plan" that indicates all required roadway sleeve crossing points and the sizes of the required sleeving to accommodate future irrigation piping, wiring, and communication cabling. A "Control System Master Plan" is also created, showing the locations of proposed irrigation controllers and the area served by individual controllers, as well as other related equipment if the system is centrally controlled.

Irrigation Construction Drawings and Specifications

Our team at ACI also provides detailed irrigation construction drawings prepared in AutoCAD format. These drawings are designed with landscape and site factors in mind, including consideration of plant type, growing characteristics, exposure, topography, maintenance requirements, soil type, and irrigation installation method. We prepare irrigation construction details for appropriate components as necessary to communicate the intent of the design and identify the basic components of installed irrigation equipment assemblies.

Technical irrigation specifications are prepared, including detailed material requirements, installation procedures, required testing, walk-through, and final acceptance criteria, and general irrigation conditions, utilizing the C.I.T. standard specification format. Drawings are prepared to conform to the governing agencies' requirements, with all review comments addressed promptly and accurately.

Irrigation Construction Observation and Guidelines

During the installation of the irrigation system, ACI provides construction observation to ensure conformance to the irrigation plans, details, and specifications. Any deviations are noted in detailed reports provided to the project owner and/or prime consultant.

We also provide Irrigation Standard Guidelines, Specifications, and Standard Details for Community Developments and Governmental Agencies. Standard Guidelines describe the intended direction of irrigation design for a project or community. Irrigation methods and materials are generally described, with any unique irrigation situations delineated graphically. Standard Specifications and Details establish conformance criteria by which to measure irrigation design, water conservation goals, and installations against. The specifications describe the irrigation materials and methods that are to be used in the installation of irrigation systems. The Details provide a graphical representation of the acceptable installation of irrigation assemblies and the required components of each assembly.

Irrigation Central Control System Evaluation and Existing System Evaluations

At ACI, we understand the importance of selecting the right central control system for large sites. We aid in the selection process by pre-selecting Central Control Systems most suited for a particular project. We then evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of those potential systems for the client, taking into account the level of system control desired, the familiarity of central control to existing or potential maintenance personnel, the features of the system, and the material, installation, and support costs.

Additionally, we provide water use evaluations to homeowner associations looking for ways to reduce their consumption of water and related costs. Evaluations include a water use projection based on the existing landscape and irrigation methods to establish a baseline of potential water use using good management practices. This projection is then compared to actual historic usage derived from past water agency billings, to determine what potential for savings exist. If desired, recommendations for additional water-saving methods, materials, and techniques will be developed, creating a comprehensive plan for water conservation and cost reduction.

At ACI, we are dedicated to providing top-quality irrigation services that meet the unique needs of our clients. Whether you're planning a new site development or looking to optimize your existing irrigation system, we have the expertise and resources to help you achieve your goals efficiently and effectively.