We recently wrapped up a major irrigation project for a stunning Waikato lifestyle property with 4-5 acres of lawn. Keeping that much grass green takes serious planning, so we installed a fully automated Hydrawise irrigation system—making watering effortless with just a tap on the app.
This was a true team effort, involving trenching, transporting and positioning water tanks, plumbing, fittings, electrical work, and plenty of hands-on. The system includes underground piping, multiple water tanks, and over a thousand sprinklers, with each irrigation zone running 40 sprinklers at a time—all controlled automatically by the Hydrawise smart system.
The screenshots below show just how detailed the control is through the Hydrawise app. Each zone can be adjusted individually, but the real beauty of the Hydrawise system is its automation. Once programmed, it runs on its own—adjusting watering times based on the weather. On hotter days, it waters longer; if rain is forecast, it skips a cycle to avoid wasting water.
This setup keeps the property’s massive lawns looking perfect year-round without the hassle of constant manual adjustments. A fantastic result for a big project!
