Should I Even Bother Fixing
This Coppell Sprinkler System?
Should you even bother fixing this Coppell sprinkler system?
That’s the real question running through your mind, isn’t it?
Your irrigation system is acting up—maybe a zone won’t turn on, water pressure seems weak, or the controller is misbehaving.
And you’re wondering if it makes sense to invest in sprinkler repair or if it’s time for full replacement. We hear this all the time from Coppell homeowners. After three generations of working on local irrigation systems, we’ve learned that the right answer depends on your system’s condition, not a one-size-fits-all rule.
Sometimes repair is the smart move, other times replacement is the only practical choice—and knowing which is which is part of what we do best.
When Sprinkler Repair in Coppell Makes Sense
If your Coppell sprinkler system is under 15 years old and only showing isolated issues—a broken head, a bad valve, or a failing controller—repair almost always makes financial sense. These are normal wear items, and fixing them restores full operation at a fraction of the cost of new installation.
Even older systems can often be repaired. A 20-year-old system with solid design and good coverage might just need new valves, an updated controller, and a few replaced heads. An $800 to $1500 sprinkler repair is a reasonable investment compared to $8000 to $12000 for full replacement.
When we evaluate Coppell sprinkler systems, we consider five main factors: system age, overall condition, original installation quality, extent of current issues, and likelihood of more failures ahead. A single valve repair on a well-maintained system is an easy call. But if we’re replacing multiple valves on a system already showing pressure loss and poor coverage, we’ll help you weigh whether continued repair is still worth it.
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Recent Jobs and Reviews in Coppell, TX
Job Locations and Reviews
Exceptional service
Replacing a rain bird spray head with a rain bird 10 ‘ quarter undercut nozzle
Replacing a Hunter valve
Repaired bad wire connection at controller for zone 6 and replaced indoor connectors at valve for waterproof connectors instead.
Checked water meter for water usage, no leaks observed on sprinkler main line nor house line, wet area in front flower bed might be cause due over watering and/or not enough sun on area for soil to dry out enough, advised customer to cut down watering time and to seek advised into installing a drain to help with wet area, tested system, added one micro spray head on zone 5 for extra water on one plant that is not getting enough water, adjusted spray heads and rotary heads to water in right direction, cleaned up couple of clogged nozzles, checked and adjusted entire system with 9 stations.
A picture of a meter box that was reinstalled to high!
Replacing rain bird spray heads
Quickly went to work found problem immediately, & fixed it. Very professional!!
Replaced 1” valve in backyard that was leaking constantly causing a wet spot in lawn and could have cause an increment in water bill.
Located and replaced 1” valve on zone 1 that was not coming on, replaced couple of broken heads on zone 6 in backyard, adjusted with proper height and nozzle, raised up one spray head on zone 6, cleaned up couple of clogged nozzles, adjusted spray heads to water in right direction, checked and adjusted with 6 stations.
Replaced 1” valve on zone 5 that waters around pool that was leaking constantly causing wet spots in lawn and could have cause an increment in water bill, left DCA off per customer request.
Repairing a mainline leak
Checking spray heads in a parkway strip
Keith was great. Personable and professional.
Cutting out an original master valve that is leaking from the top and replacing it with a 1” rain bird valve.
Dug up, repaired and buried 1” main line leak in front yard that was leaking constantly causing a wet spot in lawn and water running down street that could have cause an increment in water bill, tested one station in backyard behind pool and replaced one broken head, adjusted with proper height and nozzle.
Tested system, replaced 3 spray heads that were broken, adjusted with proper height and nozzle, cleaned up couple of clogged nozzles, checked and adjusted entire system with 8 stations.
Turned DCA back on, plumber turned it off when running new house line, tested system, replaced 2 spray heads that were broken, adjusted with proper height and nozzle, cleaned up couple of clogged nozzles, adjusted spray heads and rotary heads to water in right direction, checked and adjusted entire system with 5 stations.
Repaired drip line leak on zone 1 by left corner of garage, replaced missing valve box lid in same area
Moved two valves on zones 5 and 6 away from tree to avoid future damage per tree roots, also rerouted lateral lines for same reason, checked and adjusted entire system with 8 stations.
Prompt and fast
Rebuilt 2” valve in front yard that was leaking constantly causing a wet spot in lawn and could have cause an increment in water bill.
Tested system, found that rain sensor is not working, customer choose not to replace rain sensor at this time, repaired lateral line leak on zone 10, adjusted spray heads and rotary heads to water in right direction, cleaned out couple of clogged nozzles, checked and adjusted entire system with 10 stations.
Tested system, replaced 3 broken heads, adjusted with proper height and nozzle, changed out two nozzles for better coverage, cleaned up couple of clogged nozzles, adjusted spray heads to water in right direction, checked and adjusted entire system with 8 stations.
Tested system, replaced one broken head on zone 4, adjusted with proper height and nozzle, cleaned up couple of clogged nozzles, adjusted spray heads to water in right direction, checked and adjusted entire system with 5 stations.
Evaluated main line leak in front yard, main line leak is under a big tree root, advised customer that is better to move to sprinkler lines to avoid future main line leaks due tree roots, customer request an estimate to do so.
Replaced controller using controller that was provided per customer, tested all 13 stations making sure everything comes on.
A leaking spray head with the system off will be a failing valve for this zone
Repairing an exposed zone line where rabbits chewed the PVC pipe
Great Job
Good dependable and effective
I had numerous repairs required for my sprinkler system. All work was done quickly at a great price.
He was very quick in diagnosing the issue and fixed it right away.
Fast, knowledgeable and professional
Prompt, competent & polite at a reasonable cost.
Eric took care of all our sprinkler issues… he was efficient, professional, and very knowledgeable. We will definitely request Eric for any future sprinkler needs and I highly recommend American Sprinkler Repair.
Excellent and efficient service. Arrived on time and did great quick work.
So I just shared with 20 friends by text that American Sprinkler company has the corner on sprinkler repair and service. I wish every service company had a Keith Winders. He is very compentent, knowledgeable, efficient, thorough and very nice and pleasant to work with.
Keith is absolutely fantastic. Professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. Always a pleasure to catch up with Keith, I learn so much beyond sprinklers. Very valuable advice and recommendations. Highly recommended.
Keith is always great. Professional, easy-going, and extremely knowledgeable. I always feel better and have a peace of mind after a cold winter to have Keith inspect my sprinkler system before the hot summers. Highly recommended.
When Coppell Sprinkler Replacement Is the Better Choice
Sometimes repair just doesn’t make sense. If your system is 25 years old or more, has outdated technology, poor coverage, and mounting repair costs, you’re likely better off investing in a new system. Spending $2000 this year, $1500 next year, and $1800 the year after that is just paying for replacement in installments while living with an unreliable system.
Installation quality also plays a major role. We often inspect Coppell sprinkler systems that were poorly designed from day one—valves buried in inaccessible spots, undersized piping, or too few zones for the property. Repairing parts on a flawed foundation only prolongs frustration.
In those cases, starting fresh with proper installation saves more in the long run.
We’ll always give you our honest recommendation. We’re not here to sell unnecessary replacements, but we also won’t encourage costly sprinkler repairs on systems that have reached their limit. Our reputation depends on advice that truly serves your interests.
Get Straight Answers About Your Coppell Sprinkler System
You’re wondering whether your Coppell irrigation system is worth repairing or if replacement makes more sense. That’s a fair question, and you deserve a clear answer based on real evaluation. We’ll inspect your system, explain your options, and help you decide what’s best for your property.
Call us for an honest sprinkler repair Coppell TX assessment. We specialize in repairs only, so our recommendations are unbiased. If your system can be fixed cost-effectively and will perform reliably, we’ll tell you and complete the work. If replacement is the smarter long-term move, we’ll say so openly even though we don’t handle installations.
Our 70+ year family reputation is built on honesty and precision. We’ve evaluated thousands of Coppell irrigation systems and know how to separate those worth repairing from those ready for replacement. Call today for straightforward guidance and quality sprinkler repair.