Alternate Rain is Omaha’s most experienced family-owned sprinkler company. Founded in 1985 by Doug and Jackie Bailey, we’ve spent over 40 years perfecting the art of irrigation—one yard at a time.
ABOUT US
FAMILY OWNED.
COMMUNITY TRUSTED.
40+
YEARS IN OMAHA
500+
HOMES PER YEAR
5★
GOOGLE RATING
OUR STORY
Built on Hard Work & Family Values
Alternate Rain is a family owned and operated company that serves Omaha and all of its surrounding communities. Founded by Doug and Jackie Bailey over 40 years ago, Alternate Rain has grown from a small operation into one of the metro's largest and most reliable sprinkler companies.
We strive to provide knowledgeable, cost effective, reliable, and personal service to all of our customers. We specialize in installing Rainbird sprinkler systems and servicing all makes and brands of irrigation systems — both residential and commercial.
What sets us apart is our commitment to quality that started with Doug and Jackie and continues through their sons — Troy, Taylor, Tanner, and Tristen — who are all active parts of the business today. Every job is owner supervised, every customer is treated like a neighbor.
Our Mission
"To provide every customer with a knowledgeable, reliable, and personal irrigation experience — backed by quality workmanship and the integrity of a family that stands behind every system we install."
Founded in 1985
Over four decades of serving the greater Omaha area — through Nebraska's hottest summers and coldest winters. We've seen it all and know how to build systems that last.
WHY CHOOSE US
What Makes Alternate Rain Different
We're not the biggest company in Omaha — we're the most personal. Here's what that means for you.
Family Owned & Operated
When you call Alternate Rain, you're calling a family business. Doug and Jackie started this company and their sons carry it forward — you'll always deal with someone who has skin in the game.
Owner Supervised on Every Job
Every installation and major service is supervised by an owner of the company. That level of accountability is rare — and it's why our work is consistently done right the first time.
Self-Draining Systems Standard
Our signature self-draining installations let homeowners winterize themselves — no annual blow-out costs. We back every self-draining system with an industry-leading warranty.
Fast, Reliable Scheduling
We know that a broken sprinkler head or a stuck valve can't wait weeks. We work hard to schedule service calls promptly and get your system back up and running quickly.
Fair, Transparent Pricing
We provide free estimates for new installations, and we tell you what a repair will cost before we start. No surprise invoices, no upselling — just honest work at a fair price.
All Brands Serviced
We specialize in Rainbird systems but service all major brands — Hunter, Toro, Orbit, and more. If we didn't install your system, we can still fix it, upgrade it, or replace it.
WHERE WE SERVE
Proudly Serving Greater Omaha
Based in Waterloo, NE, we serve homeowners and businesses throughout the entire Omaha metro area and surrounding communities.
Douglas County
Sarpy County
Surrounding Areas
OUR TEAM
The Bailey Family
Alternate Rain is a true family business. Every member of the team brings the same commitment to quality and personal service that Doug and Jackie built this company on.
Doug
Doug Bailey
Founder, Owner & Service CoordinatorDoug founded Alternate Rain in 1985 and has been at the forefront of irrigation in the Omaha area ever since. He oversees every major job and is the reason the company's reputation is what it is today.
Jackie
Jackie Bailey
Co-Founder & Office ManagerJackie co-founded Alternate Rain alongside Doug and keeps the entire operation running smoothly behind the scenes. She's the first voice many customers hear and sets the tone for the service we're known for.
Troy
Troy Bailey
Installation CoordinatorTroy manages the coordination of new installation projects, ensuring every job stays on schedule and every system is designed and installed to the Alternate Rain standard of quality.
Taylor
Taylor Bailey
Trenching CoordinatorTaylor oversees the trenching operations that are central to every new system installation — making sure lines are run efficiently and with minimal impact to existing landscaping.
Tanner
Tanner Bailey
Installation ForemanTanner leads installation crews on the ground, managing the day-to-day execution of new system builds and ensuring every head, valve, and line is placed exactly right.
Tristen
Tristen Bailey
Service ManagerTristen manages the service side of the business — spring startups, repairs, and winterizations. He's known for his technical knowledge and for going above and beyond for customers.
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