REPAIRS

Sprinkler System
Repair in Omaha

Broken head? Leaking valve? Cut line? Alternate Rain has been diagnosing and repairing all brands of irrigation systems in the Omaha metro since 1985.

Repair Services

Irrigation Repairs We Handle in Omaha

We service all major brands of irrigation equipment. If it's broken, we can fix it — fast.

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Control Valve Repair & Replacement

Leaking or stuck valves wasting water or leaving zones dry. We repair or replace all valve brands and sizes.

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Sprinkler Head Repair & Adjustment

Broken, clogged, or misaligned heads causing dry spots or flooding. We repair, replace, and precisely adjust coverage.

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Backflow Preventer Repair

A leaking or malfunctioning backflow preventer can cause system issues. We service and repair backflow preventers for all system types.

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Cut or Damaged Line Repair

Fence installation, landscaping, or digging accidents cut lines all the time. We locate and repair breaks quickly and cleanly.

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Controller Reprogramming & Upgrades

Incorrect watering schedules waste water. We reprogram and optimize your controller, or upgrade you to a WiFi-ready smart controller.

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Drip Irrigation Repair

Clogged emitters, split tubing, or failed pressure regulators in your drip system — repaired by our experienced technicians.


Pool Installations

Getting a Pool? Your System Needs a Redesign

With more pools going in across the Omaha area, irrigation redesigns have become one of our most common services. A new pool doesn't just disrupt lines — it changes your entire yard layout.

Locate and repair irrigation lines disrupted during pool excavation

Redesign zones around the new yard footprint

Add or remove zones as needed for new coverage

Reposition heads for full, even coverage of remaining areas

Reprogram controller to reflect updated zone layout

Work alongside your pool contractor or after install is complete


Smart Upgrades

Water-Saving Smart Upgrades

While we’re out servicing your system, we can also add Rain Bird smart upgrades that help your system water smarter — not harder.

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Rain Bird LNK2 WiFi Module

A plug-in upgrade for compatible Rain Bird controllers. Manage schedules from anywhere, set rain delays, and save up to 50% on water usage. MUD $75 rebate available.

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Rain Bird WR2 Rain & Freeze Sensor

Automatically shuts off your system when it rains or temperatures drop toward freezing. Saves up to 35% on water usage. MUD $75 rebate available.

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Smart Controller Upgrades

If your current controller is outdated, we can upgrade you to a WiFi-ready Rain Bird controller with remote access, flow monitoring, and weather-based scheduling.



Our Process

Our Repair Process

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Call or Request Online

Call our office or submit a service request online — we'll reach out to get you scheduled promptly.

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Diagnose & Repair

Our technician diagnoses the problem and gets to work. For larger repairs, we provide an estimate first.

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Full System Check

We complete the repair and run your full system to confirm everything is working correctly.

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Advise & Complete

We advise on anything else we notice so there are no surprises later. No hidden issues left behind.


Common Repair Questions

Absolutely. We service all brands of irrigation systems in Omaha, regardless of who installed them—Hunter, Rain Bird, Toro, Orbit, and more.
We do our best to schedule service calls promptly. During peak season (spring and fall) scheduling may take up to a week—booking early in the season helps. Call us at (402) 289-4019 for current availability.
Yes—this is one of the most common repairs we do. We locate the cut, access the line, and make a clean repair that restores full pressure to the affected zones.
A broken head usually shows up as a single wet or dry spot in one area. A valve problem typically affects an entire zone—all heads in that zone will either fail to turn on or won't shut off. Our technicians diagnose both quickly.
Customer Reviews

What Our Customers Say

Trusted by Omaha homeowners and businesses for over 40 years.

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Great local company! Tristen does a great job on his service calls and always fixes the problems without any delays.

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Brad E. Service Client
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Great communication, showed up as scheduled and able to fix my problem, very knowledgeable. You’re not in business for 35 years without knowing what you are doing!

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Matt M. Long-time Customer
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Tristen diagnosed our problem and quickly resolved the issue. Great service, recommend to all!

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Gary M. Repair Client

Is your sprinkler system not working right?

Don't let a small problem turn into a big repair bill. Schedule a service call and we'll get your system back in shape.

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