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Sprinkler and Irrigation Leak Detection and Repair in Castle Rock, CO
Soggy patches, sputtering heads or a water meter that moves when everything in the house is off. We find the exact leak in your sprinkler system, show you what failed and repair it, so you stop paying to water the ground.
Why It Matters
Why sprinkler leaks matter in Castle Rock
Irrigation is over three-quarters of summer water use here, so a leak in a zone line or valve can cost far more than one in the house. Castle Rock also moved to Stage 2 drought restrictions on July 21, 2026, with two watering days a week by address and Tier 2 outdoor budgets cut by 50%. Water you lose underground is water you can’t use on your lawn. Check crgov.com for the current stage.
3/4+
of summer water use here is irrigation
Stage 2
drought restrictions since July 21, 2026
2 days
of watering a week, by address
50%
cut to Tier 2 outdoor budgets
Signs of a sprinkler or irrigation leak
A soggy, muddy or sunken patch in the lawn when the system is off
A zone that comes on with weak pressure, or heads that sputter
Water pooling around a head, a valve box or the backflow device
A meter that moves with every fixture in the house off
A bill that rises in summer more than your watering explains
A strip of lawn that stays greener than the rest
⏱ Quick Check
The 2-minute check
1
Turn off every fixture in the house and check that the sprinkler system is not running.
2
Look at the meter's low-flow indicator. If it moves, water is leaking.
3
Shut off the irrigation system's supply and check the meter again. If it stops, the leak is in the sprinkler system. If it keeps moving, the leak is somewhere else.
Do not leave a meter pit lid open in cold weather.
Common Failure Points
Where sprinkler systems leak
Broken or cracked heads
Often from mowers, foot traffic or freezing.
Zone valves
That stick open or weep.
Underground zone lines
That crack or pull apart at a fitting.
Drip lines
That get cut or clogged.
The backflow preventer
Especially after a hard freeze.
Pressure too high
Which strains every head, valve and line.
Our Methods
How we find the leak
We check the meter first, then isolate the irrigation system from the house. From there we test zone by zone, listen for the sound of escaping water, check pressure and trace the buried line to the exact spot. You get photos and a marked location, not a guess.
1
Check the meter
2
Isolate irrigation from the house
3
Test zone by zone
4
Listen and check pressure
5
Trace the line to the exact spot
You get photos and a marked location, not a guess.
What we repair
- Replace broken heads and fittings
- Repair or replace failed zone valves
- Fix cracked or separated zone lines
- Repair drip lines
- Address pressure problems that keep stressing the system
If the system is old or has several failing parts, we tell you when replacing a zone makes more sense than another patch.
Winter and the sprinkler system
Freeze damage often shows up in spring, when the system is turned back on. Uninsulated lines and the backflow device are the first to suffer. A leak found right after start-up costs less than one that runs all summer.
How It Works
What happens when you call RidgeLeak
01
Tell us what you're seeing.
Wet spots, weak zones, bill changes.
02
We book the visit.
Same-day when we have an opening.
03
We check the meter and isolate the system.
We separate sprinkler leaks from house leaks.
04
We locate the leak.
Zone by zone, then the marked spot.
05
You get the report.
Photos, the location and repair options in plain words.
06
You decide.
We repair it, or you choose your own landscaper or plumber.
Pricing
Affordable, with the price upfront
We keep sprinkler leak work affordable and give you the price before we start. The cost depends on how many zones are involved, how deep the line is and what needs replacing. No surprises.
What the cost depends on
How many zones are involved
How deep the line is
What needs replacing
Service Area
Serving Castle Rock and nearby areas
We find and repair sprinkler and irrigation leaks throughout Castle Rock, including The Meadows, Founders Village, Crystal Valley Ranch and Terrain, and in Castle Pines.
Soggy zones, sputtering heads or a summer bill spike?
We find and fix sprinkler and irrigation leaks fast, with a clear price quoted upfront.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about sprinkler leaks in Castle Rock
How do I know if my sprinkler system is leaking?
Check for soggy or sunken patches when the system is off, weak or sputtering zones and a meter that moves with the house shut off. Shutting off the irrigation supply and checking the meter again tells you whether the sprinkler system is the source.
Can a sprinkler leak raise my water bill?
Yes. Irrigation is over three-quarters of summer water use in Castle Rock, so a leak in a zone line or valve can add up fast. Castle Rock Water bills in tiers, and water above your budget is charged at a higher rate.
What do the Stage 2 drought rules mean for my sprinklers?
As of July 21, 2026, Castle Rock is in Stage 2, with two watering days a week by address and Tier 2 outdoor budgets cut by 50%. Restrictions can change, so check crgov.com for the current stage.
Can you fix a sprinkler leak without digging up the lawn?
We mark the exact spot so only a small area is opened, then restore it. A bad head or valve box usually needs very little digging.
Should I turn off my sprinklers if I suspect a leak?
Yes. Shut off the irrigation supply and call us. Do not run the system while you wait, because every cycle sends more water into the ground.
Will Castle Rock Water adjust my bill for a sprinkler leak?
You may qualify for a leak adjustment. Check your bill’s eligibility with Castle Rock Water. Keep a written record of the leak and the repair, and ask what documents they want, since we cannot promise a credit.
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