Sprinkler Repair in Lake Highlands, Dallas TX
A lot of Lake Highlands sprinkler systems went in when the house was new, and that was 40, 50 or even 60 years ago. Original valves wear out, old controllers lose their programs, and replacement parts for some vintage brands are hard to find. Dallas Sprinkler Shield keeps these systems running: we repair what is worth saving, replace what is not and modernize the parts that waste the most water. Call (214) 447-6649 for a free estimate.
Aging systems, rolling lots
Keeping Older Lake Highlands Systems Alive
Lake Highlands grew one subdivision at a time, from the late-1950s ranches near White Rock Lake to the 1970s and 80s homes farther north toward LBJ. Many of those houses still run their first irrigation system. By now the valve diaphragms are stiff, wire splices in the valve boxes have corroded and some heads are models nobody makes anymore.
The neighborhood also rolls more than most of Dallas, with street elevations that change by around 50 feet. On these lots, an old system with worn parts tends to leak at the low end and underperform at the high end. We sort out which pieces still have life in them and which ones are costing you water every week.
- Valve diaphragms and solenoids
- Wire splices in every valve box
- Controller age and program backup
- Head models and parts availability
- Leaks on the downhill side of zones
- Rain and freeze sensor (city required)
(214) 447-6649
Free Sprinkler Repair Estimate
(214) 447-6649
Our Email ID
info@dallassprinklershield.com
Our Address
1823 Atlas Dr, Dallas, TX 75216
1950s to 2000s homes
- Brass and plastic valves
- Controllers and timers
- Obsolete heads and nozzles
- Main and lateral line leaks
Honest Repair Advice for Lake Highlands Homes
Not every old system needs to be ripped out. Often the pipe in the ground is fine and the problems are in the parts you can see. We handle valve repair and replacement, head replacement with modern equivalents and leak repair on aging lines.
If your controller is older than your kids, a smart controller is one of the best upgrades you can make. It adjusts to the weather, follows the Dallas watering schedule automatically and lets you run a zone from your phone while you look for the problem.
Bring an Older System Up to Today's Dallas Rules
When many Lake Highlands systems were installed, there was no twice-a-week limit and no requirement for rain or freeze sensors. Today Dallas requires both, and sprinklers cannot run between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. from April through October. We bring older systems into line: we add or replace sensors, program the right days for your address and fix the leaks and overspray that can lead to complaints. If a repair involves replacing your backflow device, we arrange the required backflow test, too.
Free Sprinkler Repair Estimate
(214) 447-6649
- Free system evaluation
- Sensor install or replacement
- Written quote before any work
We Fix Old Systems Instead of Upselling New Ones
Our job is to get your yard watered properly at a fair price. If a repair makes sense, we repair. If a part is past saving, we will show you why and give you options.
Parts on hand
Common valves, heads and fittings stocked on the truck to finish in one trip.
Straight answers
We tell you what is worth repairing and what is not, before you spend.
Modern upgrades
Smart controllers and efficient nozzles that cut water use on older systems.
Serving Every Corner of Lake Highlands
Lake Highlands stretches from Northwest Highway and White Rock Lake up to the Richardson line, and from White Rock Creek over to the Garland border. We cover the whole area, including Old Lake Highlands, Highland Meadows, the neighborhoods around Lake Highlands Town Center at Skillman and Walnut Hill, and the streets off Abrams, Audelia, Forest Lane and Royal Lane.
We serve the 75218, 75231, 75238 and 75243 ZIP codes.
Zone that will not shut off, controller that keeps resetting, or a valve box full of water? We see it every week in Lake Highlands. Call (214) 447-6649 and we will get it sorted.
Five Repairs Lake Highlands Systems Need Most.
Age is the biggest factor in this neighborhood. These are the failures we find most often on long-running systems.
Valves that weep
Worn diaphragms replaced so zones shut off fully.
Dead zones
Corroded splices redone with waterproof connectors.
Lost programs
Old timers replaced with smart, weather-aware controllers.
Mismatched heads
Old models replaced with matched, modern nozzles.
Low-end leaks
Downhill line breaks found and repaired.
Lake Highlands Sprinkler Questions
Common questions from homeowners with older systems. Call (214) 447-6649 for anything not covered here.
My system is from the 1970s. Is it worth repairing?
Often, yes. Buried pipe can last a long time. The parts that usually fail are valves, heads, wiring and controllers, and those can be replaced without rebuilding the system. We will tell you honestly if it makes more sense to redesign.
Can you find parts for an old brand?
In most cases we replace discontinued parts with modern equivalents that fit the existing plumbing. You do not need to stay with the original brand.
Do I really need a rain and freeze sensor?
Yes. The City of Dallas requires them on automatic sprinkler systems. Many older Lake Highlands systems never had one. We can add one during your repair.
Will a smart controller save water?
For most older systems, yes. It skips watering after rain, adjusts for the season and keeps you on your assigned watering days without you reprogramming anything.
Give Your Older System a Second Life.
We will inspect every zone, tell you what is worth repairing and put the price in writing before we start.
Get Your Lake Highlands System Checked.
Fill in the form and we will call back to set a time. Want to talk now? Call (214) 447-6649.
- (214) 447-6649
- info@dallassprinklershield.com
- 1823 Atlas Dr, Dallas, TX 75216