Lawn Sprinkler & Irrigation FAQs
When you are considering an underground lawn sprinkler system or need service for one you already have, it is normal to have questions. At Real-Green Underground Lawn Sprinkler Service, Inc., we want homeowners to understand their options and feel comfortable contacting us when they need sprinkler or irrigation service.
Our family has been in the lawn sprinkler and irrigation business for 40 years. We provide system installation, repair, winterization, and spring activation throughout Chicago and surrounding communities within approximately 35 miles.
Below, we have answered some of the questions homeowners commonly have about our company and services.
Frequently Asked Questions
Browse our common questions below. Every property and irrigation system is unique, so if your specific scenario isn't covered, reach out to our family directly.
How long has Real-Green been in business?
We have 40 years of experience in the lawn sprinkler and irrigation industry.
Real-Green was originally started by the previous generation of our family and later carried forward by the family. Today, we remain a family-owned and operated company serving Chicago and surrounding communities.
What sprinkler and irrigation services do you provide?
We provide a range of services for new and existing lawn irrigation systems.
Our primary services include lawn irrigation system installation, lawn irrigation system repair, underground lawn sprinkler system installation, underground lawn sprinkler system repair, sprinkler system winterization, and spring activation.
This allows homeowners to contact us whether they are considering their first system, need repairs to existing equipment, or require seasonal sprinkler service.
Do you install new lawn irrigation systems?
Yes. We provide lawn irrigation system installation for homeowners who want to make routine lawn watering more convenient.
An underground irrigation system can reduce your dependence on hoses and portable sprinklers. Instead of repeatedly moving watering equipment around the yard, you have a dedicated irrigation system for your property.
Do you install underground lawn sprinkler systems?
Yes. Underground lawn sprinkler system installation is one of our primary services.
Our family brings four decades of hands-on sprinkler and irrigation experience to installation work throughout our Chicago-area service radius.
Can you repair an existing sprinkler or irrigation system?
Yes. We provide both lawn irrigation system repair and underground lawn sprinkler system repair.
If your system is no longer operating the way you expect, contact us and explain what you have noticed. We can evaluate the situation and determine what requires attention.
Does a sprinkler problem mean I need a completely new system?
Not necessarily.
A problem with one part of an irrigation system does not automatically mean that the entire system must be replaced. Our repair services focus on evaluating the existing system and determining the appropriate next step based on what we find.
If you are unsure what your system needs, you do not have to diagnose the problem yourself before calling us.
Why should I consider an underground sprinkler system?
For many homeowners, the biggest advantage is convenience.
Hand-watering can involve repeatedly dragging hoses around the property, positioning portable sprinklers, and moving them to different sections of the lawn.
An underground sprinkler system gives your property a dedicated irrigation solution, helping reduce the time and effort involved in regular lawn watering.
Do sprinkler systems need winterization in Chicago?
Chicago experiences freezing winter temperatures, so underground sprinkler and irrigation systems need seasonal preparation when the watering season ends.
We provide sprinkler system winterization to help prepare irrigation systems for the cold months.
We recommend thinking about winterization as the lawn-watering season winds down rather than waiting until freezing winter conditions are already established.
Do you provide spring sprinkler activation?
Yes.
When warmer weather returns, we provide spring sprinkler system activation to help get irrigation systems back into operation for another lawn-watering season.
Customers can call us for both fall winterization and spring activation.
What areas does Real-Green serve?
We are based in Chicago, IL 60618 and generally serve properties within approximately a 35-mile radius.
Our service area reaches Chicago and many surrounding Chicagoland communities, including areas around Evanston, Skokie, Lincolnwood, Niles, Park Ridge, Des Plaines, Glenview, Northbrook, Oak Park, Elmwood Park, Schaumburg, Elmhurst, Oak Brook, Downers Grove, Wheaton, and nearby areas.
What if my town is not listed on your website?
Call us.
The locations listed on our website are examples and are not intended to represent every community within our service radius. Tell us where your property is located, and we can confirm whether service is available.
Is Real-Green family owned and operated?
Yes. Our family history is an important part of who we are.
The company began with the previous generation of our family and was later carried forward by the family. We are proud to continue the business and the experience built over the past 40 years.
Do you primarily work with homeowners?
Our services are focused on helping homeowners who want a convenient way to water their lawns or need help with an existing underground sprinkler or irrigation system.
If you have questions about whether we can accommodate a particular property, contact us and tell us what you need.
How do I request sprinkler or irrigation service?
Call us at (773) 975-0081 or email realgreenirrigation@gmail.com.
Tell us where your property is located and whether you need installation, repair, winterization, or spring activation. If you are calling about an existing system, it is also helpful to explain what you have noticed.
Our regular business hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM–6:00 PM.
Have Another Lawn Sprinkler Question?
Every property and sprinkler system can be different. If your question is not answered here, contact our family directly.
With 40 years of lawn sprinkler and irrigation experience, Real-Green is here to help homeowners throughout Chicago and surrounding communities with installation, repair, winterization, and spring activation.