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Irrigation Prices New Zealand
Prices include GST. NZ irrigation systems are commonly used across both residential gardens and lifestyle blocks. Confirm council water restriction rules and confirm if a resource consent is required for bore water irrigation.
Irrigation Prices by Service Type — New Zealand
Prices include GST. NZ irrigation systems are commonly used across both residential gardens and lifestyle blocks. Confirm council water restriction rules and confirm if a resource consent is required for bore water irrigation.
| Service | Unit | From | Average | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Pop-Up Sprinkler System Install (small garden) Supply and install a pop-up sprinkler system for a small residential garden | /job | NZ$900 | NZ$1,350 | NZ$2,000 |
| 🌿Pop-Up Sprinkler System Install (medium garden) Supply and install a pop-up sprinkler system for a medium residential garden | /job | NZ$1,700 | NZ$2,700 | NZ$4,000 |
| 🪴Drip Irrigation Install Supply and install drip irrigation for garden beds and plantings | /job | NZ$700 | NZ$1,250 | NZ$2,200 |
| 🏡Reticulation System Install (full property) Full reticulation system installation across a standard residential property | /job | NZ$2,800 | NZ$4,500 | NZ$7,200 |
| ⏱️Irrigation Controller/Timer Install Supply and install an automatic irrigation controller or timer | /job | NZ$280 | NZ$450 | NZ$780 |
| 🌱Soaker Hose System Supply and install a soaker hose system for garden beds | /job | NZ$220 | NZ$380 | NZ$650 |
| ⚙️Bore Pump Installation Install a bore pump to supply an irrigation system from a bore or well | /job | NZ$2,000 | NZ$3,400 | NZ$5,500 |
| 🔧Irrigation System Repair Diagnose and repair faults in an existing irrigation system | /job | NZ$110 | NZ$220 | NZ$450 |
| 🔄Sprinkler Head Replacement Replace a damaged pop-up sprinkler head including labour and parts | /head | NZ$55 | NZ$95 | NZ$165 |
| ❄️Irrigation Winterisation Drain and protect an irrigation system from frost damage over winter | /job | NZ$130 | NZ$200 | NZ$330 |
| 📐Irrigation System Design Consultation Professional irrigation design consultation for residential properties | /consult | NZ$170 | NZ$330 | NZ$550 |
| 📱Smart Irrigation Controller Upgrade Supply and install a smart WiFi irrigation controller | /job | NZ$450 | NZ$780 | NZ$1,300 |
Irrigation Prices by City
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Auckland
Auckland Region · 1.7M
From NZ$518
Wellington
Wellington Region · 215K
From NZ$486
Lower Hutt
Wellington Region · 110K
Pricing available
Christchurch
Canterbury · 390K
From NZ$149
Hamilton
Waikato · 180K
Pricing available
Tauranga
Waikato · 155K
Pricing available
Dunedin
Otago · 135K
Pricing available
Queenstown
Otago · 50K
Pricing available
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Irrigation prices in New Zealand range from NZ$55 for basic repairs and component replacements to NZ$7,200 for full-property systems and bore pump installations. Prices include GST. NZ irrigation systems are commonly used across both residential gardens and lifestyle blocks. Confirm council water restriction rules and confirm if a resource consent is required for bore water irrigation.
The most common irrigation / reticulation services in New Zealand include pop-up sprinkler system installation, drip irrigation, full-property reticulation, irrigation controller installation, soaker hose systems, bore pump installation, system repairs, sprinkler head replacement, winterisation, and smart controller upgrades.
Install in the off-peak season (autumn or winter) when irrigators have better availability and may offer better rates. Choose drip irrigation for garden beds instead of spray heads to reduce both install cost and water use. Get 2–3 quotes for full-property systems. A smart controller will reduce running costs within 1–2 seasons. Prices include GST. NZ irrigation systems are commonly used across both residential gardens and lifestyle blocks. Confirm council water restriction rules and confirm if a resource consent is required for bore water irrigation.
Requirements vary by region. In New Zealand, any work involving connections to the mains water supply typically requires a licensed plumber. Some regions require irrigation-specific licences. Always confirm your contractor holds appropriate licences and insurance. Prices include GST. NZ irrigation systems are commonly used across both residential gardens and lifestyle blocks. Confirm council water restriction rules and confirm if a resource consent is required for bore water irrigation.
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