Irrigation upgrades · California

PCWA Irrigation Efficiencies Rebate

Run by Placer County Water Agency (PCWA)

OpenLast checked October 17, 2026
What you get
Up to $500 per residential meter (parts only; labor not included)
Maximum
$500 per household
Who qualifies
Residential and nonresidential PCWA treated-water metered customers with account in good standing; existing in-ground systems only (new installs not eligible); one rebate per meter; not retroactive.
Where
Treated-water customers of Placer County Water Agency.
Status
Open. First-come, first-served until funding ends (accessed 2026-10-17)
Type of payment
Bill credit
Official program page

What you do

Upgrade an existing in-ground sprinkler system with efficient equipment such as drip conversion, rotary nozzles, pressure regulators, check valves or a flow sensor.

Requirements

  • Submit 5 pre-project photos of the existing operating system before work; wait for approval
  • Eligible items: drip conversion (2.0 gph or less per emitter), low-precipitation/rotary nozzles (1.5 in/hr or less), pressure regulation, replacement of leaking parts, flow sensors, auto control valves/manifolds
  • Micro-sprays and bubblers not eligible; incidentals (wire, valve boxes, tape, glue, weed mat) excluded
  • Paid itemized receipts required; contractor labor itemized separately, licensed C27, D12 or C36 contractor if hired; DIY allowed
  • Complete by October 31, 2026; keep compliant for 5 years or rebate may be charged back
  • Material cost not above MSRP

How to apply

  1. 1Submit online application at pcwa.net with 5 photos of existing system (running, manifolds shown)
  2. 2Wait for approval email after virtual pre-inspection
  3. 3Do the upgrade
  4. 4Submit post-project documents: 5 post photos and receipts/invoices
  5. 5Credit applied to treated water bill after virtual (and possible onsite) post-inspection

Timing and deadlines

Not published

Project complete by October 31, 2026

Combining it with other programs

Can be paired with Smart Controller and Lawn Replacement (separate programs)

Sources

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