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No-Cost Water Efficient Programs
Tune-up Program
This program provides you an opportunity to improve the efficiency of your current sprinkler system. We have contracted with Conserv Inc. to manage the following program. If you are interested in any of the other services they offer, please visit Conserv Inc. For more inforation and to sign up call (909) 987-2591.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
- Valve replacement (1 valve with new wiring)
- Sprinkler repair (raise/replace/adjust up to 6 pop-ups/nozzles)
- Repair one minor lateral irrigation line break (restrictions apply)
- Flushing or replacing drip irrigation couplers and emitters (up to 6)
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be the homeowner
- Must be the first time the property is participating
Small Site Controller Upgrade Program
(Eligible for customers with 1/4 acre or less)
This program provides you an opportunity to replace your old sprinkler timer with a new, water efficient device, installed by a landscape professional. The evaluation and efficient device are FREE (up to a $1,000 value per landscape). Some restrictions may apply. We have contracted with Conserv Inc. to manage the following program. If you are interested in any of the other services they offer, please visit Conserv Inc. A mandatory introductory video and short quiz is required to participate. For more information and to sign up call (909) 987-2591.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
- An outdoor water use evaluation (Landscape Survey) performed by a certified professional
- Installation of a Hydrawise weather-based irrigation controller
- Professional training on your new controller
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be the homeowner
- Must be the first time participating
- Must have an operating sprinkler system
- Site must have a minimum of 500 square feet of landscaped area
- Property size must be less than a quarter acre (less than 10,500 square feet)
Large Landscape Retrofit Program
(Eligible for customers with 1/4 acre property or more)
This program provides you an opportunity to replace your old sprinkler timer with a new, water efficient device, installed by a landscape professional. The evaluation and efficient device are FREE (up to a $1,500 value per landscape). Some restrictions may apply. We have contracted with Conserv Inc. to manage the following program. If you are interested in any of the other services they offer, please visit Conserv Inc. For more information and to sign up call (909) 987-2591.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
- An outdoor water use evaluation (Landscape Audit) performed by a certified professional
- Installation of high efficiency sprinkler nozzles (small devices that are inserted into your existing sprinkler heads)
- Installation of a Hydrawise weather-based irrigation controller
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be the homeowner
- Must be the first time participating
- Must have an operating sprinkler system
- Property size must be more than a quarter acre (10,500 square feet or more)
Pressure Regulator Valve Program
(Eligible for customer with high water pressure only - 80 PSI or greater)
This is a non-emergency replacement program with a wait time of approximately 6-8 weeks. CVWD is offering the PRV program to assist customers with high indoor water pressure by replacing or repairing faulty PRVs (resitrictions apply). CVWD has contracted with EcoTech Services to complete this regional program. If you are interested in any of the other services they offer visit EcoTech Services. For more information and to sign up call (909) 987-2591.
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
- A pressure test and inspection of existing PRV
- Repair or replacement of an existing PRV
- All work completed by a certified plumber
REQUIREMENTS:
- Indoor water pressure must be greater than 80 pounds per square inch (PSI)
- Pre-qualification by CVWD technician required. Call (855) 654-2893 to schedule a pressure appointment
- Your new water pressure will be set at the industry standard of 65 PSI
- Must keep PRV in place for two years
Landscape Consultation
This program consists of a one-on-one consultation, offered to CVWD customers, performed by a CVWD field service representative at your home, where they will identify where you may be wasting water in your landscape. By examining each portion of your yard, a CVWD field service representative will recommend small to major improvements that can reduce your water consumption while improving the appearance of your yard*. If you are interested in scheduling a landscape consultation, please call 855-654-CVWD (2893) or email our Field Service Division.
*CVWD field service representatives are not landscape professionals. CVWD water consultations are comprised of recommendations only. It is advised that you consult a landscape professional before making major changes to your landscape.
Rebates
Rebate eligibility is dependent on qualifying devices; check the qualifying devices list prior to purchasing your device. For qualifying devices, more information, and to apply online, visit SoCal WaterSmart or call 888-376-3314.
*All applications for the residential rebate programs must be completed through the SoCal WaterSmart online system. No paper applications are available.*
Turf Replacement Rebate
Starting at $2 sq ft. - while funding lasts.
- A maximum of 5,000 square feet of turf removed effective July 1, 2019.
- Have a minimum of 250 square feet of turf removed, or if the entire property is less than 250 square feet, all turf must be removed.
- Not include any live turf, or turf-looking grasses.
- There is a limit of one (1) application per home per year.
- Areas which have already had turf removed are not eligible.
- Artificial turf is not permitted.
Indoor Rebates
- High Efficiency Clothes Washers - Rebate: $160
- Premium High Efficiency Toilets - Rebate: $100
Outdoor Rebates
- Rotating Sprinkler Nozzles - Rebate: $5/nozzle
- Weather Based Irrigation Controllers - Rebate: $160/controller
- Soil Moisture Sensor Systems - Rebate: $160
- Rain Barrels - Rebate: $35
- Cisterns - Rebate: $250 - $350
- Flow Monitor Device (Flume) - Rebate: $100