Orcas Waterscapes
Rain Catchment, Back-flow, Irrigation & Design
About Us
Orcas Waterscapes is proud to provide personalized water services for homeowners throughout the San Juan Islands.
As you consider water systems for your home, as well as for your lawn and garden, you can consult with an expert on the best management practices for your property.
Rainwater collection systems are an excellent way to conserve water and save money. Our experts in rain catchment are ready to consult with you over the phone and work hand in hand to design a system that is best suited for your needs.
Irrigation system installations and repairs for your lawn and garden will provide the environment necessary to achieve the lush, vibrant landscape of your dreams.
We offer annual back-flow testing to keep your water supply safe and your property up to date with Washington State building code. A back-flow prevention assembly stops contaminants from entering the water supply and is a vital part of any water system. Our annual testing schedule helps you have peace of mind regarding the safety of your drinking water.
Call (360) 298-0717 today to take your water system to the next level!
Annual Services
Annual maintenance programs are designed to keep your water system in optimal working condition year after year. These annual services help prevent water loss, flooding, freeze damage, as well as unexpected utility bills.
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Our designers do more than dig ditches and lay pipe. We create a unique water use plan that embodies your personal aesthetic and enables you to choose what type of system is right for you, while incorporating the needs of both exotic and indigenous flora and fauna to the area.
Our planning process is built around you. You’ll collaborate with our water system designers to plan every detail without breaking your budget. Our skilled technicians can assess your water needs and create a customized plan for utilizing water collection systems. We offer installation and maintenance plans tailored to your water system.
Create curb appeal for your Island home, vacation rental, or retail business with a commercial water system and our carefree maintenance programs!
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Activating your irrigation system, as part of our spring start program, includes a thorough inspection of the entire irrigation system; this is referred to as a water loss inspection. All necessary repairs and the replacement of any malfunctioning components would be completed at this time. A reduced irrigation schedule is recommended throughout the spring, until the summer months when a seasonal schedule adjustment can be made in anticipation of the upcoming seasonal drought.
This is a great time of year to service your home water system as well. Typically, water filters, UV bulbs and GFI outlets should be replaced or inspected once a year.
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A water loss inspection is recommended in late June; completing all repairs and replacements at that time. This minimizes any unwanted water loss. The irrigation schedule should be adjusted at this time as well, in anticipation for the upcoming seasonal drought.
This is the time when the water levels in both potable and non potable water supplies should be inspected. This provides a good check on the amount of water available for the remainder of the drought season and provides an opportunity to adjust any unsustainable water use.
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Deactivating an irrigation system, as part of our winter insulation program, incudes emptying all the irrigation lines; using compressed air to evacuate any residual water and reduce the risk of freeze damage throughout the winter months. Any external pumps or battery timers should be disassembled and stored indoors at this time as well.
Vacation homes and seasonal rentals, that won’t be occupied in the winter months, can be included in our winter insulation program as well.
Evacuating the main water lines with compressed air as well as filling drains with antifreeze helps prevent winter damage to your home as well and insuring peace of mind.
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An annual back-flow assembly test is required by the State of Washington; with the field test report being submitted to the proper water authority.
This test, performed by our skilled technicians, licensed through the Washington Department of Health, insures that any potentially polluted water from an irrigation or catchment system does not contaminate the home’s drinking water or that of a neighbor’s.
The location of the back-flow valve is commonly referred to as a Cross-connection.
Our technicians work hand in hand with the local water authorities to insure annual tests are completed, with the field test reports submitted to the proper water authority, to insure there is no disruption in water service or any additional reconnection fees.
FAQs
How much water do I need?
How much water do I have?
How much water am I using?This is a commonly asked series of questions and the answers vary depending on the circumstances.
Our technicians work closely with homeowners to assess the resources available on the property and determine whether they meet the clients needs.
A quality rain catchment system is a great way to supplement an insufficient water supply.
Does rain catchment work?The Pacific Northwest is a famously rainy region. That’s why it can be surprising to discover that the San Juan Islands, and neighboring counties, regularly go without rain for three months of the year.
Whether it’s to keep your garden lush or to provide potable drinking water for your island oasis, a quality rain catchment system is a great way to supplement water during the summer months.
Do I need a back-flow assembly?A properly installed back-flow assembly is the only design, approved by the State of Washington, that prevents the contamination or pollution of both municipal and private water service.
All public water utilities in the San Juans have a cross-connection program in place to protect the communities they serve.
A back-flow assembly is the best way to protect your home from unwanted contamination and pollution.
Does my irrigation system work?When buying a new home it can be overwhelming to find the users manuals and service histories for every heating system, appliance, or lawnmower.
But a detailed irrigation map and a regular maintenance schedule can provide you with the peace of mind that your irrigation system and garden will be taken care of for years to come.
Our annual maintenance programs are tailored to fit your individual needs.
Is there a leak?There are few things more frustrating than uncontrolled water loss.
A dedicated water meter for your home and garden is the best way to discover, track and repair leaks in your water system.
Seasonal meter readings and leak detection are two of the regular services provided in all of our annual maintenance programs.
What annual maintenance programs are available?We offer an array of programs designed to best suit your individual needs. Each program is recommended to provide timely maintenance, reduce utility costs, and to improve longevity.
Programs include; >Winter insulation, to reduce the risk of freeze damage. >Annual back-flow assembly testing, to keep up to date with state building code. >Spring activation, to insure timely function. >Summer inspection, to provide continued system efficiency.
Contact Us
Thank you for considering Orcas Waterscapes for your rain catchment, irrigation and water system needs. It may take up to 48 hours to respond by email.
For quicker response time please fell free to text!
chris@orcaswaterscape.com
(360) 298-0717