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Rain Shut-off Sensors

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We are currently not offering free rain shut-off sensors with City water check ups. If you have questions, please call staff at (805) 564-5460.
Rain sensor being installed

A rain sensor is an irrigation shutoff device that prevents an automatic sprinkler system from turning on during and after a rain storm. Rain shut-off sensors are wired to an irrigation system controller and override the scheduled irrigation when a sensor on the shutoff device detects water.

When the collected rainwater has evaporated from the sensor, scheduled irrigations resume. Rain shut-off sensors are simple, economical and useful tools for preventing irrigation that would be wasteful. Rain shut-off sensors work best for short off periods. For extended periods, it is more accurate to have sprinkler timer in the "off" position.

Video: How to Install a Rain Shut-Off Sensor

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