Properly maintaining your yard year-round is a time-, money- and water-consuming process. A smart irrigation system may be a good option for some.

Properly maintaining your yard year-round is a time-, money- and water-consuming process. A smart irrigation system may be a good option for some.

Smart irrigation systems, including the rotator heads, often can work off an existing layout. Many can be installed by a somewhat savvy do-it-yourselfer.

Soil moisture-based smart irrigation systems These smart irrigation systems use one of two sensor types to track the moisture content of your soil and adjust your water usage as needed.