My Account Report an Outage Customer Service Search MENU Irrigation Avoid watering the sidewalk with these tips and tricks for proper irrigation practices. New Braunfels Utilities is committed to saving you money and communicating watering standards in times of drought. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the average American family uses 320 gallons of water per day, about 30 percent of which is devoted to outdoor uses. More than half of that outdoor water is used for watering lawns and gardens. Nationwide, commercial landscape irrigation is estimated to account for nearly one-third of all water use, totaling nearly nine billion gallons per day. PRESSURE REGULATING SPRINKLER HEADS Using a sprinkler system in your yard is a great way to save water and efficiently water your landscape. However, irregular pressure can result in wasted efforts caused by wind and mist. Learn how to fix this problem yourself. Watch Video Open video in modal: HOW TO ADJUST YOUR IRRIGATION CONTROLLER There are many different types of irrigation controllers on the market today, and they may seem confusing at first glance. The good news is these videos help break them down for you. Programming a RainBird Irrigation Controller Watch Video Programming a Hunter Irrigation Controller Watch Video HOW TO MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR SPRINKLER SYSTEM Conserving water is everyone’s responsibility! It can be easy with a few adjustments to your sprinkler. View the videos below to learn how to reduce water waste with the right sprinkler usage. How to Calculate the Length of Time You Should Water Watch Video How to Convert Sprinkler Heads to Water Saving Heads Watch Video How to Cap a Sprinkler Head Watch Video How to Save Water with Pressure Regulating Sprinkler Heads Watch Video Irrigation Rebate New Braunfels Utilities is committed to conserving natural resources and is offering residential water customers $250 per irrigation zone that is retired from use. Apply Today RESIDENTIAL IRRIGATION METER APPLICATION If you are a homeowner interested in keeping track of your outdoor water use, fill out an application for an Irrigation Meter today! New Braunfels Utilities will walk you through the entire process, from installation to interpretation. COMMERCIAL IRRIGATION METER APPLICATION Do you have a business or manage a commercial property that uses an outdoor sprinkler system? It may be a good idea to monitor your outdoor irrigation use with one an NBU Irrigation Meter. Complete a commercial application for an irrigation meter today! Customer Service Newsroom Publications Careers Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn YouTube COMPANY About New Braunfels Utilities Planning for the Future NBU Headquarters A Lasting Legacy WAYS TO SAVE Current Water Status: Non-Drought Rebates ACCOUNT Electric, Water, and Wastewater Rates Ways to Pay Understanding Your Bill Customer Service Resources SERVICES Start, Stop, and Transfer Services Before You Dig Tree Trimming NBU Locations MAIN OFFICE 263 Main Plaza, New Braunfels, TX 78130 SERVICE CENTER 355 FM 306, New Braunfels, TX 78130 Contact NBU MAIN OFFICE 830.629.8400 TOLL FREE 866.629.8400 AFTER HOURS 830.629.4628 Operating Hours Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Privacy Policy 2020 © 2021 New Braunfels Utilities. All rights reserved. We use cookies to improve the user experience on this site. Privacy Policy Dismiss Notice