Slow the Flow: Smart Controller and Rain Sensor Installations
Through a partnership with local water providers and municipalities, qualifying residents can get a smart controller or rain sensor at little to no cost! Check below to see if your water provider is participating, and start watering smarter today. Please note that as of 8/29, we are no longer accepting applications for the 2025 season. Please check back in next year to see if your water provider or municipality partners with us on these services!
Upgrade to a smart controller and maintain your lawn from anywhere. Smart controllers connect to WiFi to gather weather data and adjust your watering schedule accordingly. Take the guesswork out of watering your yard!
Looking for a quick and easy way to reduce your outdoor water use? Get a rain sensor! A rain sensor detects when it is raining (or has recently rained) and will send a signal to your sprinkler control clock to not water. Once the sensor dries out, your sprinkler system will resume it’s usual watering schedule.
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Rachio smart controllers and installations are offered at a reduced cost to eligible Aurora Water customers!* During the installation appointment, our associate will set up the smart controller and show you how to use it. This is a $523 value for only $75-95!
Visit Rachio’s YouTube channel to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you.
Aurora Water customers will need to fill out the application linked below. This application will help determine if you are eligible for a Rachio through Resource Central’s Slow the Flow program and let you purchase and reserve your unit. We strongly recommend having access to your current sprinkler control clock and a water bill while filling out this form. The deadline to apply for a Rachio for 2025 is 8/29/25 at noon.
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*There are a limited number of smart controllers available through this program. Applications are accepted first-come, first-served. The Rachio comes in an 8-zone unit for $75 or a 16-zone unit for $95. Customers who purchase a Rachio through Resource Central’s program cannot also apply for a smart controller rebate through Aurora Water.
Note: The deadline to apply for a Rachio smart controller or Rain Bird rain sensor for 2025 is 8/29/25 at noon.
Due to Rachio smart controller and Rain Bird rain sensor installations are offered at no cost to eligible City and County of Broomfield water customers! During the installation appointment, our associate will set up the smart controller or rain sensor and show you how to use it. Please note we have limited smart controllers, rain sensors, and appointments available per season.
Visit Rachio’s YouTube channel to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you. Learn more about the Rain Bird rain sensor in this video.
How to apply:
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- If you have not previously signed up for a Slow the Flow service, register for the sprinkler evaluation, rain sensor, and smart controller here.
- If you have previously signed up for a Slow the Flow service, reach out to us at 303-999-3824 or water@resourcecentral.org to be added to the smart controller or rain sensor waitlist.
- You will receive an email confirmation for joining the waitlist. In the confirmation email, there will be a link to an eligibility application. You must complete this form before we can consider you for a smart controller or rain sensor. Please note that if you apply for both the smart controller and rain sensor, there are 2 separate email confirmations and eligibility applications.
- We will review your application(s) and contact you if we have any questions.
- We begin scheduling appointments in mid-June. We will reach out to offer appointments once we reach your name on our waitlist.
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Note: We have completed all of our Evans appointments for 2025 and are no longer accepting applications.
Rachio smart controller installations are offered at no cost to eligible City of Evans water customers! During the installation appointment, our associate will set up the smart controller and show you how to use it. Please note we have limited smart controllers and appointments available per season.
Visit Rachio’s YouTube channel to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you.
How to apply:
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- If you have not previously signed up for a Slow the Flow service, you may register for a smart controller here.
- If you have previously signed up for a Slow the Flow service, reach out to us at 303-999-3824 or water@resourcecentral.org to be added to the smart controller waitlist.
- You will receive an email confirmation for joining the waitlist. In the confirmation email, there will be a link to an eligibility application. You must complete this form before we can consider you for a smart controller.
- We will review your application(s) and contact you if we have any questions.
- We begin scheduling appointments in mid-June. We will reach out to offer appointments once we reach your name on our waitlist.
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Note: The deadline to apply for a Rachio smart controller or Rain Bird rain sensor for 2025 is 8/29/25 at noon.
Rachio smart controller and Rain Bird rain sensor installations are offered at no cost to eligible unincorporated Jefferson County residents! Unincorporated Jefferson County areas include:
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- Applewood (Unincorporated)
- Conifer
- Evergreen
- Evergreen Metro District
- Genesee
- Golden (Unincorporated)
- Idledale
- Indian Hills
- Kittredge
- Ken Caryl (Unincorporated)
- Morrison (Unincorporated)
- Pine
- Pleasant View (Unincorporated)
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During the installation appointment, our associate will set up the smart controller or rain sensor and show you how to use it. Please note we have limited smart controllers, rain sensors, and appointments available per season.
Visit Rachio’s YouTube channel to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you. Learn more about the Rain Bird rain sensor in this video.
How to apply:
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- If you have not previously signed up for a Slow the Flow service, you may register for the sprinkler evaluation, rain sensor, and smart controller here.
- If you have previously signed up for a Slow the Flow service, reach out to us at 303-999-3824 or water@resourcecentral.org to be added to the smart controller or rain sensor waitlist.
- You will receive an email confirmation for joining the waitlist. In the confirmation email, there will be a link to an eligibility application. You must complete this form before we can consider you for a smart controller or rain sensor. Please note that if you apply for both the smart controller and rain sensor, there are 2 separate email confirmations and eligibility applications.
- We will review your application(s) and contact you if we have any questions.
- We begin scheduling appointments in mid-June. We will reach out to offer appointments once we reach your name on our waitlist.
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Note: The deadline to apply for a Rachio smart controller for 2025 is 8/29/25 at noon.
Rachio smart controller installations are offered at no cost to eligible City of Lafayette water customers! During the installation appointment, our associate will set up the smart controller and show you how to use it. We have limited smart controllers and appointments available per season, and you must first receive a sprinkler evaluation prior to receiving a smart controller.
Visit Rachio’s YouTube channel to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you.
How to apply:
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- If you have not previously signed up for a Slow the Flow service, you may register for a sprinkler evaluation and smart controller here. Please note a sprinkler evaluation is a required pre-requisite for a smart controller.
- If you have previously signed up for a Slow the Flow service, reach out to us at 303-999-3824 or water@resourcecentral.org to be added to the smart controller waitlist.
- You will receive an email confirmation for joining the waitlist. In the confirmation email, there will be a link to an eligibility application. You must complete this form before we can consider you for a smart controller.
- We will review your application(s) and contact you if we have any questions.
- We begin scheduling appointments in mid-June. We will reach out to offer appointments once we reach your name on our waitlist.
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Note: We have completed all of our Northglenn appointments for 2025 and are no longer accepting applications.
Rachio smart controller installations are offered at no cost to eligible City of Northglenn water customers! During the installation appointment, our associate will set up the smart controller and show you how to use it. Please note we have limited smart controllers and appointments available per season.
Visit Rachio’s YouTube channel to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you.
How to apply:
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- If you have not previously signed up for a Slow the Flow service, you may register for a smart controller here.
- If you have previously signed up for a Slow the Flow service, reach out to us at 303-999-3824 or water@resourcecentral.org to be added to the smart controller waitlist.
- You will receive an email confirmation for joining the waitlist. In the confirmation email, there will be a link to an eligibility application. You must complete this form before we can consider you for a smart controller.
- We will review your application(s) and contact you if we have any questions.
- We begin scheduling appointments in mid-June. We will reach out to offer appointments once we reach your name on our waitlist.
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Note: The deadline to apply for a Rachio smart controller for 2025 is 8/29/25 at noon.
Rachio smart controller installations are offered at no cost to eligible Town of Superior water customers! During the installation appointment, our associate will set up the smart controller and show you how to use it. Please note we have limited smart controllers and appointments available per season.
Visit Rachio’s YouTube channel to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you.
How to apply:
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- If you have not previously signed up for a Slow the Flow service, you may register for a smart controller here.
- If you have previously signed up for a Slow the Flow service, reach out to us at 303-999-3824 or water@resourcecentral.org to be added to the smart controller waitlist.
- You will receive an email confirmation for joining the waitlist. In the confirmation email, there will be a link to an eligibility application. You must complete this form before we can consider you for a smart controller.
- We will review your application(s) and contact you if we have any questions.
- We begin scheduling appointments in mid-June. We will reach out to offer appointments once we reach your name on our waitlist.
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Unfortunately, at this time only the water providers listed to the left are offering smart controller or rain sensor installations through Resource Central. Check your water provider website to see if they offer rebates for purchasing a smart controller. Our water provider partnerships are changing every year, so check back with us again!
Community Reviews
4.8 star rating overall
“This is a fantastic program. The Rachio is super helpful when I’m traveling. It monitors the weather for me to make informed scheduling, but I can also decide to add or cancel watering from afar depending on what I think my yard needs. It’s an excellent way to monitor. Thank you for this program.”
2024 CITY OF FOUNTAIN PARTICIPANT
“The technician who came out to install the smart controller was great. They provided some basic training on setting up the schedule on the app. I really appreciate this program, and I’m glad to know I am conserving water.”
2024 CITY OF LAFAYETTE PARTICIPANT
“The rain sensor has stopped my watering schedule already on more than one occasion, saving me water and money. I’m so glad I did it!”
2024 CITY OF WHEAT RIDGE PARTICIPANT
What’s a Slow the Flow sprinkler evaluation?
A sprinkler evaluation is the perfect complement a smart controller or rain sensor installation to keep your system running efficiently! Learn More about our FREE evaluations.
