Rachio smart sprinkler and a smart phone with the Rachio app.

Slow the Flow: Smart Controller and Rain Sensor Installations

Through a partnership with some local 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.

Arm with App

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!

Rain Sensor

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.

Check Eligibility

Rachio smart controllers and installations are offered at no cost to eligible City of Arvada water customers!*

Click the following links to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you.

*Please note that all Rachios for the City of Arvada have been installed for 2024, so we are no longer accepting applications.

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 $70-85!

Click the following links 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.

Apply here

 

*Please note that we are no longer accepting applications for the 2024 season.

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 $70 or a 16-zone unit for $85. Customers who purchase a Rachio through Resource Central’s program cannot also apply for a smart controller rebate through Aurora Water. 

Rachio smart controllers and installations are offered at no cost to eligible City of Fountain water customers!* During the installation appointment, our associate will set up the smart controller and show you how to use it. Please note:

      • You must get a sprinkler evaluation before you can be considered for a smart controller.
      • We have limited smart controllers and appointments available, so getting a sprinkler evaluation does not guarantee you a smart controller through this program.

Click the following links to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you.

How to apply:

      1. If you have not previously registered for a sprinkler evaluation, you may register for both the sprinkler evaluation and smart controller here.
      2. If you have previously registered for a sprinkler evaluation, reach out to us at 303-999-3824 or water@resourcecentral.org to be added to the smart controller waitlist.
      3. You will receive an email confirmation for joining the smart controller 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.
      4. We will review your application and contact you if we have any questions.
      5. We begin sprinkler evaluations in mid-June. We will reach out to offer appointments once we reach your name on our waitlist.
      6. Once your sprinkler evaluation is complete and if we still have smart controllers available, we will reach out to schedule an appointment.

 

*Please note that all Rachios for the City of Fountain have been installed for 2024, so we are no longer accepting applications.

Rachio smart controllers and 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. Please note:

      • You must get a sprinkler evaluation before you can be considered for a smart controller.
      • We have limited smart controllers and appointments available, so getting a sprinkler evaluation does not guarantee you a smart controller through this program.

Click the following links to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you.

How to apply:

      1. If you have not previously registered for a sprinkler evaluation, you may register for both the sprinkler evaluation and smart controller here.
      2. If you have previously registered for a sprinkler evaluation, reach out to us at 303-999-3824 or water@resourcecentral.org to be added to the smart controller waitlist.
      3. You will receive an email confirmation for joining the smart controller 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.
      4. We will review your application and contact you if we have any questions.
      5. We begin sprinkler evaluations in mid-June. We will reach out to offer appointments once we reach your name on our waitlist.
      6. Once your sprinkler evaluation is complete and if we still have smart controllers available, we will reach out to schedule an appointment.

*Please note that all Rachios for the City of Lafayette have been installed for 2024, so we are no longer accepting applications.

Rachio smart controller and Rain Bird rain sensor installations are offered at no cost to eligible Lakewood residents!* During the installation appointment, our associate will set up the smart controller or rain sensor and show you how to use it. Please note:

      • You must get a sprinkler evaluation before you can be considered for a smart controller or rain sensor.
      • We have limited smart controllers, rain sensors, and appointments available, so getting a sprinkler evaluation does not guarantee you a smart controller or rain sensor through this program.

Click the following links to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you. Click here to learn more about the Rain Bird rain sensor.

How to apply:

      1. If you have not previously registered for a sprinkler evaluation, you may register for the sprinkler evaluation, rain sensor, and smart controller here.
      2. If you have previously registered for a sprinkler evaluation, reach out to us at 303-999-3824 or water@resourcecentral.org to be added to the smart controller or rain sensor waitlist.
      3. 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.
      4. We will review your application(s) and contact you if we have any questions.
      5. We begin sprinkler evaluations in mid-June. We will reach out to offer appointments once we reach your name on our waitlist.
      6. Once your sprinkler evaluation is complete and if we still have smart controllers or rain sensors available, we will reach out to schedule an appointment.

*Please note that we are no longer accepting applications for the 2024 season.

Rachio smart controllers and installations are offered at no cost to eligible City of Louisville water customers!* During the installation appointment, our associate will set up the smart controller and show you how to use it. Please note:

      • You must get a sprinkler evaluation before you can be considered for a smart controller.
      • We have limited smart controllers and appointments available, so getting a sprinkler evaluation does not guarantee you a smart controller through this program.

Click the following links to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you.

How to apply:

      1. If you have not previously registered for a sprinkler evaluation, you may register for both the sprinkler evaluation and smart controller here.
      2. If you have previously registered for a sprinkler evaluation, reach out to us at 303-999-3824 or water@resourcecentral.org to be added to the smart controller waitlist.
      3. You will receive an email confirmation for joining the smart controller 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.
      4. We will review your application and contact you if we have any questions.
      5. We begin sprinkler evaluations in mid-June. We will reach out to offer appointments once we reach your name on our waitlist.
      6. Once your sprinkler evaluation is complete and if we still have smart controllers available, we will reach out to schedule an appointment.

*Please note that all Rachios for the City of Louisville have been installed for 2024, so we are no longer accepting applications.

Rachio smart controllers and 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:

      • You must get a sprinkler evaluation before you can be considered for a smart controller.
      • We have limited smart controllers and appointments available, so getting a sprinkler evaluation does not guarantee you a smart controller through this program.

Click the following links to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you.

How to apply:

      1. If you have not previously registered for a sprinkler evaluation, you may register for both the sprinkler evaluation and smart controller here.
      2. If you have previously registered for a sprinkler evaluation, reach out to us at 303-999-3824 or water@resourcecentral.org to be added to the smart controller waitlist.
      3. You will receive an email confirmation for joining the smart controller 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.
      4. We will review your application and contact you if we have any questions.
      5. We begin sprinkler evaluations in mid-June. We will reach out to offer appointments once we reach your name on our waitlist.
      6. Once your sprinkler evaluation is complete and if we still have smart controllers available, we will reach out to schedule an appointment.

*Please note that all Rachios for the City of Northglenn have been installed for 2024, so we are no longer accepting applications.

Rachio smart controller and Rain Bird rain sensor installations are offered at no cost to eligible Wheat Ridge residents!* 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, so signing up does not guarantee you a smart controller or rain sensor through this program.

Click the following links to learn more about how Rachio works and if it’s a good fit for you. Click here to learn more about the Rain Bird rain sensor.

How to apply:

      1. You may register for a sprinkler evaluation, smart controller, and rain sensor here
      2. 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 two separate email confirmations and two eligibility applications.
      3. We will review your application(s) and contact you if we have any questions.
      4. We begin appointments in mid-June. We will reach out to schedule an installation appointment once we reach your name on our waitlist, if we still have smart controllers and rain sensors available.

*Please note that we are no longer accepting applications for the 2024 season.

Unfortunately, at this time only the water providers listed above 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!

About the Technology

Rachio smart sprinkler and a smart phone with the Rachio app.

Rachio 3 Smart Controller

Rain Sensor

Rain Bird WR2 Wireless Rain Sensor

Slow the Flow technician demonstrating catch ups to resident

What’s a Slow the Flow sprinkler evaluation?

Learn more about the free Slow the Flow sprinkler evaluations that are a pre-requisite for many of the water provider sponsored discounts mentioned above.

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Have questions?

Email our Slow the Flow staff, or call 303-999-3824.