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Hunter

Your irrigation doesn’t just water.
It saves water intelligently.

Top-of-the-line Hunter Hydrawise controllers and precision sprinkler heads with professional smart integration that actually delivers water savings and reliable performance.

$85 flat-rate Spring Turn-Up & Fall Winterization available

Hunter Products Exclusively
Professional Network & Automation Integration
Licensed & Insured
Kansas City Metro & ~1-Hour Drive of Leavenworth

Most Irrigation Is Just… Set and Forget.

Basic timers and cheap clocks treat every zone the same. They can’t adjust for weather, soil conditions, or how you actually use your property. That’s not water management — that’s just turning on the sprinklers and hoping for the best.

PREMIUM HUNTER, NOT BASIC PARTS

The Hunter Difference

Hunter Hydrawise smart controller and MP Rotator premium sprinkler head

Hunter Hydrawise & MP Rotator – The top-tier core behind every system we design.

Hydrawise Wi-Fi Smart Controllers

Top-of-the-line Hunter Hydrawise platform with app control, weather intelligence, flow monitoring, and remote management from anywhere.

MP Rotator Precision Nozzles

Hunter’s award-winning MP Rotator series delivers matched precipitation and up to 30%+ water savings with superior coverage and pressure regulation.

Pro-Spray Pressure Regulation

Built-in pressure regulation in premium Hunter bodies prevents misting and ensures consistent performance across every zone, even on slopes or long runs.

Advanced Sensors & Flow Monitoring

Hunter flow meters, rain sensors, and soil moisture sensors integrated into Hydrawise for automatic adjustments, leak detection, and detailed usage reports.

Full App & Remote Management

Control zones, schedules, and monitor real-time water use from your phone. Instant alerts and predictive weather adjustments keep systems efficient.

Professional Network Reliability

Our owner’s 30+ years in networking and IT security means top-tier Hunter systems stay connected and secure — even on large or lakefront properties.

HUNTER HYDRAWISE + MP ROTATOR

The Technology Behind Hunter's Top Line

Hunter’s premium controllers and sprinkler heads deliver the full power of professional irrigation. The Hydrawise platform and MP Rotator nozzles are what separate top-tier systems from basic setups.

Premium Hunter Components

Hydrawise Wi-Fi Control — App-based scheduling, weather intelligence, remote access, and detailed reporting from your phone.
MP Rotator Matched Precipitation — Consistent water delivery across the arc for superior uniformity and major water savings.
Pressure Regulation Built-In — Prevents misting and ensures every head performs exactly as designed, even on varying pressures.
Advanced Sensors & Flow — Rain, soil, and flow monitoring for automatic adjustments, leak detection, and usage tracking. (See our dedicated section on Hunter soil moisture sensors for exactly how we water to precise root-zone standards.)
Full App & Alerts — Real-time notifications, water budgets, and predictive scheduling that actually works.
Professional Integration — Reliable on large properties thanks to proper network design and IT-grade commissioning.

Premium Hunter Components at a Glance

Hydrawise Wi-Fi Controllers (HC/HPC/Pro-HC)
Advantage: App + weather + remote management
Efficiency: Full smart control platform
Best for: Residential & light commercial; any size
Notes: Flagship. Add flow/soil sensors for max savings. See packages
MP Rotator Nozzles (various arcs/radii) TOP RECOMMENDATION
Advantage: Matched precipitation + low flow
Efficiency: Highest (30%+ typical savings)
Best for: Most turf & shrub beds
Notes: Superior uniformity. Works in any Pro-Spray body. See packages
Pro-Spray PRS Bodies (with regulation)
Advantage: Built-in pressure regulation
Efficiency: Prevents misting & waste
Best for: Slopes, long runs, variable pressure
Notes: Pair with MP Rotators for best performance. See packages
Advanced Sensors & Flow (Hydrawise add-ons) PREMIUM TIER
Advantage: Real-time monitoring + auto adjustments
Efficiency: Leak detection + usage reports
Best for: Large properties, lakefront, high-value
Notes: Flow meter + soil sensor unlock the smartest savings. See packages

Key Takeaways for Homeowners

Mixing Components

Hunter systems happily run a mix of MP Rotators, fixed sprays, and rotors when properly zoned. MP Rotators work in any Pro-Spray body. Hydrawise controllers deliver full features with any Hunter valve or head — but the biggest savings come when premium nozzles and sensors are used together.

Recommended Approach for New Installs

Hunter Hydrawise controllers + MP Rotator nozzles in Pro-Spray PRS bodies, plus flow sensor and rain/soil sensors where appropriate. This is the cleanest, highest-performance solution and our strong default recommendation for most properties.

Important: Basic non-pressure-regulated bodies and standard fixed nozzles leave significant efficiency on the table. We almost never recommend them for new work because they don’t deliver the full performance of Hunter’s premium line. We always perform proper commissioning so your top-tier components actually achieve the water savings they’re designed for.

Let’s design the right combination of Hydrawise control and premium heads for your property.

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PRECISION AT THE ROOT ZONE

Hunter Soil Moisture Sensors: Watering to Exact Standards

We use Hunter soil moisture sensors to deliver water only when — and exactly where — plants actually need it. This goes far beyond weather-based scheduling to achieve true precision, slash water waste, and protect plants from the damage caused by overwatering.

How Hunter Moisture Sensors Work in Our Systems

Sensors are professionally installed in the active root zone of representative areas across your landscape (different sensors for different zones, soil types, sun exposure, or plant groups).

  • They continuously measure actual soil volumetric water content at the root level — not guesswork from the surface or a clock.
  • Thresholds are calibrated to the exact moisture needs of the specific plants and soil in that zone (e.g., turf vs. shrubs vs. new plantings).
  • When soil moisture is at or above the optimal level, the Hydrawise controller automatically suspends or skips the scheduled irrigation cycle.
  • Watering resumes only when moisture drops to the precise point where plants begin to need it — maintaining ideal conditions without excess.

This integrates directly with our top-tier Hydrawise controllers, MP Rotator heads (for even delivery), flow meters, and weather data for a fully optimized system.

Real Benefits for Water Use and Plant Health

  • Major reduction in water usage:
    By watering only to the exact root-zone need (often avoiding 20-50%+ of scheduled cycles), you achieve additional savings on top of Hydrawise weather intelligence and efficient nozzles. Many clients see dramatic drops in their water bills.
  • Saves plants from overwatering damage:
    Overwatering is one of the leading causes of plant stress, root rot, fungal diseases, yellowing, and even death — especially in clay soils, low areas, or with shallow-rooted plants. Sensors prevent this by keeping moisture in the healthy range.
  • Healthier, more resilient landscapes:
    Plants receive consistent, appropriate moisture. New installations establish faster. Established beds stay vigorous without the boom-and-bust cycle of timer-based systems.
  • Data you can trust:
    Combined with Hydrawise flow monitoring, you get accurate reports on actual water applied vs. what the plants used — full transparency and proof of savings.
Recommended in our Premium and Estate packages. Proper multi-zone sensor placement and calibration during commissioning is included.
SEE IT IN ACTION

Hunter Soil Clik Sensor Demonstration

Watch how the Hunter Soil Clik sensor detects soil moisture levels in real time and communicates with the Hydrawise controller to optimize watering.

Video: Hunter Soil Clik – official demonstration of the soil moisture sensor (educational).

Discuss adding moisture sensors to your system →

Hunter Irrigation Packages

Four smart ways to bring precision watering to your property — all built on Hunter’s top Hydrawise controllers and MP Rotator / Pro-Spray premium heads.

Hydrawise Entry

Smart control foundation

Hydrawise Wi-Fi controller with basic smart scheduling and weather adjustments. Paired with quality Hunter heads for reliable performance on simpler properties.

Hydrawise Family

MOST POPULAR

Balanced efficiency

Full Hydrawise platform with MP Rotator nozzles, pressure regulation, and sensor options (including soil moisture for precision root-zone control — see dedicated section). The sweet spot for most homes wanting real water savings and easy app control.

Hydrawise Premium

Maximum efficiency

Hydrawise with flow meter, soil moisture sensors, and full MP Rotator coverage. Ideal for clients who want detailed reporting, automatic optimization, and top water savings (see our section on moisture sensors for how we achieve exact standards and protect plants).

Hydrawise Estate / Lakefront

Full custom solutions

Advanced Hydrawise with multiple controllers, premium heads throughout, robust surface-water filtration, and professional network integration for large or complex properties.

Co-Install Savings: Significant labor and mobilization savings when we install irrigation and landscape lighting together. One trench. One crew. Better results.

Complete Irrigation Services

Hunter-exclusive systems. Professional installation and ongoing care.

New Installation & Upgrades

Hunter Hydrawise controllers and MP Rotator / Pro-Spray premium heads exclusively. Smart controller-first builds with professional network integration included for top performance.

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Irrigation Repair

Fast, professional diagnosis and repair using only Hunter parts. We document everything and quote repairs transparently through Jobber.

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Spring Turn-Up & Activation

$85

Full system activation, inspection, head adjustments, and controller programming — up to one hour included. We verify previous winterization lockout tags before turning water on.

Book Your $85 Turn-Up →

Fall Winterization

$85

Complete zone-by-zone blowout, controller winterization, and basic inspection — up to one hour included. Dual lockout tagging with photos uploaded to Jobber.

Schedule Winterization →

Backflow Testing & Certification

Annual testing and certification with clear reporting. Easy to bundle with seasonal maintenance visits.

Book Backflow Testing →

Lake & Pond Water Source Systems

Specialized initial intake screening at the water source, secondary filtration (including Hunter FilterSentry), and pump systems for lake or pond water. Full Hydrawise automation integration included.

Learn About Lake & Pond Systems →
SMART BUNDLING

One Crew. One Trench.
Significant Savings.

When you need both irrigation and landscape lighting, we handle the trenching and installation together. You save on labor and site disruption while getting two systems that are professionally integrated from day one.

Learn about bundling irrigation + lighting →
Why it matters: Separate crews mean double the mobilization, double the disruption, and higher total cost. Our integrated approach delivers cleaner results at a better price.
SURFACE WATER SPECIALISTS

Lake & Pond Water Sources

Drawing irrigation water from lakes or ponds can dramatically reduce or eliminate your municipal water bill. However, surface water contains sediment, algae, leaves, and debris that can quickly damage pumps, valves, and nozzles. We protect every system with a proven two-stage approach: robust initial filtration right at the pickup point plus secondary filtration before the water reaches your zones.

Initial Filtration at Pickup from the Water Source

The first line of defense happens directly at the water source. We install heavy-duty coarse self-cleaning intake screens in the lake or pond right at the pickup point.

These screens capture leaves, sticks, algae clumps, sediment, and larger debris before it can enter the pump, piping, or irrigation components. Designed for fluctuating water levels and the high organic loads typical of Midwest ponds and lakes, they are low-maintenance and often self-cleaning.

This primary stage at the source protects the pump and greatly reduces the load on downstream equipment. It works together with secondary filtration (see right) for complete system protection.

HOW IT WORKS

Secondary Filtration: Hunter FilterSentry for Lake & Pond Systems

Video: Hunter FilterSentry surface water filtration system (educational).

Smart Controller Training

$85

Many homeowners get a smart controller installed but never learn how to use it properly. Our one-hour training session covers app setup, scheduling, weather adjustments, soil moisture sensor integration (for exact root-zone standards), water usage reports, and hands-on walkthrough so you actually capture the savings and protect your plants.

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How We Work With You

01

On-Site Assessment

We evaluate your property, existing system (and lockout tags when applicable), and discuss your goals.

02

Clear, Itemized Quote

You receive a professional quote through Jobber with full pricing transparency. No surprises.

03

Professional Install & Integration

Hunter products installed by experienced crews. Smart systems commissioned with proper network design and security.

04

Ongoing Professional Care

Winterizing, spring turn-up, backflow testing, repairs, Smart Controller Training (including moisture sensor optimization), and ongoing care — all to the same standard.

$85 Flat-Rate Seasonal Visits

Spring Turn-Up and Fall Winterization are available as simple flat-rate visits that include up to one hour of professional service plus diagnosis.

If repairs or additional work are needed beyond the included hour, we build a transparent quote in Jobber for your approval before any further work begins. No surprises.

Service Area

Professional Hunter irrigation services for properties across the Kansas City metro area and Leavenworth region — generally within a 1-hour drive of Leavenworth, KS. This practical 35-mile radius coverage is ideal for the suburban lots, acreage, and lake or pond water sources commonly found throughout the northwest KC metro.

Ideal for Kansas City metro and northwest KC area properties. Includes Leavenworth, Lansing, Basehor, Tonganoxie, Atchison, Bonner Springs, Platte City, Parkville, Weston, western Shawnee / Lenexa, Liberty (MO), and many surrounding communities — especially those with lakes, ponds, and larger lots.

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★

"We were spending a fortune on our water bill every summer. After Trail Cutter installed our new Hunter Hydrawise system, our usage dropped dramatically. The system just works — even when we’re out of town."

Sarah & Mike Thompson — Leavenworth
★★★★★

"They handled both our irrigation and landscape lighting in one trench. Saved us a lot of money and the yard looks fantastic. The smart controller training they included was genuinely helpful."

David Chen — Basehor
★★★★★

"Our lakefront system had been a constant headache with other companies. Trail Cutter redesigned the intake and automation and it’s been rock solid for two seasons. Highly recommend."

The Reynolds Family — Near Weston

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the $85 seasonal visit include?

Up to one hour of professional service (activation or winterization), full system inspection, head adjustments where needed, controller programming, and diagnosis of any issues found. Repairs beyond that hour are quoted separately.

Do you really only use Hunter products?

Yes. We are a Hunter-exclusive irrigation partner. This gives us maximum parts availability, consistent performance, and the best long-term support for our customers.

Can you really help with lake or pond water sources?

Yes. We have significant experience designing and installing reliable surface-water intake systems with proper filtration and full smart automation control.

What makes your smart systems more reliable?

Most companies treat the controller as an afterthought. We design the entire system around professional-grade automation from day one and commission it with real networking and security expertise.

Ready for a smarter, more reliable irrigation system?

Let’s design a Hunter system that actually saves water and performs season after season.

~1 hour drive of Leavenworth • Kansas City metro & northwest KC area • Missouri River communities • Hunter products exclusively