As our communities face another hot and dry Texas summer, conserving water has never been more important. With drought conditions affecting our region, it's time to take a smarter approach to how we water our lawns, gardens, and landscapes. And thanks to GVTC’s powerful fiber internet and whole-home WiFi, using smart irrigation systems has never been easier — or more impactful.
Why Smart Irrigation Matters Right Now
Texas is no stranger to drought, but ongoing dry spells have many counties issuing water restrictions or urging voluntary cutbacks. Traditional sprinkler systems often waste water, running on outdated timers that don’t adapt to actual weather or soil conditions.
Smart irrigation flips the script. These WiFi-connected systems use:
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Real-time weather data
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Soil moisture sensors
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Custom watering zones to ensure your yard gets just enough hydration — no more, no less.
The result? Healthier landscapes, lower water bills, and meaningful conservation during critical drought months.
How GVTC WiFi Powers Smart Irrigation
A smart irrigation system is only as smart as the connection behind it. With GVTC Fiber Internet and Premium WiFi, you can trust that your smart controller:
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Syncs consistently with weather services
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Sends you instant alerts and recommendations
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Allows full control from your phone — whether you're home or away
Even better, GVTC's mesh WiFi systems help push signal outdoors, so your smart irrigation controller, garden sensors, or shed-mounted tech stays reliably connected.
What You Need to Get Started
Setting up smart irrigation has never been easier. Here’s what you’ll need:
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GVTC Fiber Internet: Get blazing-fast, reliable connectivity for your home and smart devices.
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Smart Irrigation Controller: Options include Rachio, RainMachine, Orbit B-hyve, and others.
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GVTC Premium WiFi Mesh System: Boost your signal outdoors for total coverage.
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Smartphone App: Manage watering schedules, pause during rain, or monitor from your vacation spot.
Smart Tips for Smarter Watering
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Water early: Schedule watering before 10 a.m. to reduce evaporation.
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Zone it out: Customize by plant type, sun exposure, and soil.
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Monitor reports: Many systems display your water savings on a monthly basis.
Let’s Make a Difference, Together
At GVTC, we're proud to help our community stay connected and resilient, especially during times when every drop of water matters. Whether you're planting a drought-tolerant garden or upgrading your irrigation system, your GVTC WiFi is the key to smarter water use this summer.
Ready to level up your lawn and save water?
