Luke did an awesome job with redoing my drip line system. He’s work is spot on and he knows his stuff. A top notch bloke to work with too, highly recommended.
Andrew Tang
FAQ
No, we work on an hourly rate and bill for all our time spent on the job. This includes consulting, organising materials, and onsite planning, materials are additional. There is also an initial consultation fee. See our process here.
Good question. Firstly, many reticulation repair companies charge a call out and charge per hour. We are far from being the only company doing this. The most honest answer is that often reticulation has been devalued by people doing cheap quotes and poor-quality work. Anyone can install it as it’s not a registered trade and this has resulted in a very large amount of extremely substandard reticulation systems in Perth. Charging by the hour means that we can spend the time needed on a project to complete the work properly and not cut corners. Unfortunately, we live in a world where time is money and reticulation can take a lot of time up, talking about it, looking at it, and diagnosing it. Charging for our time means we can put our heart and soul into each job for you, but also means we are compensated for our time.
We work hard to also set ourselves apart and run a different type of business. For example, we are not really in the ‘irrigation game’. We are in the ‘make your lawn and garden beautiful, green, and healthy game’. There is a big difference.
If you do a bit of research, typically the range for a reticulation contractor that knows what they are doing and has all the tools and parts is normally $70 per hour to $200 per hour. That’s a pretty big range hey! You may be left thinking, what in the name of retic is going on?
There is also a large range in not only the quality of work, but also the quality of the advice and customer service. While I’m sure that a cheaper provider does not always mean poorer quality work, you know how it goes. Your cheapest quote can end up costing you dearly. You get what you pay for. Again, this is not always guaranteed. People also pay good money for poor work all the time which leads me to my next point.
The most important thing you can do is find someone you can trust who will do a good job and who is right for you. Do you just need a basic service and few heads changed? Well get a mid-level provider. Need a more boutique business to help you? Reach out and find someone who aligns with what you want but make sure they are trustworthy, have a good track record, and will deliver for you.
After all, price is what you pay but value is what you get. We seek to add value in everything we do.
One thing I know for sure is that a very large proportion of irrigation systems in WA are very poorly installed and we have over 20 years expertise, are passionate about what we do, and will do the job properly.
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder. People use us because they want to.
We specialise in overhauling/renovating reticulation systems and don’t do urgent or very small repairs. If we were to do urgent smaller repairs, we would spend all our time doing this and wouldn’t have the time to dedicate to our renovations. Not only that, but it would be very disruptive from a planning perspective and for our clients having to fit lots of urgent repairs in while we are completing projects already pre-booked well in advance. There are lots of businesses out there already who do this type of work.
Why use Retic
Renovation?
Our Process
STEP 1
Site Visit
During our initial consultation, I come to your home or business to assess the situation in person. This is crucial for tailoring our services to meet your specific needs.
What You Get:
- Written Estimate: Provided if possible within the consultation duration.
- On-Site Advice: Immediate insights based on direct assessment.
- Project Understanding: Clarity on what needs doing and the time frame involved.
- Flexible Costing: Due to the variable nature of work, exact costs may not always be immediately available.
- We can do advice-only consults as well! Book us in for an hour to pick our brains!
- Cost: Typically, $330 for 60 minutes. This fee covers the consultation and basic evaluation. Note that larger properties or more complex jobs may incur additional charges.
- Installations and Further Evaluations: $330 for an on-site consult, $220 per hour off-site to prepare estimations for larger jobs or full installs. Extended site visits for installations involve comprehensive pressure tests and discussions about the project, requiring more than the initial hour to develop a detailed proposal.
- Consultation Scheduling: Consultations are usually on Fridays between 7 AM and 1 PM, and occasionally on Saturdays or other days. We value this time as it allows us to fully engage with your project without rushing, ensuring we understand every detail.
STEP 2
We Do the Work!
Upon your approval of our written proposal, which you’ll receive via email, simply respond to schedule the commencement. We handle every aspect of the job, whether large or small. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality workmanship and ensuring all tasks are completed efficiently and to your satisfaction. This phase of our service includes managing all aspects of the project from start to finish, ensuring that every detail is taken care of.
- We aim to minimize disruption to your daily routine and maximize efficiency, all while maintaining the highest standards of safety and quality.
- We provide estimates, not fixed quotes.
- All time on the job is billed, ensuring transparency in billing.
- Minimum project duration is 2 hours.
- We can do a consultation only for $330 for an hour if you wish to pick our brains but then do the work yourself!
- We don’t provide plans but can offer videos of the work upon request. This allows you to see the progress of the job and understand the work involved.
Enjoy Your Reticulation System!
Cost Breakdown:
- Initial Consultation: Starts from $330, including GST, covering our call-out and the first hour on site.
- Call-Out Fee: $110 including GST.
- Hourly Rate: $220 per hour, including GST, charged for all time spent on the job.
- Advice Only: $110 call out and $220 per hour
Parts: Charged at retail pricing, additional to labour.
What our clients have to say
Luke is extremely focused on quality and not cutting corners, something that is rare in the retic industry! Luke has done work at my properties over the years and has great knowledge and attention to detail. I definitely recommend him as someone to trust with your reticulation system, if you’re looking for a lasting water-wise solution. Thanks again mate
Joshua Porter
Found Luke on FB, the information provided on his page really is a true reflection of him. Once we made contact, he worked together with us on several proposals, and we agreed on the one that best fit our budget. We were pleasantly surprised when the final invoice was much less than the initial quote. Communication was always prompt and clear. He even put us in touch with other specialists to get the pump and controller replaced. He is a genuine down to earth guy with a wealth of knowledge which he happily shares. He works really hard and his passion shines through. He is a true professional. We had fun watching him make his slow motion video at the end of the day. Thank you so much Luke.
Joyce Fernandes
After putting up with issues created from a landscaper for too long I engaged Luke to address my suffering lawn and help with bringing it back to life.
Was more than impressed with his knowledge and problem solving as he moved about my yard.
Thanks again for the work Luke!
Russell Morris
I engaged Luke to install my new reticulation in April 2022,I found Luke to be professional at all times and communicated effectively with me during the installation.
I was impressed with Luke’s knowledge and was guided by his experience and extremely happy with his work.
I would recommend Luke to anyone who is thinking of having reticulation installed.
Many thanks Luke a fantastic job.
James Love
Highly recommend Retic Renovation. Luke is very professional and has a wealth of knowledge. Don’t go anywhere else for your retic needs.
Blake Constantine
After years of mending our reticulation as amateurs, without ever having the success of keeping all areas of our large garden looking fabulous, we finally called in the experts. Retic Renovation exceeded our greatest hopes for lawn redemption. The owner Luke was prompt in meeting with us and in an unbelievably short time, found the all important retic isolation valve that in years of digging had never been located. Luke investigated all sections of the reticulation, repaired all faults, and tidied up all areas that had been worked on. To finish, Luke provided us with helpful advice and recommendations for keeping our reticulation spot on. We cannot recommend Retic Renovation more highly.
R and L Henley
If you’re looking for a precise job, with the experience to back it up, Luke is the person in Perth to contact. He’s passionate about making beautiful gardens in Perth for families to enjoy. We have relied on his experience and advice over the years to maintain an optimal full-garden solution. What we really appreciate is that he is upfront and honest, and provides all the details for his clients to make a well-informed decision. We will always return to Luke for our landscaping and retic needs.
Rebecca Quick