How Do I Get Commercial Lawn Irrigation Contracts?
- Nate Jones, CPCU, ARM, CLCS, AU
- 5 hours ago
- 2 min read
If you're ready to grow your lawn irrigation business, landing commercial contracts is one of the most profitable and sustainable ways to scale. From apartment complexes and office parks to schools and municipalities, commercial clients offer larger projects, recurring maintenance, and long-term relationships.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to position your business to win commercial lawn irrigation contracts, build trust with property managers, and protect your operations with the right irrigation business insurance.
1. Build a Professional Brand
Commercial clients expect professionalism. Make sure your business has:
A clean, mobile-friendly website
A branded email address (not @gmail.com)
A portfolio of past work (even residential jobs)
Business cards and printed materials
Use SEO keywords like “sprinkler system contractor” and “commercial irrigation services” on your website to attract local searches.
To streamline your operations and free up time for marketing, consider using Contractor Back Office)
They specialize in helping contractors bids and estimates, emails, website, and social media—so you can focus on growing your business.
2. Get Listed on Contractor Bidding Platforms
Many commercial jobs are awarded through bidding portals. Create profiles on:
These platforms connect you with general contractors and property managers looking for irrigation subcontractors.
3. Network with Property Managers and HOAs
Reach out to:
Commercial property managers
Homeowners’ associations (HOAs)
Facility maintenance companies
Offer free consultations or seasonal audits to get your foot in the door. These relationships often lead to recurring contracts.
4. Get Certified and Insured
Commercial clients often require proof of:
Business licenses
Insurance coverage
Certifications (e.g., EPA Water Sense, backflow prevention)
Being properly insured with irrigation business insurance from Wexford Insurance shows you’re a serious, reliable contractor.
5. Respond to RFPs (Requests for Proposals)
Government and institutional clients often post RFPs for landscaping and irrigation work. Check your local:
City or county procurement websites
School district maintenance departments
Parks and recreation departments
Tailor your proposals to highlight your experience, equipment, and insurance coverage.
Protect Your Business with the Right Insurance
At Wexford Insurance, we specialize in helping lawn irrigation contractors secure the coverage they need to win and maintain commercial contracts. Key policies include:
Required by most commercial clients. Covers property damage and injury claims.
Protects your team and keeps you compliant with labor laws.
Covers tools and machinery on job sites and in transit.
Covers vehicles used to transport crews and equipment.
Protects your office, warehouse, or storage facility from fire, theft, and weather damage.
Call to Action
Ready to win bigger contracts and protect your business ?Let Wexford Insurance help you get the coverage you need to confidently bid on commercial lawn irrigation projects.
