Events
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Water Use Surveys (FREE)
This FREE indoor/outdoor water survey may be conducted in-person or virtually. Registration is required, click here. In-Person Survey: requires the…
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Tuesday, October 14, 2025 5:00 pm
Rain to Roots: Water for Your Garden
Learn how to turn rain into a resource! This class explores the best management practices for capturing rainwater in the…
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Wednesday, October 15, 2025 5:00 pm
Irrigation & Controller Basics: Smart Watering
Take the guesswork out of irrigation! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this course offers a…
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Thursday, October 16, 2025 5:00 pm
Drip Irrigation: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Did you know poor irrigation practices are the #1 reason plants fail? Learn how to keep your landscape thriving by…
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Wednesday, October 22, 2025 5:00 pm
CA Friendly® & Native Plant Landscape Training
Transform your outdoor space into a beautiful, water-efficient landscape with our California Friendly® & Native Plant Landscape Training. This engaging and practical…
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Tuesday, October 28, 2025 5:00 pm
Transforming Lawns: A Sustainable Approach
Thinking about removing your lawn? Join us for a class on turf replacement where you’ll learn how to transform your…
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Wednesday, October 29, 2025 5:00 pm
Garden Design Seminar
Ready to create a garden that’s both beautiful and climate-resilient? This design seminar will walk you through the process of…
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Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:00 pm
Irrigation & Controller Basics: Smart Watering
Take the guesswork out of irrigation! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this course offers a…
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Thursday, November 13, 2025 5:30 pm
Drip Irrigation: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Did you know poor irrigation practices are the #1 reason plants fail? Learn how to keep your landscape thriving by…
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Saturday, December 6, 2025 8:00 am
Mulch Giveaway
Join us for this free mulch giveaway! Mulch is available on a first come, first served basis. This is a…
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Saturday, December 6, 2025 9:00 am
Rain Barrel Distribution Event
Prepare for the rainy season by purchasing a rain barrel! Orders will be available for pick up at this event.…
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Thursday, April 23, 2026 6:00 pm
Drip Irrigation: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Did you know poor irrigation practices are the #1 reason plants fail? Learn how to keep your landscape thriving by…
Water Use Surveys (FREE)
Thursday, April 23, 2026 6:00 pm
Your Home or Business
This FREE indoor/outdoor water survey may be conducted in-person or virtually.
Registration is required, click here.
- In-Person Survey: requires the presence of the homeowner or someone over the age of 18.
- Virtual Survey: is conducted with the assistance of the homeowner. WiFi/internet connection is required and the homeowner will need to have an electronic device such as phone or tablet.
- To participate, the property must be located within the city of Diamond Bar, Walnut, Pomona, Industry, West Covina, and Rowland Heights.
- Only one survey per property may be conducted.
Surveys are scheduled on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Funding is limited and submitting an application does not guarantee a survey will be provided.
What to Expect
Indoor
- Indoor device information: make, model, age, water factor, water use.
- Observation of problems with indoor devices including but not limited to leaks, damage, and inefficient use.
Outdoor
- Evaluation of water meter to check for leaks.
- Providing controller information: number of controllers, make, model, age, number of stations in operation, program by station.
- Zone/station information: plant material, sprinkler type, micro-climate, and slope conditions.
- Observation of irrigation problems by zone including valve malfunctions, pressure, sprinkler alignment, drainage, leaks, compaction, runoff, and other conditions that reduce irrigation efficiency or indicate overwatering. Observations shall be made before, during, and after each controller station is operated. Auditor will provide training to the customer or landscape maintenance personnel during the virtual site visit and provide instruction on programming and operating the controller(s).
Participants will receive a written report that includes:
- Data collected during the survey.
- Leak information and the site’s irrigation efficiency including system repairs, equipment updates, and irrigation scheduling.
- Information about available financial incentives to help with the cost of recommended improvements.
Rain to Roots: Water for Your Garden
Tuesday, October 14, 2025 5:00 pm
Online Meeting
Learn how to turn rain into a resource! This class explores the best management practices for capturing rainwater in the landscape using both passive and active methods. Whether you’re planning a rain garden, swales, or storage tanks, we’ll help you make informed, practical decision for your site.
Irrigation & Controller Basics: Smart Watering
Wednesday, October 15, 2025 5:00 pm
Online Meeting
Take the guesswork out of irrigation! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this course offers a comprehensive introduction to irrigation systems, controller programming, and water-use efficiency. Participants will learn how to optimize water use, improve plant health, and reduce runoff by understanding the relationship between soil, water, and system performance.
Drip Irrigation: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Thursday, October 16, 2025 5:00 pm
Online Meeting
Did you know poor irrigation practices are the #1 reason plants fail? Learn how to keep your landscape thriving by making your drip irrigation system more efficient and reliable.
CA Friendly® & Native Plant Landscape Training
Wednesday, October 22, 2025 5:00 pm
Online Meeting
Transform your outdoor space into a beautiful, water-efficient landscape with our California Friendly® & Native Plant Landscape Training. This engaging and practical course introduces participants to the core principles of sustainable landscaping, tailored specifically for California’s unique climate and ecology.
Transforming Lawns: A Sustainable Approach
Tuesday, October 28, 2025 5:00 pm
Online Meeting
Thinking about removing your lawn? Join us for a class on turf replacement where you’ll learn how to transform your yard into a beautiful, sustainable, and water-efficient landscape. This session covers everything from soil preparation and microclimates to site planning and irrigation strategies that support long-term conservation.
Garden Design Seminar
Wednesday, October 29, 2025 5:00 pm
Online Meeting
Ready to create a garden that’s both beautiful and climate-resilient? This design seminar will walk you through the process of planning a landscape that captures rainwater, conserves resources, and thrives with local conditions.
Irrigation & Controller Basics: Smart Watering
Thursday, October 30, 2025 5:00 pm
Online Meeting
Take the guesswork out of irrigation! Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refresh your skills, this course offers a comprehensive introduction to irrigation systems, controller programming, and water-use efficiency. Participants will learn how to optimize water use, improve plant health, and reduce runoff by understanding the relationship between soil, water, and system performance.
Drip Irrigation: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Thursday, November 13, 2025 5:30 pm
Online Meeting
Did you know poor irrigation practices are the #1 reason plants fail? Learn how to keep your landscape thriving by making your drip irrigation system more efficient and reliable.
Mulch Giveaway
Saturday, December 6, 2025 8:00 am
Join us for this free mulch giveaway!
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- Mulch is available on a first come, first served basis.
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- This is a self-serve event. Please bring your own containers and scoop your own mulch.
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- Plastic bags are not recommended; use sturdy bins, buckets, or other reusable containers.
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- No reservations will be accepted.
Rain Barrel Distribution Event
Saturday, December 6, 2025 9:00 am
Prepare for the rainy season by purchasing a rain barrel! Orders will be available for pick up at this event.
Check out the variety of barrels and accessories that Rain Barrels Internationals has to offer!
PRE-PURCHASE IS REQUIRED. ORDER HERE
For more details, call 919-602-6316 or email info@RainBarrelsIntl.com
Drip Irrigation: Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Thursday, April 23, 2026 6:00 pm
Online Meeting
Did you know poor irrigation practices are the #1 reason plants fail? Learn how to keep your landscape thriving by making your drip irrigation system more efficient and reliable.