BUNDLE
Premium Software Bundle
Get more from your Rachio controller with Valve Monitoring and Heat Wave Boost. Premium software upgrades that keep your sprinkler system running at its best and protect your yard. Buy both together and save $10. Only compatible with third-generation Rachio controllers.
One-time purchase per controller, no subscriptions
Key Benefits
Calibrate once, then your controller tests the electrical current running through every valve on every run automatically. Get alerted if an issue is detected.
Get recommendations when the forecast triggers your rules to avoid over or underwatering your plants. Accept, modify, or dismiss suggestions.
No subscription. Both features are unlocked permanently on your controller the moment you activate them.
How It Works
1. Purchase the bundle online
2. We'll email you one redemption code for Valve Monitoring and one for Heat Wave Boost
3. Open the Rachio App and tap "ADD" on the property, then activate each feature using its code
4. Calibrate Valve Monitoring and set your Heat Wave Boost rules (or use our defaults)
5. The Rachio App handles the rest
About Valve Monitoring
During a one-time calibration, your Rachio controller records the normal current draw (milliamps) for each zone. On every future run, it compares live current to that baseline to catch issues early. A drop below 30 mA flags a disconnected or failed valve; a spike above 400 mA signals a possible short. You can view a color-coded health status for all zones anytime in the Rachio App, and your irrigation pro can see alerts too, if you've shared access with them.
About Heat Wave Boost
Heat Wave Boost monitors your local forecast and recommends schedule adjustments based on rules you set. It works with all schedule types.
Heat Rule Example
- Trigger: Temperature above 95°F for 3+ days
- Action: Increase watering by 20%
- Result: A 30-minute zone becomes 36 minutes
Cool Rule Example
- Trigger: Temperature below 65°F for 4+ days
- Action: Decrease watering by 15%
- Result: A 30-minute zone becomes 25.5 minutes
