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Question re Antique Weathermatic Valve
by mrfixit (Today, 1:42pm)
A controller can make your life easier...but only if it's easy to operate and performs as promised. There are numerous choices. Look here to help narrow down your decision. (Residential vs Commercial, Indoor vs Outdoor, # of Zones, Flexibility, Brand).
by delivery (Sep 19th 2017, 1:56pm)
Need help deciding if a remote control for your sprinkler system is worth the investment? Start pumps, valves and sprinklers without going back to the controller. Weather sensors (rain shutoff, freeze shutoff, and wind-Rain-Freeze sensors). Lets talk!
Noisy Anti-Backflow Valve used with booster pump
by Wet_Boots (Apr 23rd 2018, 8:10am)
There are 5 types of backflow prevention assemblies (Air Gap, AVB, PVB, DC, and RP; but, these are not all equally acceptable as protection against all types of hazards. Look here for help in choosing the correct device to protect your drinking water.
by sb3kc1cb (Today, 5:19pm)
Control valves divide your system into sections or zones and are controlled by the controller. Look here for help determining which ones you need? What size should you use? Which ones are recommended for dirty water? Do you need flow control or not?
Using Fertilizer Injector with Subsurface Drip
by Craigman87 (Jul 11th 2017, 11:14am)
Fertigation is the process of delivering small amounts of fertilizer through the sprinkler system each time the system is operated. Installing and operating these kits are very easy. Look here to discuss ease of use and benefits.
by JoelF (Apr 21st 2018, 11:10am)
What kind of sprinklers should you use, pop-up sprays or rotors? It depends on what's being watered. There are 3 basic sprinkler types: gear driven/impact single stream rotary sprays, fixed pattern sprays, and bubblers. Is it better to use a certin brand?
5 Types of Pumps: Displacement Pumps, Centrifugal Pumps, Submersible Pumps, Floating Pumps, and Turbines & Jet Pumps This forum covers: Types of Pumps, Pressure vs. Flow, Selecting a Pump, Pump Hydraulics, Booster Pumps, Buying a Pump, Pump Curves, and Pump Controls
by Wet_Boots (Mar 24th 2018, 8:26am)
We answer questions and have discussions here about all the other stuff such as fittings, the best way to connect a sprinkler tothe pipe, wire selection, the best tools for the job, and anything else that falls into the misc category.
by diybill (Oct 7th 2016, 11:35am)
This Brand or That Brand....Is one better than the other? Want to know which brand the professionals are using for your application? Comments or experiences with a particular Brand product are Welcome.
by Wet_Boots (Jul 9th 2012, 12:20pm)
A Hose end product is anything that attaches to the end of a hose and is used to water the landscape or garden. Look here to have your questions answered: Do traveling sprinklers really follow the path of the hose? Do motion activated sprinklers work?