Reading Time: 2 minutes What is a drip loop and why you need it? I had a conversation about what is a drip loop with an installer from my satellite television provider. I was present when he tried to pull the wire from outside my home into the attic for further distribution. In the past, I have had problems… Read More »
Reading Time: 3 minutes DIY drip irrigation staples DIY drip irrigation staples are not that hard to make.  In fact, I’ve made some for pots. It seems that the hose doesn’t like to stay in the pot once it is full of water and the weight sort of drags it out of the pot. I’ve made two different types of… Read More »
Reading Time: 3 minutes Drip System Repair Kit Setting up a drip system repair kit is essential. Most of the parts tend to be rather small. Tools to repair the system and all the replacement parts in one place is a no-brainer. So I have found that a good collection of 1/2″ couplers will take care of the main… Read More »
Reading Time: 5 minutes Basic drip irrigation Basic drip irrigation is easy to install once you understand how it works and what are its limitations. Drip can cover a large area provided the supply lines are large enough to get the water to the emitters. That’s one of the limitations. Also, the drip system delivers water right to the plant and… Read More »