Recent content by dmc in nc

Just for clarification ... The built-in vacuum breaker device makes it safe to use a standard backflow preventer for a drip system on the hose bib (even with emitters above the hose bib)? And ... There's no way to have a time downstream of the hose bib b/c of the continuous pressure without...

We just moved into a townhome with a very small yard. We would like to install a drip irrigation system from our hose bib that's on a simple timer. The more we looked, the more we became concerned with backflow prevention and 'continuous use' of the hose bib. Here are the concerns: We have...

My subdivision is going in, and I've been watching the construction of my neighbors' homes. I noticed that the outside hose bibs are being mounted on rather unattractive blocks that protrude from the house siding. As I understand it, the bibs are freeze-proof and need at least 6"...