Sprinklers and Drip Systems

Name: Sprinklers and Drip Systems
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ISBN: 9780897215152

ISBN-10: 089721515X

ISBN-13: 9780897215152

Edition: 2nd 2006 (Revised)

Authors: Ortho Books Staff, Ben Allen

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This newly revised edition provides expert advice on how to grow a lush, green lawn through proper watering with less fuss, less water, and less money. The easy-to-follow, practical format helps readers plan their watering systems, buy the right equipment, and install them with 100-percent confidence. More than 100 full-color photos and illustrations combined with step-by-step instructions show how easy it is to install sprinkler and drip systems. Helpful tips provide lawn enthusiasts with expert knowledge that will give them the most beautiful lawn or garden in the neighborhood, while also helping them conserve water and save money.

Book details

List price: $14.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2006
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
Publication date: 1/18/2006
Binding: Paperback
Pages: 128
Size: 11.00" wide x 8.25" long x 0.25" tall
Weight: 0.880
Language: English




Irrigation Basics


The Advantages of Home Irrigation


Irrigation and Conservation


Irrigation and Local conditions


Investing in Irrigation


Landscaping for Minimal Irrigation



Getting Started


How to Measure, Evaluate, and Plan


Two Important Questions


A Closer Look at Your Property


Drawing a Plan



Sprinkler Irrigation


Selecting Components


Choosing Sprinkler Heads


Choosing Piping Materials


Sizing the Sprinkler System


Putting It All Together


Installing the System



Microirrigation


The Basics of Microirrigation


Selecting Components


Sizing the Microirrigation System


Installing Microirrigation



Using and Repairing an Irrigation System


Using Your System


Performing Routine Maintenance


Repairing the System


Glossary


Index


Metric Conversions