PVC Drip Irrigation System

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PVC Drip Irrigation System | EASY DIY

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In this video, Robert explains his process for creating a PVC drip irrigation system for his raised square foot garden.
Robert also shows how he is using his rain barrel water system that can be controlled by his smart phone to turn the drip irrigation system on and off.
A comparison between class 200 and schedule 40 PVC is also performed, and Robert explains his thoughts between the two types.
Overall, Robert’s goal was to keep the overall cost low for creating a DIY PVC drip irrigation system but also making the system easy to disassemble, reassemble and flexible for different types of gardens.
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Below you can find the majority of the parts and cut dimensions Robert used in the video.
Parts / Items Used In Video:
► PVC Pipe - www.homedepot....
► PVC Ball Valve - amzn.to/3f7igVO
► PVC Tee - amzn.to/3f5u2jF
►PVC 90 Degree Elbow - amzn.to/2QFDeC2
►PVC Male Adapter - www.homedepot....
►PVC FNPT x FHT Swivel (Garden Hose Adapter) - www.homedepot....
►PVC End Cap - amzn.to/3oBn899
►Oatey PVC Primer & Cement - amzn.to/3bGAU55
►Telfon Tape - amzn.to/3oBStYY
►1/16” Drill Bit - amzn.to/3f5sN47
►3” Exterior Screws - amzn.to/3f72NW8
►EXPO Black Marker - amzn.to/3oBRNCU
►Power Drill - amzn.to/2SaWYOn
Optional Items:
►Quick Grip Clamps (Kit): amzn.to/39Iripd
PVC Cut Dimensions & Quantity
►5x - 68-3/4”
►5x - 2-3/4”
►4x - 10-1/2”
►2x - 2-1/2”

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@WildBillyGardening 2 жыл бұрын

Man, this is all so diligent, clean and accurate for everything. My garden looks entirely like I just looked and went "eh, good enough" for everything built after this haha

@jennhoff03 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! I guess this is the difference between having a gardening youtuber explain a build and having a diy builder explain a build. This is by far the best video I've seen on how to do this. Thank you!

@liammcmillan7086 2 жыл бұрын

As an irrigation contractor I gotta say this is a super weird way to do it lol. Like the creative aspect, but honestly using proper dripline is so much easier and better looking (not soaker hose, actual dripline - lookup rainbird dripline). All you need is some stakes and some barbed fittings to put it together. You can do a grid like in this video. The barbed fittings just need to be inserted into the dripline and that's it - no clamps or glueing. Each dripline hole (emitter) is pressure regulated and ensures that 0.9 gallons per hour comes out of each emitter so you have even watering.

@ryandalion8379 2 жыл бұрын

My first thoughts as well

@mblandstar Жыл бұрын

I'm going to do some research but I think the pvc would be cheaper

@chukwuemerie Жыл бұрын

You are correct. The cost per square metre is too much. It is just a creative exercise ,I guess.

@warzshadow9701 Жыл бұрын

The dripline methods seems difficult is you do hard density garden. I have 3 raised 4 x 6. I plant lettuce, carrots, radishes, small plants between my taller . I was looking at soaker hoses, the drip lines..but putting all those individual holes for the sprayers seems a lot of work. I found on a different video, "The Garden Grid System ". I'm looking at that.

@neckbone3943 Жыл бұрын

I'm also an Irrigation contractor and can't agree more. You can also use poly pipe and put emitters in with the gph range you need. There are so many better ways to do this...I have to smh.

@ourbackyardlife9380 Жыл бұрын

By far the best instructional PVC irrigation video!! This fall my family will be installing a PVC irrigation to our newly acquired land. Thank you for making this video...I'd give it 10 stars our of 5 if I could!

@patrickchandlier195 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for putting this video out ! I have tried everything to water my garden without me having to hand water each plant. This video is clear to follow and so instructive. I can't wait to start a garden this year with this irrigation technique. Thank you again for this easy to follow watering tips and supply list. 🙂

@ComplacencyKills99 2 жыл бұрын

I just want to say, you're awesome! I don't know how I have not stumbled on to your videos before now but I am glad that I did finally. The level of instructional detail that you provide is wonderful and missing in so many other's attempts to do the same. You've given me some great ideas to add to my garden. I hope you make more videos. Thanks!

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Militant!

@bestill6635 2 жыл бұрын

@@GreenTechTown 💯 What he said 👆🏼Great system; great job.

@robbyers7614 Жыл бұрын

@@bestill6635 it's still considered feedback. It's positive feedback.

@semsimama2191 Жыл бұрын

Your wife is a lucky woman to have a handyman as yourself. I have to do all my gardening so I guess it will be the water hose doing my job. Was fun watching though.

@J3mdA 2 жыл бұрын

I love the idea of the pvc pipe rather than tubing! Well done and thanks a lot for the video.

@magniankh 4 ай бұрын

One of the better videos I've seen on the subject, thank you! Also extremely helpful that you listed the parts!

@WhatOfficalTM 2 жыл бұрын

So simple, yet so freaking smart. Thank you for putting this in a way anybody could understand. Unless you don’t understand English.

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Cj YT!

@RJ-ht7lq 2 жыл бұрын

Man, your videos are top notch. Informative, clear, clean and very thorough. Wish i would have found you before i started my solar water system!

@paulk5311 3 жыл бұрын

lots of work initially to set it up but each year after that there would be little cost or work involved. growing healthy food yourself is so satisfying and rewarding. i have been gardening for years and for me there is nothing like getting out in the garden and enjoying the quiet. i like to go barefooted in my garden as it connects me with the earth. even if you do raised beds you can take your shoes off and work your garden. try it if you have not in the past. you may find it will refresh you mind and body.

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting and thanks for sharing Paul K! Maybe one day I will :D

@VardaMusic 2 жыл бұрын

I live in central Texas, and now that it’s late June, getting out to hand water the garden in the morning...it’s already hot! I’ve been intimidated by how to put together a PVC pipe watering system and have put it off way too long. Thank you for this extremely detailed video, which has inspired me to finally tackle this. All the steps, like using teflon tape, and not permanently glueing the long pieces of pipe...it’s so smart and it’s the stuff I knew I wasn’t thinking about haha... Subscribed!

@VardaMusic 2 жыл бұрын

Also I just noticed all the LINKS in your video description...you rock!

@everestenergy7260 5 ай бұрын

Very inspiring. Here in Kenya we have dry spells during the year. This has given me the solution to keeping Mama's kitchen garden green round the year

@idawilcox5275 Жыл бұрын

OOH you cut collard greens like my family do. It is rare that I find someone who cut up greens the same way. LOVE IT

@krisgr5237 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Very clear instructions and supply listings and beautifully filmed and put together also . Thanks so much, love the straight line trick!

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kris and glad it was helpful! :D

@moreinformationneeded1310 2 жыл бұрын

I "hit that like button"...love the information and explanation you gave without wasting dear sweet time. Keep'em coming!

@imatugwaddle2291 Жыл бұрын

GENIUS !!!!! You are the man of my dreams !!!!!!!!

@ibrstellar1080 2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video with excellent advice and knowledge with a step by step breakdown of each stage.

@ElementX32 3 жыл бұрын

You sir, are one intelligent human being. My wife and I are looking to buy land in Texas, because we want to control what we're eating and your videos have given me a lot of ideas.

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks & awesome to hear Derrick!

@jedd.5407 2 жыл бұрын

Man, I wish I had seen this BEFORE I put my PVC drip system in. Thank you for the video!

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

No problem!

@charitysmith7486 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Your videos are so informative and your instruction is so clear. Thank you so much!

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@seven8n235 2 жыл бұрын

This is a good system, I made one for my hugelkultur raised bed. My tubes were 14 ft long with 1/16" holes every 3 inches. You can get away without valves. I put restrictor disc's that were home made from plastic rod, with about 3/8" opening into the two outer tubes to more or less equalize the flow. Saves the expense and space used with valves. I really didn't glue anything since all fit snug. Good job on the video!

@whoofoto 2 жыл бұрын

Seven8n2, Could you explain a bit more about your restrictor disc's and why they worked.

@kjcayado Жыл бұрын

You’re such a fantastic teacher! Fun to watch!!

@Teatimealways 5 ай бұрын

Thank you for the detailed steps and materials used. Very helpful!!

@JohnJohn-wr1jo 3 жыл бұрын

Very good video. I love the tips on marking and cutting the pvc. I too have been experimenting with many different systems for raised beds and all have pros and cons. I have installed a new system this year that is cloned off of a commercial irrigation system for strawberry farming. The "drip" hose is entirely under the surface and waters the roots saving a lot of water vs above ground irrigation. Only in operation for 2 months but as dry as we have been in the mid Atlantic this spring its already paying dividends.

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear John! And thanks for sharing!

@yotatundra1526 2 жыл бұрын

Nice, installing in my bed in 2 wks. Great job informative straight to the point. 👍🏽

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Yotatundra!

@carlosskelton9790 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.... excellent video and it’s good to hear safety codes for consideration. 👍 nice job and layout.

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Carlos!

@cbdbc 2 жыл бұрын

I watched one and now I'm hooked. Good job. I love all of your videos.

@leootp22 2 жыл бұрын

These are some of the coolest videos I have watched on KZfaq ever. I will be trying this out for sure. What I really appreciate about your videos is that you explain what you are using and how. That makes it much less daunting attempting this myself. Props!

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback leootp22!

@lilbiscuitable 3 жыл бұрын

This is my comment for the You Tube Algorithm. This is awesome.

@dragally1 2 жыл бұрын

That is one nice way to water a garden. I was really impressed UNTIL, you brought out that Junk H-F Drummond water transfer pump. They are such junk; I have gone through a pack of 6 impellers with those things until I got smart (and you can too) and started using RV water pumps. I use Shurflo or the equivalent, 3gpm and can be run dry for quite a while and have 40-55 psi depending on which one is used with no impellers and no water loss. The bonus is they are only $20 or so dollars more than that junk and will last for years of constant use. Anyway, it sounds like I didn't enjoy your video, but I did!!!

@TrehanCreekOutdoors Жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial video. Was looking for a well planned PVC irrigation system tutorial as I want to create a set up like yours for my SF method raised beds. You video is perfect for what I need. Lot's of great tips for the construction methods too, which is greatly appreciated. Thanks for sharing this video.

@GreenTechTown Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Glad to hear it helped!

@johngagne33 Жыл бұрын

I like this way of doing it. I read the contractors comment and I have used similar stuff from crop king. I mix my water and fertilizer in a tank and pump it into the system. I have had emitters that clog and the punch hole and the barbs connection was not always the best. I use a pvc system similar to this now and for me it is better.

@GreenTechTown Жыл бұрын

Good info to know. Thanks for sharing!

@mikebond6328 Ай бұрын

Such as in life, you get out what you put in.

@bigfoottoo2841 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, now I know how I am going to water my shrubs

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome!

@paultremblay2343 3 жыл бұрын

Very craftsman level work by Robert. This system seems a lot more durable than the drip systems that include 1/2 inch and 1/4 inch perforated tubing. The only thing missing is a fertilizer injector!

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul, and yes, I've stubbled upon those fertilizer injectors while watching other videos here on KZfaq and considering seeing how I may add it to my system.

@sharppeak6583 Жыл бұрын

use a water soluble fertilizer right in the IBC totes

@richardgoeltz3769 2 жыл бұрын

You’ve done an amazing job with this. Your directions are explicit and clear. Thanks.

@bernardboudreau9534 Жыл бұрын

Very impressive Robert!! It's given me some ideas for my indoor garden system.

@GreenTechTown Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear!

@Reapererebos 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another great video.

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear Ali and thanks for sharing!

@jlynch877 Жыл бұрын

What an amazing video. Thank you so much for the description. This is such a smart system. I'll try it on one of my raised beds this season, not sure if I'll be able to do the others. I already have a tower system set-up that uses an overhead drip system.

@dawnross644 2 жыл бұрын

I just discovered you….I wish you was my son ! Brilliant!

@atletaentregao 2 жыл бұрын

Good video, thanks for sharing. Greentings from Puerto Rico.

@lesboucher542 2 жыл бұрын

You might like to add an in-line water filter near to your water barrel. It will help save you from having to clean out your water jets so often.

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Les Boucher for the suggestion. My newer setup does have a filter near the rain barrels.

@AprilMoffatt Ай бұрын

Wow, this was so helpful. Thank you.

@barbmcrae4023 2 жыл бұрын

So clear and specific instructions, easy to follow. Thanks!

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear Barb!

@danaodefey4469 3 жыл бұрын

You make the best videos that I have seen!! Should do it professionally for others, too. Keep up the GREAT work. Thank you.

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dana for the feedback! :D

@keithrobinson7638 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent work and demonstration!

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Keith!

@SuchaCaligrrl 3 жыл бұрын

Very very helpful and informative. Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge. I was looking to build something similar.

@berly6412 2 жыл бұрын

I've been using a PVC system for years. I have found a system that I believe is cheaper and adaptable. I use two hoses that run from my 1HP garden well pump. Each hoses connects to a row of raised beds that have 4 beds each. I can water these 8 beds at one time. I have a PVC with a hose thread that is glued to a section of 3/4 inch PVC. That is how I attach my hose. But the rest of my system is not glued together and it does not leak or fall apart. I use 3/4 pipe along the edges of my 4 beds that are in a row. Each Raised Bed is 10 feet long. I come off my 3/4 inch pipe with 3 way connectors that go from 3/4 pvc pipe to 1/2 pvc pipe . The pipe that goes into the bed is a 10 ft long 1/2 PVC pipe. I use a cap at the end of each 10 ft piece to stop the water. I drilled small holes along the side of each 1/2 PVC pipe. Since my system is not glued together I can change it each year depending on what I plant in that bed. If I need more then I put in more 1/2 pipes. Also if I decide in the middle that i don't want to water with a particular 1/2 PVC line...then unhook that pipe and insert a small 4 inch section of 1/2 PVC pipe with a cap on it. I wish I could share pictures because it would more easily show you my set up. My system has been adapted from many KZfaq videos that I saw about 8 years ago. Thanks I enjoy the video.

@joetate8526 2 жыл бұрын

Great info . Makes it simple and clean.

@ImranKhan-gc1tl 2 жыл бұрын

Really well done video. Great production.

@joachimsmith 2 жыл бұрын

Great project and explanation

@Big1John 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your videos Robert. Keep 'em coming.

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@jarodmorris611 3 жыл бұрын

I just subscribed. Hope you get back to posting videos. You have really good content and your explanations are way better than most people on YT.

@gunterbraunkinder4876 2 жыл бұрын

Bro, just a quick info. The Teflon Tape is not to make it easy to connect but to provide a water tight seal to avoid leaks. It serves like a gasket but in/on a thread. Great Job though. Nice System.

@ezosoro 2 жыл бұрын

This is a great idea! PVC is toxic so I would have to find a different material to do this with.

@lbarnes8207 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome job on this video!👍 Very informative and well laid out. Definitely going to give this a try. Thanks!😊

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Go for it.

@khassoumdiatta4023 Жыл бұрын

Very Nice set up

@GreenTechTown Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@carls9681 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks for taking the time to do this for us!

@stephenkirby1514 3 жыл бұрын

Great tutorial!!!! Thanks for de-mystifying this project! Keep it up!

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Stephen!

@taililly2483 3 жыл бұрын

Great video & clear instructions that were easy to follow. Nice diagrams too. Will be checking out your other videos.

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Tai!

@gluberfandenflaskersoff7964 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, thank you.

@Mostruggles 3 жыл бұрын

Great idea. Really good presentation of info. Thanks

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mostruggles! :)

@bolapromatoqueejogodecampe8718 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent! Thank you very much.

@pjnealon3476 2 жыл бұрын

Dude, you make fantastic videos. They are informative, understandable and extremely detailed. Thanks so much. God bless.

@therusticranchgarden 2 жыл бұрын

Great info. I’m looking into doing an irrigation for my garden beds. Thanks

@PatriciaHegger-cr4lh 5 ай бұрын

Thank you. Very informative.

@hilarygrebowicz4787 2 жыл бұрын

I loved it. Very comprehensive and therow.

@noirprncess 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video!

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@markcorson3815 2 жыл бұрын

Awsome mate.. I'd like to experiment with bigger holes on top of the tubing with the tubing placed closer to lettuce both sides in order to quicken watering times to minimize the house pump working

@MadamePele-dr6yh 3 ай бұрын

Phenomenal video! Thanks very much!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

@yardleykennedy9689 2 жыл бұрын

Well done. Thanks for sharing!!!

@maxmintz511 3 жыл бұрын

Superb presentation!

@badeadrian 2 жыл бұрын

I'm using garden hose with adjustable nozzle instead of holes... and I'm using the water from the rain water barrel...I do have a electronic valve with 7days to choose how many times a day or a week to water the plants... I'm still working on it to install in the garden... today

@jeremywilkes7387 2 жыл бұрын

very clean look, i am going to have to do this for my greenhouse

@giaginette1 2 жыл бұрын

This is a phenomenal video. Thank you for the amazing information.

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

You are welcome and thanks for the feedback!

@fergferguson7370 Жыл бұрын

Good video jimmy…excellent camera work and editing👍

@TheWormeryLLC Жыл бұрын

Love your channel !!!

@iamdjsluggo 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Well executed, great production value, well laid out and presented… Subbed!!!

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks iamdjsluggo!

@traviss589 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff. Thanks for putting annotations in there. I know that took a lot of editing.

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me know, as you are right, it does take time :D Glad someone understands!

@elizabethhendriks9030 2 жыл бұрын

excellent video i love your style, ability to educate so well!. perfect mix of talk, music and humor. i appreciate all the how to and why’s you discuss. Just subscribed and hit bell for all new videos and can’t wait to watch all your videos!

@mattisking40 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial, thank you for the info.

@TRINITY-ks6nw 3 жыл бұрын

Well done SIR

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Trinity

@MosaicHomestead 3 жыл бұрын

I like your set up, im going to be using rain harvesting water, im also using a 12v pump, but I set up my 12v pump with a pressure accumulation tank, the pump will be running on solar....you sold me on the pvc, im having problems ordering a drip irrigation system, I live in Puerto Rico 🇵🇷

@GreenTechTown 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome to hear. Good luck with your project!

@odlahemma5137 2 жыл бұрын

I love your videos! Thank you ☺️

@travisgillespie2819 2 жыл бұрын

Very cool, thanks for sharing 👍

@garrypienaar5883 2 жыл бұрын

great video

@secondadventmessengerminis3594 3 жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you. I use drip tape irrigation for my garden. But this is great idea for my greenhouse raised beds.

@joewaldner6986 2 жыл бұрын

Very well done! I learned a lot and you're a great content creator.

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joe!

@jilz337 Жыл бұрын

Excellent!!!

@kodzogbeasese5464 6 ай бұрын

It's amazing you are the best

@user-yq8ld2gm4c Жыл бұрын

Привет из Ташкента спасибо за полезный информацию

@zpoedog 3 жыл бұрын

WELL DONE!

@TakeNoneForTheTeam 2 жыл бұрын

excellent videography! thank you too for the content.

@GreenTechTown 2 жыл бұрын

No problem Michael. Glad to hear it was helpful.

@dobraydien7242 Жыл бұрын

A smart Gardner puts in underground watering. I know it can be because a farmer did this to his 3000 acre alfalfa feilds, he gets about 4-5 cuts per season over the 2-3 from above ground...