Orbit Controllers ‘Off Power’ symbol
I got a call to look at this retic system where the control box was displaying the ‘off power’ water droplet symbol. (see the left side of the display) I wasn’t sure what it meant or how it got
Yanchep Capricorn Estate Reticulation
I don’t know how many people have checked their water pressure in the Capricorn estate in Yanchep, but after working on a job today I was shocked at how poor the water pressure is. In a backyard of 5m x
How to Cut PVC Pipe (Easily)
You can use the good ole hacksaw, but there is a better way. The hacksaw leaves burred edges and can be unwieldy, but a good set of PVC cutters will slice thru PVC and black poly easily and give a clean
Which One is the Common Wire to My Reticulation Solenoids?
Sometimes you find yourself working on a job where the original installer decided to save money by simply using the same colour wire all around. Its ‘black’ wire to the master, the stations and the common rather than the
Garden Reticulation – Which Method is Best?
When it comes to watering your garden you have several choices: a) Microsprays – these are the most commonly used product as they generate a lot of water can be targeted at individual plants and are also cheap.
Low Water Pressure in Jindowie?
I’ve only done a couple of jobs in the new Yanchep estate of Jindowie, but what is most noticeable about this area is the very low water pressure. I have no idea why the pressure is so poor, but I
Reticulation Repairs in Yanchep & Two Rocks
So this one has a bit of special interest for me because we plan on moving to Yanchep around the middle of the year. This week we should hear on finance approval for the new place and then its
