Programming an Astronomical Timer for Year-Round Sunset Operation
Program an astronomical timer for reliable dusk-to-dawn or sunset operation year-round. Set location, offsets and schedules correctly the first time.
Installing a Drip Irrigation System for Garden Beds and Foundation Plantings
Install a drip irrigation system for garden beds and foundation plantings. A water-efficient DIY project covering layout, parts and step-by-step setup.
How to Winterize Outdoor Landscape Lighting in Cold Climates
Prep low-voltage landscape lighting for winter in 60-90 minutes. Address snow, ice and freeze-thaw issues so the system runs reliably all season.
How to Replace a Landscape Lighting Bulb Without Damaging the Socket
Replace landscape lighting bulbs the right way. Learn removal and seating technique that protects socket contacts and keeps fixtures working for years.
How to Reaim Landscape Lights After a Year of Plant Growth
Plants grow and lighting drifts. Learn how to reaim landscape lights after a year of growth so the system looks intentional again in one evening.
How to Re-Tension a Loose Stake-Mounted Light and Keep It from Sagging Again
Fix a loose, tilting stake-mounted landscape light in about a minute and learn the reset technique that keeps the fixture from sagging again.
How to Install a Rain Sensor and Wire It to Most Controllers
Install a rain sensor and wire it to almost any irrigation controller. A one-hour upgrade that stops watering in the rain and cuts water waste.
How to Install a Pop-Up Sprinkler Head on an Existing Lateral
Add a pop-up sprinkler head to an existing lateral line in 30-60 minutes. Learn how to cut in a tee, set head height and connect the new head correctly.
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