This page outlines the minimum requirements,  along with tips and tricks, for installing the pipes, tubes, and wires for your new irrigation system.  Summary of major points:

• Wet areas to be trenched a couple days in advance.
• Consider hiring someone to dig the trenches.
• Install mainline pipes 18 inches deep.
• Install lateral pipes 8 to 12 inches deep.
• Make provisions for winterizing the system in cold winter climates.
• Use proper methods for gluing PVC fittings to prevent future leaks.
• Use good quality fittings for PEX.
• Don’t forget to install wires in the trenches!
• Sleeve the wires if you have aggressive critters.

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