How to Connect Drip Irrigation to a Hose Bibb, Faucet or Spigot - and automate it!

Watch and learn how to connect a drip irrigation system to a hose bibb. In addition to the initial connection at the faucet, I'll show you the step-by-step process to create a simple, automated DIY drip irrigation system to easily water your plants - including how to attach drip emitters and micro-tubing. No plumbing skills required! **A note about backflow prevention: It's best practice to include a backflow prevention device in any irrigation system to prevent contaminants from entering your water supply. I forgot to mention it in this video because we're working on a dedicated irrigation line (separate from our house water) that already has a backflow device installed upstream. If you do not have a backflow preventer already installed, add one separately or use a 4-in-1 faucet adapter (rather than a 3-in-1 I used in the video) that has a backflow device included - linked below. The written blog article that accompanies this video (with photos) can be found here: homesteadandchill.com/connect-drip-irrigation-hose… Supplies used in this video: -1/2" irrigation tubing: www.amazon.com/dp/B000WU5GGQ?ref=exp_deannacat3_dp… - 4-in-1 faucet adapter (including backflow preventer): www.amazon.com/dp/B076C7G7NF?ref=exp_deannacat3_dp… - 3-in-1 faucet adapter (no backflow preventer): www.amazon.com/dp/B004LP5WRQ?ref=exp_deannacat3_dp… - 2 outlet hose timer: www.amazon.com/dp/B008VDULGG?ref=exp_deannacat3_dp… - Single outlet hose timer: www.amazon.com/dp/B004INGS8S?ref=exp_deannacat3_dp… - Y-Valve or hose splitter: www.amazon.com/dp/B07RF14N5L?ref=exp_deannacat3_dp… - Drip emitters: www.amazon.com/dp/B0049C76S4?ref=exp_deannacat3_dp… -A punch, used to add holes and attach emitters to the ½” black supply line. We used a simple hand punch in the video, but this option is much easier to use: www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y5MV6CP?ref=exp_deannacat3_dp… - Galvanized landscape staples/stakes: www.amazon.com/dp/B01EWH0VWS?ref=exp_deannacat3_dp… - 1/4" micro tubing: www.amazon.com/dp/B01J34X08C?ref=exp_deannacat3_dp…

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