DIY Sprinkler System That Digitally Maps Out Your Yard

This DIY sprinkler system video tutorial is all about how to install a sprinkler system from start to finish. This is a Irrigreen sprinkler system that can digitally map out your yard to avoid wasting water. Bring Your Own Tools (#BYOTools 195).
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CHAPTERS:
0:00 - Intro
1:50 - Sprinkler Layout and Trenching
4:10 - PVC Pipe Install
7:14 - Plumbing Connections
15:33 - Electrical Irrigation Connections
18:30 - Prinkler Testing and Maping
19:30 - Final Sprinkler Install
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[@javyesquivel8711]

10:04 PSA never use a plastic or pvc female adapter and a metal male end, the pvc will crack over time on the outside. It’s always better to have a pvc male end into a metal female end for any pvc to metal connections. Im a licensed plumber btw

[@westhavenor9513]

Word

[@manuelcuesta7072]

Is not common in the US to use polyethylene tubes for things like this ? Like here in Europe is pretty inexpensive and reliable is used for drinking water and watering plants

[@javyesquivel8711]

@@manuelcuesta7072 we do use it in the USA but certain pvc fittings will crack overtime when connect to metal fittings

[@Friedrich-Wilhelm-1980]

you also missed the GALVANIZED pipe that will make the water toxic and non potable it the kids or dog play in it

[@jonathanbuzzard1376]

@@javyesquivel8711 Polyethylene is not PVC, its a completely different material that won't crack period and is way more robust for underground usage. It would be the go to pipe material for this application in Europe.

[@user-tm3pw3ug3c]

Brent that galvanized pipe you used before the backflow preventer is against code in most states. The reason for this is it will rust, and that rust will get into your drinking water. FYI

[@bdpgarage]

In addition to that, the galvanized pipe screwing into a copper pipe inside the wall is galvanic corrosion point if copper is in the wall side. You can install a brass union in there to isolate the steel from the copper.

[@arc-michaelr9580]

😱

[@RFC3514]

I remember designing a similar system (without the fancy app, just using some solenoid valves and an Arduino) ages ago, when a friend of mine complained about the way his sprinklers always covered a circle (or a section of a circle) and his lawn was square. We didn't have an exact way to detect the sprinkler's orientation, though, so it drifted a bit over time.

[@minhacasami]

11:49 this type of faucet closes the water near the connection, preventing the pipes from blowing up due to the water freezing. With the new system fully open, extra care might be needed

[@bayani3]

Wow that is amazing!!! So adjustable, it’s awesome to be able to minimize the water waste and also avoid spraying neighbors 😂😂😂.

[@kwelitysoul]

That's really impressive. Something I've always wanted to do, big props!

[@heavy1metal]

For another leak test to make sure nothing is going on inside the wall - before you start go look at your water meter and make sure it's not increasing (verifying you don't have a pre-existing leak). Then after you've performed your work and turn the water back on - go look at the meter again and ensure it's not increasing.

[@michaelgraff6978]

When you put PVC together, the primer should still be wet when you apply the cement. Also, you should rotate the part once inserted, rather than just push them together or wiggle them as you put them together. This will make a much stronger physical bond and make a much more reliable water-tight conneciton.

[@xbubblehead]

I think that's called following the manufacturer's directions. Amazing the number of people who don't bother with them, especially in videos aimed at educating the rest of us.

[@jooper99]

Lost me at "cloud controller".

[@BYOTools]

What's your issue with a cloud controller? Its literally recording clouds lol!

[@GeekIWG]

Indeed. If their server ever shuts down or they decide they no longer want to support this particular product, then you'll just be forced to pull out the entire sprinkler system and buy and install a new one. Not to mention what happens if you lose internet connection.

[@MustafaAlammar]

These controllers work offline, so lack of continuous connectivity isn't an issue.

[@abhimanit12]

@@GeekIWGdude you don’t know anything about this, you just need connectivity to calibrate through the app , after that is done, it just runs offline.

[@BenCos2018]

@@BYOTools if they ever shutdown their servers your system pretty much doesn't work for the fancy cloud stuff also means another random device connected through wifi....why they can't add use ethernet at least I don't know or at the very least have it in there as an option and a local system means it's much easier to play around with regard to diy stuff

[@Dortchskii]

My mom owns an irrigation company out of San Antonio, and she was just telling me about these new heads, the ol' algorithm recommended me your vid as a result. fyi irrigators and plumbers are different professions, and require different licensing. i'm not sure what your local regulations require, but i recommend that you give a backflow inspector a call and have it inspected, then have it re-inspected once a year. it will run you around about 100 Dollars, catching and replacing a failed backflow valve would cost about 300-400 dollars, but that could save you thousands in repairs, or at the least the cost of repairing it your self. great vid btw, i won't offer further advice because this is not my area of expertise, but ill share with her and she might come on the line with advice.

[@paulliquori4824]

Was actually interested in this and thought, I only need 2 heads as well, can't be that much. The controller alone is $1500 lol. My whole unit with a discount would run $2300 for 2 sprinkler heads???

[@00HiGhGuY00]

Seems like a really good system. I'd like to see them come out with a soil moisture sensor that wires into their system. You could place the sensor/s in your yard, then rather than just running on a schedule it'll run only when the soil moisture drops below a set point. If it's a really rainy period, the system might not have to run at all, in a dryer period, it could run as needed to maintain the optimal moisture level, or until you've reached the limit of your budget (water bills) or local watering restrictions. For a flat yard with all the same type of grass, you'd probably only need a single sensor even for a large area like and acre. In other situations, it could be advantageous to use multiple sensors placed strategically. For example, bottom vs top of a slope, full sun vs heavily shaded areas, different types of grass in front/back yards, turf grass vs mulch beds with different types of plants/shrubs.

[@Riveloperinc]

The concept is solid. I can’t justify the added cost of each head along with power cost to offset cost of any water waste. Especially since sprinkler heads can be bought in different sizes and rotations. If you had a very large space, and had lots of trees, sidewalks, decks, or anything else that was getting soaked, then maybe. The tech is relatively simple. If they could get that cost down to about $40 per head, which is still a bit pricey then it may hold more appeal. I have a good idea that whatever they are using to seal the electronics and motor isn’t going to last more than a couple years. Moving parts is wear and tear. Put those outside, just speeds up the failure rate.

[@ajdizzle4shizzle]

Great project! Just one question/concern…Won’t the galvanized to brass connection cause galvanic corrosion?

[@btenor1]

Sure will.

[@philipstreechon4523]

I hope you did not get it @ Ace I got a galvanized plug last year and it was all covered in rust after one season made in !!!!!. @@btenor1

[@bothfeetin]

Absolutely!

[@markgriff9265]

You should never use galvanized pipe for water supply. Galvanized pipe material will slowly leach into the water, which is vey bad for you if you drink. Plus, the water will eventually rust that pipe, once the galvanization is gone. You can buy a piece of copper and either use a “shark bite” type of fitting (easiest) or “sweat” on a copper fitting.

[@grneal26]

My quote from them for one sprinkler DIY was INSANE.

[@jasonp9951]

me too, for 3 sprinklers it was $2700, but said extra sprinklers cost $278.... so what is the extra for??? The piping I would lay myself just like in the video!

[@joemachine4714]

Yes I agree I don't understand if an extra head is $300 the why does it cost $2700 for three heads even with cables and controller? 😮

[@RyMuEntertainment]

​@@joemachine4714 The control unit is around $1500

[@rogerk1710]

Very cool system Brent! I like how you can control the spray pattern and the distance it sprays? Is that right? And the spray pattern out of the nozzle is cool enough on its own. Another great video and thanks again.

[@highgeared4959]

I just installed this system into a customers backyard for the first time, its super cool, besides the price.

[@pedrosmits]

12:23 galvanised pipe is not allowed in our country. It would be better to pick RVS or brass. It will corrode from the inside.

[@DeadBryan]

Amazing digital water sprinkler system to save money 💰

[@michaelarnott2937]

I have this system. And as for after sales care and any information regarding international sales are non existent. They know how to talk the talk to make the sale but after that you are on your own. I recommend the system but not irrigreen but can’t have one without the other. Good luck to anyone looking at getting this system

[@JEK]

I'll wait for Rainbird or Hunter versions

[@ur.boy_kevinnn]

hey brent! kevin again. when i saw the title, i knew this would be interesting! how it digitally maps out the yard ans saves water in the process is amazing! keep up the good work!

[@BYOTools]

Love hearing that Kevin and thanks so much for all the support. Truly appreciated.

[@ur.boy_kevinnn]

@@BYOTools ur welcome! it makes me happy when u post :)

[@jorshaw86]

when you apply the primer and cement to the PVC you should do a quarter turn to make sure you fully set the connection.

[@user-vd1bz8cs7c]

Fun fact PVC stand for poly vinyl chloride which can be used for drain, irrigation line, sump pump line and so much more And CPVC stands for chlorinated poly vinyl chloride which is used for potable water

[@grandmaraps]

At least you have a hose bib in your backyard. I would love to see how to install one. Most videos just show you how to change or upgrade.

[@BYOTools]

I'll keep that project in mind. Thanks so much for watching.

[@ifiwooddesigns]

Looks good. Only difference is I’d put a tee shut off valve after spigot to separate sprinkler system so you can blow it out while still being able to use spigot.

[@wattehel]

What happens when the company goes out of business or doesn't want to update the app anymore saying it is obsolete?

[@ArmstrongMixture]

Having a few pieces of tech from the mid-2010s that are paperweights now that the hosting company stopped the service, this greatly worries me. Its sad when its a 200$ security camera, when its a $4000 sprinkler system its downright criminal.

[@matthewsalvador9783]

I died went to heaven when I saw you skipping …

[@jlatnyc]

Great video. Not, a plumber either, but next time you bond PVC pipe do a quarter turn when you join them together. I was taught this my a licensed plumber and friend

[@Nickgowans]

"be rest assured" Rest is a verb, therefore it would be "you can rest assured" as opposed to "be rest assured"

[@piplup10203854]

This was really straightforward but I don't think I could do all this on my own 😅 I would have to hire someone to do it and I am not sure how much it would be but dang that is quite nice that it can adapt and help save on the water. Irrigation is always a pain for me. I had to help my dad as a kid dig holes and all that and I just never could quite get the hang of it and would just destroy the surrounding dirt and all that lol

[@jasonc422]

I love your quality of videos! Are you doing build ins anytime soon? 🥰❤️❤️❤️

[@BYOTools]

Thanks so much for watching and all the support. I'll keep built ins in mind but nothing scheduled as of yet.

[@fakename9024]

I reccommend Black Poly Pipe instead of PVC. It is much stronger.

[@verven999]

great video hope it works offline without needing some servers

[@benjaminprice3219]

How much was the cloud system? Their pricing doesn’t seem transparent.

[@reinc83]

You pulled a frost free spigot out of your wall. You need to be careful and observant of leaks when it gets cold. It’s real easy to have a leak in the wall and not know until severe damage has occurred.

[@deralte680]

thats really cool.

[@BYOTools]

Thanks for watching!

[@ur.boy_kevinnn]

you should do this in your front yard too!

[@ur.boy_kevinnn]

ohhh wait. u have turf up there! haha forgot lol

[@BYOTools]

haha you are correct! No need for the front yard luckily :)

[@freman]

Looks good, might try to replace my 5 head system that just isn't adequate... I'll just have to wait for google maps to update the satellite imagery for this area... even after 3 years it still shows up as a field lol.

[@lauretiu]

great video but that sprinkle is prohibitively expensive! for 2000$ you get 10 large yard rainbird kits, and you can manually adjust them however you want. i mean the ideea is ingenious but idk to me it is way too expensive

[@25566]

And the app will eventually stop working.. a traditional system can be working for decades without issues

[@dirk5950]

Adjusting the throw with an app is pretty cool.

[@BYOTools]

My thoughts exactly. Thanks so much for watching.

[@m1st01]

I've seen some warnings for lead such as on garden hoses, unfortunately where some people think to drink directly from. With the galvanized steel or brass, were they all drinkable safe? I had to rethink some plumbing I had after learning some things were not usable for potable water and spreading lead contamination. This may be too small an amount to think about, but I just wondered in case there were any needs for consideration.

[@tylerweekley8405]

I was sold until i went to check out 😂😂😂😂

[@nic2097]

also note that, depending on where you live, your water pressure may change depending on the time of day (for example: less people use water in the morning so the water pressure will be greater in the morning compared to, say, the afternoon)

[@sagebrushnw485]

Your material list does not include the winterizing blow out valve.

[@benjaminprice3219]

Any thoughts on the Otto system vs Irregreen

[@aidenstowe6856]

If i used these sprinklers i would need at least like 200 of them

[@haydenspence7107]

He took out the frost resistance hydrant never planned for the pipe freezing didn't he say he lived in Seattle? Something is going to need to change before winter.

[@tayred81]

Love your videos man 🤟🏻🔥 the only thing that's confusing is inches, feet etc. I have to learn it once and for all. Thx

[@BYOTools]

Is that because you're on the metric system or just in general? Thanks so much for watching and all the support.

[@rdknght17]

that brass to galvanized pipe connection is going to corrode.

[@jranney1]

Your metal pipe is copper not brass.

[@kevingollner552]

Liked the video but 2k for a single sprinkler.. Water is cheap where I live so over spray is fine. 2 digital water timers, 2 hoses, 2 hose reels, 2 sprinklers for under $350

[@colorcapacity2779]

Enjoying your videos! I am building a 10 x 14 detached art studio based on your lean to shed project of 2 years ago. No electricity, wood stove intermittent heat in winter only, so I plan to heat it for 4 hour stints then let it cool completely until I use it again a day or 2 later. My question is, if I apply plywood on the rafters before laying down a metal roof on top of that, what material(s) do you suggest between the plywood and metal to prevent excess sweating/icing/moisture damage in my building where it will heat up/cool down repeatedly during our sometimes minus 20 degree winters. Using metal due to snow .Any suggestions from your builder viewers out there? Thanks!

[@alfonsoestrada9263]

Galvanized pipe don’t work with copper eventually is going to be corrosion?

[@PyroBlock]

if this product loses internet connection does it just stop functioning all together?

[@techdavis]

You said you live in Washington. So you get freezes. That spigot system doesn’t shut off inside the wall, so you are facing potential big problems with burst pipes in the winter.

[@hanro50]

Just a concern, you do have a shutoff somewhere inside your house right? Since as is, water may freeze in the outside pipe....

[@Buzzman1]

What was the cost of your kit, two heads, controller, wire?

[@frankb9141]

Using Galvanized along with Brass and the copper in the house is going to cause a dielectric issue and corrode the piping.

[@tracerit]

So hard to find pricing for this. Must mean it'll be expensive

[@BYOTools]

Just go through your yard layout on their website and pricing will pop up right away. Thanks so much for watching and hope you enjoyed the video.

[@richardportelli1983]

It is proprietary, only sold through the company itself. About 2.5k for a 1 head starting kit and about 350 for every extra head. Installation is not included.

[@25566]

​@@richardportelli1983with water being as cheap as it is, it'll take longer to recover the investment than if you bought solar panels😅

[@richardportelli1983]

@@25566 where I live water is quite expensive.

[@magicmanchloe]

Are mixing metals like copper and steel is not a good idea. 12:16

[@drolett]

No no galvanized will block your pipe in few years, make it with cup and adapter or brass nipples only!!

[@b1zarre23]

Nicely done, but holy cow connection hell!

[@jrmy1080]

$2000 for one sprinkler!?

[@bliffblam]

Nice gas shut off valve and galvanized pipe 😂 That Frankenstein hosbib thing is an absolute monstrosity 😂 Never seen an irrigation system for weeds and crabgrass😂 WOW! is all i can say

[@SierraGolfNiner]

Holy snap is this system expensive. I thought "My existing system is problematic and I don't love it" but $2700 for 3 heads? It's $8/head for a Rain Bird PRS Professional Popup - which is fairly luxurious as far as popup heads go. Sure this Irrigreen system requires slightly less labor and pipe, but not *that* much. Also if it ever has electrical problems or you need to replace it with something else - you're probably totally screwed (aka need to re-trench it). As for water savings, I'm skeptical. Unless your "traditional" system is massively overwatering/overspraying, there isn't going to be much difference - the lawn still needs X amount of water to be green regardless of how you apply that water.

[@TH-wr1dv]

I assume that those wont stand sub zero winter?

[@robertobryk4989]

Testing the pressure at the tap with no flow is not a good way to test whether the tap will support sprinklers. It will happily report the water main pressure, regardless of how thin or restricted the pipe to the tap is.

[@user-sz3gc5dz1i]

BYOY

[@Kathy0118]

Hi, I came across your video and was really impressed by its content. I'm curious, which controller are you currently using? I'd like to invite you to test our smart sprinkler controller and create a video for us. Are you interested?

[@ITIRICI]

Always use water to keep the silica dust down. Many places have pump sprayers as a water fed saw would be overkill. That silica never leaves your lungs and the respirator only does so much as it will get in your eyes and ears. Water next time. Please.

[@william7757]

I think that 5 gal bucket is actually 5.6 gallons.

[@SlimNubster]

This system fell short for me. Big time. I kept having problems with over and under spray. The map never properly gauged my lawn. I worked with their engineers thru the "pulsing" and "tracking" problems to no avail. I even got in touch with their CEO who assured me they'd address the issue and then everyone went MIA. Haven't been able to get in touch with anyone for weeks. The latest is that the flex pipe blew off and triple digit temps have deterred me from sitting out there to troubleshoot. Truly disappointing because this system would be amazing if it worked properly. 09/2023 Update: after working closely with one of their associates, we ran a number of updates to the app and the sprinkler itself. We managed to narrow down the issue and now, though STILL not as advertised, it's functioning much more accurately and adequately.

[@BrandonMitchell84]

how did you convience yourself that the cost was worth it ? seems like it would take a lonnnnnnnnng time to get anywhere near an ROI of a basic system using traditional heads

[@SlimNubster]

@@BrandonMitchell84 it's a good question. I think CONTROL, was the central convincing point for me. I wanted full control of my system from customization of the watering map to measurements of water usage. I wasn't seeking ROI, but in just 6 months of usage, I did see an overall reduction in my water bill of..... Wait for it...... $190 total. Lol.

[@LaFox23]

You got what you paid for

[@krypinz]

I saw a lot of mixed comments of people saying stuff about the cloud controller. Do you need your internet on for it to work or do you know?

[@SlimNubster]

@LaFox23 a $2K irrigation system? Not exactly buddy, but go on.

[@Joe-bm4wx]

Why are you using gas fittings for water?

[@RichieRich845]

Put some citronella oil on the top of the sprinkler, that will keep the dog off, dogs hate the smell of citronella, now turn that grass to lawn😀👍

[@westhavenor9513]

I was hoping this could retrofit my existing system, but I guess not. I watched anyway cuz you're such a cute babe ;)

[@kalamelliel]

How much your system cost

[@betolopez7450]

Este compa gasto como 10 mil 500 dollares en esos esprinkles 😮

[@marcelosantana9311]

Very nice system, unfortunately they start at $2,000 for 1 sprinkler head with 2000 soft coverage up to $3,700 for a system with 6 heads and 12,000 coverage.

[@GamerMagic]

yeah i saw that too way too expensive even with the water that it saves

[@Sfinx7932]

I hope you used dialectic connection between dissimilar metals. 😮

[@AlainStar]

🙏👏👍💪

[@BYOTools]

Thanks for watching!

[@kyreelewis7286]

OtO lawn would’ve done very similar task for far less work and possibly money.

[@Ysklhjnrt]

Boot

[@HoneyBerighthere-Saysarath]

Do not water the Grass... water is for drinking and indoor use only.

[@rrrohan2288]

40psi lol takes me like 4 mins to fill a bucket

[@pdubyaz]

Why did you wait until the very end to disclose that this was a sponsored video?

[@seanarmstrong5086]

Byt

[@donniellison7647]

Mapped my yard and for 3 sprinkler system, price was 2700 dollars....a bit much I think

[@RC-Flight]

Ya so I went to there web site and looked at the price of the controller and their heads😢 WOW what a frigging rip off, too expensive!!!

[@blairharris]

Now do a lawn restoration video.

[@BYOTools]

Coming soon I assure you :) Thanks for watching.

[@guatf1]

Best way to save on water is not water the grass and put some trees in the garden

[@billycooper-ny8sg]

'i just installed a brand new sprinkler ssym thats gonna save me in the long run' ok but is it going to save your english?

[@joanmamauri9964]

Way too expensive! $2100 for 1 head system! I will try otto instead! Looks cool though

[@kylnsht]

the site quoted me $3500 local installers non DIY charge 4k dollars not much savings.

[@GEZ_Inkasso]

you were talking so much about saving water, but you didnt tell us, how much you are actually saving. No problem, i did the math: you suggest buying fancy sprinkler for 2500$ + installation costs to save 1$ per month on water. The controller box consumes probably more electricity, than it saves on water. Thats not how "saving" works.

[@ObiwanNekody]

Never waste water again. Plant native plants that can handle the climate you live in.

[@TannerLovelace]

Do you hate the people that need to inspect your backflow preventer? (Or is that not required in Seattle?) You put the backflow in about the absolute worst place ever for inspections (which at least where I live in NC we’re required to have inspected every year). A much better way to install it would be up from the ground so it’s accessible.

[@washingandmowing15]

This is normal in some states.

[@hoperules8874]

😢5gallons in --45-50 seconds?!? Yeah, nah. That won't be possible. But it's cool.

[@MrPicklesAndTea]

ah, yes, I was lost at cloud controller, sounds like a nightmare.

[@LaFox23]

Yeah I’ll stick to traditional systems. They have actually proven to be reliable.