Before I even thought about writing this buying guide on automatic watering systems, I had already had over 15 years years of experience setting them up, mainly sprinklers and dripper systems both outside and inside greenhouses/polytunnels from working at my family’s nursery for most of my life. The watering systems I normally set up are not really suitable for most people setting up a watering system at home because you need specific tools to make…

Over the years, I have used many water timers, as discussed in my water timer review earlier in the year. This does include digital and mechanical water timers as well as smart water timers, so that guide could be useful as I talk about the best smart water timers. Early last year, I decided it was time to update my automatic watering system and fitted a new sprinkler system in my raised beds and a…

Over the years, I must have had around 15 different water timers. The problem is that most water timers only last a year or two if you’re lucky, before they need reluctantly replacing. Unfortunately, they really do have a bad reputation for not lasting. Even the big brands have some disappointing models where the quality and reliability have a lot to be desired. The build quality and reliability are just not there. However, the good…