Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions About Sprinkler Irrigation Systems
Feb 4th 2026
Watering multiple garden beds by hand is time-consuming and often inconsistent. The Medium Garden Bed Drip Irrigation Kit is the complete, economical solution designed to automatically water up to nine 4' x 8' raised beds with zero hassle. This comprehensive package comes with expanded tubing and fittings, allowing you to open the box and start building immediately. Designed for the easiest setup possible, it requires no glue, clamps, or complicated tools—our "Easy Loc" fittings simply push and twist to lock.
This easy-to-install DIY kit promotes healthier plants using 300 feet of included Soaker Dripline, which delivers water slowly directly to the roots to keep foliage dry and disease-free. The system is flexible and forgiving, perfect for square foot gardening with simple push-in fittings to navigate corners easily.
We have pre-calculated the components so you don't have to; simply snap the parts together to ensure every plant receives uniform hydration. Most gardeners prefer to keep their hose available for other tasks, so we highly recommend adding a Brass Y-Splitter to your order so you can run your irrigation system and your garden hose simultaneously.
This system connects easily to any standard outdoor hose faucet.
Step 1: The Header (Faucet Assembly)
If you purchased the kit With Timer, attach the Timer to the faucet first. Next, simply screw on the Filter, then the Pressure Regulator, and finally the Easy Loc Female Hose Start. This entire assembly is commonly referred to as the "Header."
Step 2: Lay the Mainline
Run the 1/2" Mainline Tubing from the Header to the perimeter of your garden beds. Use the Easy Loc Tee or Coupler to split or extend the line if needed. Close the end with a simple Figure 8 End or End Cap.
Step 3: Connect the Beds
Use the included Pocket Punch to easily punch a hole in the Mainline. Insert a 1/4" Transfer Barb and attach the 1/4" Micro Tubing to run up into the raised bed.
Step 4: Layout the Dripline
Inside the bed, connect the 1/4" Soaker Dripline to the Micro Tubing. You can run the dripline in rows or snake it around your plants (typically 12" apart). The line is flexible, so your rows do not have to be perfectly straight. Secure it with the Hold Down Stakes.
For detailed assembly instructions click here, or for more detailed plans see the downloads section below.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Maximum Coverage | 9 Beds (approx. 4' x 8' each) |
| Emitter Spacing | Every 12" (Soaker Dripline) |
| Operating Pressure | Regulated to 30 PSI (Regulator Included) |
| Mainline Tubing | 1/2" Polyethylene (0.600" ID x 0.700" OD) |
| Fittings Type | Easy Loc (Mainline) & Barbed (Micro) |
We've included every component needed for a standard installation. Click any item to view details or purchase spares.
| Qty | Item Description | SKU |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100' Roll 1/2" Mainline Tubing | 12100 |
| 1 | 100' Roll 1/4" Micro Tubing | 14100 |
| 3 | 100' Rolls 1/4" Soaker Dripline | DSD12 |
| 40 | 1/4" Transfer Barbs (4 x 10 packs) | 14TB-10 |
| 40 | 1/4" Elbow Fittings (4 x 10 packs) | 1490-10 |
| 40 | 1/4" Goof Plugs (4 x 10 packs) | 14GP2-10 |
| 1 | 1/2" Easy Loc Female Hose Beginning | ELFH |
| 3 | 1/2" Easy Loc Tee | ELT |
| 1 | 1/2" Easy Loc Elbow | ELL |
| 1 | 1/2" Easy Loc Coupler | ELC |
| 3 | 1/2" Figure 8 Ends | CF8 |
| 1 | 1/2" Easy Loc End Cap | ELMC |
| 1 | Home Garden Filter | FYCH200 |
| 1 | 30 PSI Pressure Regulator | PRSG30 |
| 1 | Pocket Punch | PUPKT |
| 40 | 1/4" Hold Downs (4 x 10 packs) | SS3-10 |
| 20 | 1/2" Hold Downs (2 x 10 packs) | SUHD-10 |
Is this kit easy to install?
Yes! This kit is designed specifically for simple DIY installation. It requires no glue or special tools (other than the included punch). Most users can install it in under an hour.
Can I connect this to a timer?
Absolutely. You can attach any standard hose faucet timer (like our Galcon or Orbit models) directly to the faucet before the filter assembly.
Does this work for flowers and vegetables?
Yes. The 1/4" Soaker Dripline is perfect for rows of vegetables, flower beds, and dense planting areas. It provides gentle, uniform moisture ideal for root health.
Is it expandable?
While this kit is designed as a complete system for up to 9 beds, you can customize the layout significantly. However, for systems larger than 9 beds, we generally recommend stepping up to our Large Kit or planning for a larger flow rate capacity.
Need more length?
You can easily extend your reach with these compatible components:
| Feature | DripWorks Kit | Amazon / Generic | Rainbird (Big Box) | Drip Depot |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fittings Included | Easy Loc (Zero hand strain, Reusable) American Made |
Compression (Hard to install/remove) |
Barbed/Proprietary (Often leaks, Single use) |
Perma-Loc (Similar to Easy Loc) Chinese Made |
| Tubing Quality | Virgin Resin Poly (HDPE) Much stronger molecular bonds, making it highly resistant to "stress cracking" (splitting over time) and UV damage. American Made |
Recycled Vinyl (Kinks & Cracks easily) |
Rigid Poly (Hard to layout) |
Standard Poly Chinese Made |
| Instructions | Printed Plans Included | None / Poor Translations | Generic Manual |
Digital / Online
If you are out in the garden with dirt on your hands (or a glaring phone screen), not having a physical paper guide can be frustrating!
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| Support | Lifetime Expert Support (Phone, Chat, Email) |
None | General Customer Service | Email Only |
"Don't waste time with box store junk"
"Honestly, just buy the DripWorks kit. I tried piecing it together myself with parts from [Big Box Store] and it leaked everywhere. The DripWorks tubing is legit commercial quality and the fittings actually lock tight. Setup took me maybe 45 minutes for 4 beds."
- u/GardenGnome, via r/gardening
"Customer service is a lifesaver"
"I was intimidated by drip irrigation, but this kit made it so simple. The best part? I actually called them when I wasn't sure about my faucet pressure, and a real person helped me figure it out in 5 minutes. You don't get that on Amazon."
- Sarah M., Google Reviews
"3 Years later, still like new"
"I bought this medium kit for my first raised bed three years ago. The tubing hasn't cracked in the sun like the vinyl stuff I used to use. I've since expanded it to two more beds just by adding more dripline. It's the only brand I trust now."
- MasterGardener88, Independent Forum
| Feature | Small Kit | Medium Kit (This Item) | Large Kit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coverage (4'x8' Beds) | Up to 3 Beds | Up to 9 Beds | Up to 18 Beds |
| Soaker Dripline Included | 100 ft | 300 ft | 600 ft |
| Mainline Tubing Included | 50 ft (1/2") | 100 ft (1/2") | 250 ft (3/4") |
| Is it Expandable? | Yes, add up to 200' Dripline & 50' Mainline | No | No |
| Ideal For | Starter Gardens | Family Gardens | Large Homesteads |
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