Installing the R.I.D. System
Installing the R.I.D. System is easy and can be done by virtually anyone in less that 30 minutes. Before you begin you should verify that your sprinkler system has the proper back flow prevention device installed. We recommend a PVB or RP type back flow preventer but recommend that you confirm with local authorities. Once confirmed, simply choose your location to install, turn off main water supply, then cut the sprinkler supply line and insert the R.I.D. device. HINT: Above ground installation is quicker and easier to access, serivce and maintain . Once installed, fill the tank with the R.I.D. product that suits your needs and viola, you are on your way to a 100% natural and beautiful pest free lawn experience!
Labels: Pest Control Through Irrigation
posted by The Creator at
6:32 PM
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You guys might want to look or at least change some of the verbage in your add. In the state of Texas, not ANYONE can install this system. In the state of Texas, you have to be a licensed irrigator to do ANY work to a sprinkler system including injection systems. Also, Texas state law states that if you are introducing ANYTHING besides water to your sprinkler system, you MUST use an RPZ backflow device. The PVB is rated for high hazard however, the PVB is not rated for back pressure. Therefore, the PVB is NOT an option in the state of Texas when using any kind of injection system no matter what type (pesticide, organic, or fertilizer) of chemical you are putting into it. I have seen this product installed at probably 10 different houses in Houston Texas, and not one of them was installed properly or legally!
Bruce, I appreciate your input however, you are incorrect on several points. First, being a Texas homeowner myself, a homeowner CAN install our device or work on their irrigation system, perhaps you mean you must be licensed to get paid to do such work. 2nd, our system is not an "injection" system and does not create backpressure hence; the foremost authority on backflow in the US (http://www.usc.edu/dept/fccchr/) has approved a PVB for aspiration devices – even when a “chemical” is introduced. 3rd, the state of TX does not assert that if you introduce "ANYTHING besides water" you must use an RPZ, they state that if a "CHEMICAL" is introduced, an RPZ shall be used. Our unit is recommended for use with our products only, which are organic soaps, not harmful chemicals for which the law is intended to protect against. I would guess that you are assuming a chemical is being used??? It is also our recommendation that state or local laws be verified prior to installation, and based on my experience with TCEQ thus far; it is easy to see why there is confusion. I had one homeowner call TCEQ directly and spoke with someone in the backflow department who said a double check valve was OK as long as the product was organic. So I guess whoever installed these devices was not sure what the law was, which is understandable since those who are in charge of enforcing the law do not seem to know the facts. I am certain you are not suggesting that it is my responsibility to enforce the law? It is in fact true that after this initial gaff, the TCEQ issued an (unofficial) statement (by email to me – they refused a face to face meeting) that they consider our organic soap to be a chemical. We are however, questioning the basis and legality of their claim as it is our belief that they are not in a position to determine what is or is not to be classified as a "chemical". I suggest you call if you have any questions or comments in the future. My direct line is 713-819-5255. I look forward to more intelligent dialect.
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