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Rain shut-off devices

by Jackie Lebouitz
August 3, 2021

Rain Shut-off Devices Residents with an automatic irrigation system in the state of Florida are required by law to have a fully operational rain shut-off device. These devices are crucial in preventing overwatering, which can lead to plant ... READ MORE

Category: Home Landscapes, Lawn, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Device, Gauge, Moisture, OFF, Pgm_Water, Rain, Sensor, Shut, Soil, Water

DIY Toilet Tank Displacement Device

by Ralph Mitchell
February 26, 2021

A Porcelain Problem Ah, the toilet. Considered by many to be essential to our daily lives, toilets are a common feature in Sarasota County homes. We use them daily for our private business, sometimes upwards of 10 times a day. In older toilets, ... READ MORE

Category: Home Management, Natural Resources, UF/IFAS Extension, Water
Tags: Conservation, Device, Displacement, DIY, Home, Pgm_Water, Tank, Toilet, Water

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