tool for placing donuts on sprinkler heads

[ironcitygetz]

hello. we are in the village of bradford and looking for someone close who may have the tool needed to dig the hole for placing the donuts around the sprinkler heads. we are using the concrete ones, so i am not sure if there is a difference between the tool needed to do concrete versus plastic. thanks!

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

I had no idea you needed a special tool to dig a depression to fit a donut for the sprinkler system. Can't you just use a garden trowel?

[JohnN]

garden trowel or small pointed shovel

[bagboy]

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Orbit-Sprinkler-Donut-Cutter/3420772

This is the tool you want.

[Mortal1]

Get the more expensive one otherwise you may break the cheap one as I did(5'3" 160lbs).

[DeanFL]

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Orbit-Sprinkler-Donut-Cutter/3420772

This is the tool you want.
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B4 you buy this one, read the reviews @ lowes.com --- cheap...FYI
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[SIRE1]

I suggest you buy your own from Lowes or Home Depot. I say that because you will need to use that same tool every few months to keep the rings clear of grass over growth. The tools are not very expensive and if you have your own you won't have to continuously trying to borrow one from someone in the future. I have to use ours every 3 - 4 months. And I believe all the ones they sell fit over the concrete rings and will cut the grass root runners as you turn the tool. Just a suggestion. Welcome to The Villages.

[Dana1963]

You will need a sprinkler donut trimmer various prices available Amazon Lowe’s https://www.lowes.com/pd/Orbit-Sprinkler-Donut-Cutter/3420772?cm_mmc=shp-_-c-_-prd-_-plb-_-google-_-lia-_-207-_-irrigation-_-3420772-_-0&placeholder=null&ds_rl=1286981&gclid=Cj0KCQjwyZmEBhCpARIsALIzmnK3OUax3wdU1wyBi06R Ahdzp6wiRdqVSohsDBFobGfLtPNe1XoniTMaAkKaEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

[vintageogauge]

Yep, buy one or I use an axe to cut around mine it leaves a nice edge for trimming later with just shears. If you are going to live here and do your own work you need your own tools not your neighbors.

[bagboy]

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B4 you buy this one, read the reviews @ lowes.com --- cheap...FYI
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Maybe you can be a good neighbor and shop for the best, most reliable tool and pass that information along to the OP.

[DeanFL]

Maybe you can be a good neighbor and shop for the best, most reliable tool and pass that information along to the OP.
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"teach a man how to fish...."
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[splashes]

I live in bradford you can borrow mine give me your address or phone #

[tophcfa]

Hmmmm, 3 or 4 times per year I remove every donut, clear the area all around where it sets, and then replace it making sure it centered, level and the correct height. I didn't realize there was a special tool, I just use my hands and then give them a good washing when finished.

[vintageogauge]

Hmmmm, 3 or 4 times per year I remove every donut, clear the area all around where it sets, and then replace it making sure it centered, level and the correct height. I didn't realize there was a special tool, I just use my hands and then give them a good washing when finished.

You probably don't have St. Augustine grass, you have to cut the runners back.

[tophcfa]

You probably don't have St. Augustine grass, you have to cut the runners back.

We have Floratam grass, which is a hybrid type of St. Augustine. It was developed as a joint venture by University of Florida and Texas A&M, hence the name. I just pull the runners up by hand rather than cutting them back.

[ohiosbestus]

they sell them at Ace Hardware.

[DARFAP]

Go to ace Hardware and buy. They have very sturdy ones. Better than a trowel.

[GrumpyOldMan]

I don't understand, why would you put donuts in the yard, are you hoping to attract some hungry police officers?

(it's a joke :) )

[Ddoozan]

Ace Hardware in Wildwood sells a very good cutter for the doughnut rings. They are much stronger than what you will find and Lowe's or Home Depot. I use mine about every other month.

[Annie66]

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Orbit-Sprinkler-Donut-Cutter/3420772

This is the tool you want.

I respectfully disagree with your selection. The donut cutters available from Lowes or Home Depot are substandard in quality and durability. Neighbors have owned them and they struggled with cutting the grass roots (the cutting teeth are too short) and the strength of the welding. Failures occur when the welds break.

I purchased a heavy duty donut cutter from Florida Irrigation Service (FIS). They are located about 1 mile north of the intersection of CR42 and US441. Their donut cutter is a bit pricey, but worth the cost in reducing frustration.

[Tmarkwald]

OK, I learned something here. Of course, I do every day from this site!

Buy a donut cutter.

Quit using the sawzall to cut that damn grass.

[Catalina36]

Ace Hardware by Wedgewood lane sells the tool. Makes a perfectly round hole to fit the concrete donuts which Ace also sells.

[RICH1]

Looks like you have received plenty of suggestions! I purchased the expensive heavy duty doughnut tool. It will be around long after I am gone. Also you may be interested in making your own sprinkler doughnuts, if you need to replace or add any.. the molds are 20 bucks and a bag of Quickset is 5.00...with the temperature warming up get a good pair of speedos and some flip flops...

[mikeberk]

Yep, buy one or I use an axe to cut around mine it leaves a nice edge for trimming later with just shears. If you are going to live here and do your own work you need your own tools not your neighbors.
You can also use the tool from Lowe’s or Home Depot to trim around your underground downspout that have drains covers that are even with the lawn.

[Tmarkwald]

I think this is the good one:

Kenyon 85427 Sprinkler Head Trimmer, 7" Diameter with Step Plate, Welded 33" Overall Length, 5/8" Powder-Coated Structural Steel, T-Handle,

[Girlcopper]

Hmmmm, 3 or 4 times per year I remove every donut, clear the area all around where it sets, and then replace it making sure it centered, level and the correct height. I didn't realize there was a special tool, I just use my hands and then give them a good washing when finished.
Me too but I guess some like a special tool for each job. Use a trowel, hands work well too. Much cheaper

[mydavid]

ACE Hardware $25

[Syd2008]

Ace hardware carries the tool. Get the heavy duty version. This weed grass is dense.

[bjd0105]

hello. we are in the village of bradford and looking for someone close who may have the tool needed to dig the hole for placing the donuts around the sprinkler heads. we are using the concrete ones, so i am not sure if there is a difference between the tool needed to do concrete versus plastic. thanks!

I bought a donut hole cutter from Lowe's and love it. It cost about $25.

[HogPilot]

Get the more expensive one otherwise you may break the cheap one as I did(5'3" 160lbs).

Spend some more for the heavy duty one. I got mine at Ace Hardware. Glad I did.

[llaran]

we will sell you one for $10, ended up with 2 because couldn't remember where we put the 1st

[mainelovr]

We use Superior Services for our yard fertilizer, pesticide and sprinkler service. We just call them and let them know it needs to be done. They were here yesterday and did it as part of our service plan.

[DeanFL]

we will sell you one for $10, ended up with 2 because couldn't remember where we put the 1st

I'll take it - even give you $15. PM me, thanks.
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[BigHoss18]

Ace Hardware! They have the heavy duty circle cutter. It fits the outside diameter of the donut rings, which is a requirement. This is not a once and done task. We have the St Augustine grass down here in Fenney, and I have to maintain my sprinkler heads often; maybe 3-4 times a year.

If you have the “lighter” and thinner grass (zoysia?) in Bradford, you might get away with the cheaper and more flimsy circle cutter Lowe’s and Home “Debit” sell.

[NoMoSno]

You could re-purpose your hole saw...:shocked:
Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084FL4GFZ/ref=sspa_dk_detail_4?psc=1&pd_rd_i=B084FL4GFZ&pd_rd_w=SPfEA&pf_rd_p=085568d9-3b13-4ac1-8ae4-24a26c00cb0c&pd_rd_wg=iUqsm&pf_rd_r=G4TBSYNPPEA8GSH6V9A4&pd_rd_r=b6fd5cae-0323-46f6-babf-f2af7269382a&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzSERYRjM1UEtJWVlBJ mVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUEwNDcwNzQ5MTI5S0w4TlQ3Q0dPMSZlbmN yeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwODkwMTMwMzAzNUNPTTU1V1cwRSZ3aWRnZ XROYW1lPXNwX2RldGFpbCZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZ kb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=)

[DeanFL]

[QUOTE=NoMoSno;1936077]You could re-purpose your hole saw...:shocked:

during a google session re the tool -saw this. $$$$$$ Would prefer the manual one - good for the biceps...
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[NoMoSno]

[QUOTE=NoMoSno;1936077]You could re-purpose your hole saw...:shocked:

during a google session re the tool -saw this. $$$$$$ Would prefer the manual one - good for the biceps...
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There is a tool for everyone...:icon_wink:
https://www.amazon.com/Fuller-Tool-890-1072-12-Point-Reversible/dp/B000BDISDC/ref=sr_1_3?crid=289MX98G7ID8D&dchild=1&keywords=bit+brace+hand+drill&qid=1619528713&sprefix=bit+brace%2Caps%2C222&sr=8-3

[DAVES]

hello. we are in the village of bradford and looking for someone close who may have the tool needed to dig the hole for placing the donuts around the sprinkler heads. we are using the concrete ones, so i am not sure if there is a difference between the tool needed to do concrete versus plastic. thanks!

The tool is like $10 or $15. Once you put in the doughnuts, grass tends to grow where you don't want it. You will find that you will need the tool on a regular basis.

I do not lend out tools. They never seem to come back as they were. Hum you reminded me. Once again I made the same mistake. I have to call my friend AGAIN so he returns the clamp an Allen keys I lent him 2-3 weeks ago

[Tmarkwald]

[QUOTE=DeanFL;1936080]
There is a tool for everyone...:icon_wink:
https://www.amazon.com/Fuller-Tool-890-1072-12-Point-Reversible/dp/B000BDISDC/ref=sr_1_3?crid=289MX98G7ID8D&dchild=1&keywords=bit+brace+hand+drill&qid=1619528713&sprefix=bit+brace%2Caps%2C222&sr=8-3

Wow, I have one of those from my Grandpa - used it in ww1, from early 1900's

[rfc171]

With Massey Services, they do these maintenance for you! We had them for years!

[KAM+6]

When you cut the hole, cut a piece of weed block larger than the donut. Cut a hole in center for sprinkler head. Put it down under the donut. This will greatly reduce weed and grass growth around sprinkler.

[Petersweeney]

Maybe the Canadian Police can help you with the donuts but don’t tell them it’s a nothingberder

[Petersweeney]

With Massey Services, they do these maintenance for you! We had them for years!

They are terrible got rid of them last year waste of money unless you like college age kids walking around your house with a clipboard

[bagboy]

I respectfully disagree with your selection. The donut cutters available from Lowes or Home Depot are substandard in quality and durability. Neighbors have owned them and they struggled with cutting the grass roots (the cutting teeth are too short) and the strength of the welding. Failures occur when the welds break.

I purchased a heavy duty donut cutter from Florida Irrigation Service (FIS). They are located about 1 mile north of the intersection of CR42 and US441. Their donut cutter is a bit pricey, but worth the cost in reducing frustration.

OK I SHOULD have said this type of tool....my bad....:ohdear:

[BlackhawksFan]

Mmmmm donuts

[KathiF]

Go on the village of Bradford Facebook page. Several people on there have the tool

[vintageogauge]

When you cut the hole, cut a piece of weed block larger than the donut. Cut a hole in center for sprinkler head. Put it down under the donut. This will greatly reduce weed and grass growth around sprinkler.

That doesn't work for St. Augustine as the runners grow sideways and they grow fast.

[judithamorrison]

hello. we are in the village of bradford and looking for someone close who may have the tool needed to dig the hole for placing the donuts around the sprinkler heads. we are using the concrete ones, so i am not sure if there is a difference between the tool needed to do concrete versus plastic. thanks!

Saw one at Lowes for $25

[kcrazorbackfan]

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Orbit-Sprinkler-Donut-Cutter/3420772

This is the tool you want.

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B4 you buy this one, read the reviews @ lowes.com --- cheap...FYI
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Hmmm. It’s the same one I’ve used for about 4 yrs now without an issue. I have 45 donuts in my yard now that I use it on.

[Vernon Hud]

I use my sawz all. Just put it down a couple inches, I use a 4 inch blade and saw around your donut. Mine is battery operated, and works great, and you can always use a sawz all for other cutting.

[Blynn7802]

I’m selling one. We have 2. $15
Robin 864-434-3340
They are $30 at Lowe’s
Springdale village

[Topspinmo]

I just use my hatchet ������. What’s so hard about it?