Irrigation Filter

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Is it OK to install an irrigation filter to our system without ARC approval? The thing is more unsightly to neighbors than it would be to me because it would be located on the side of the house. I’m not sure on whether to install one or not. They aren’t the prettiest things around.

[villagetinker]

No idea on this one, at a minimum, you can call ARC and ask if permission is required, if so, the form is online and easy to fill out, NO cost, and typically about 2 weeks turn around.

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No idea on this one, at a minimum, you can call ARC and ask if permission is required, if so, the form is online and easy to fill out, NO cost, and typically about 2 weeks turn around.

I was messaged about an inground box, that would probably be best. That is likely what needs to be done in the picture posted. ARC told me to call Utilities. Utilities doesn’t know anything about the filter system so they likely weren’t confided by anyone before this?

[metoo21]

Just get something like this in the correct size needed and the color to match any current landscaping:

Well pump / back flow preventer cover (https://www.lowes.com/pd/Dekorra-21-in-W-x-39-in-L-x-21-in-H-Well-Pump-Cover/4430014?user=shopping)

[Garywt]

Not sure what the need is but if you put it with the utilities you already have then it would not be too noticeable.

[Altavia]

98129
Is it OK to install an irrigation filter to our system without ARC approval? The thing is more unsightly to neighbors than it would be to me because it would be located on the side of the house. I’m not sure on whether to install one or not. They aren’t the prettiest things around.

No different than your air-conditioner, gas/electric meters and tankless hot water heater on the side of the house.

[Rwatson1]

98129
Is it OK to install an irrigation filter to our system without ARC approval? The thing is more unsightly to neighbors than it would be to me because it would be located on the side of the house. I’m not sure on whether to install one or not. They aren’t the prettiest things around.
I have installed these. If you need help let me know. Thanks

[Joecool]

I bought an inground Box that matches the one the valve solemn oids are in it looks very nice

[bark4me]

Not sure what the need is but if you put it with the utilities you already have then it would not be too noticeable.
The purpose of this filter is to filter out any debris before it reaches your sprinkler heads, thus stopping the need to remove heads and cleaning out those small filters. You just unscrew the filter housing every so often, rinse out the filter and you're done. Had it in my last house and it worked great. Saved me alot of hassle.

[jrref]

98129
Is it OK to install an irrigation filter to our system without ARC approval? The thing is more unsightly to neighbors than it would be to me because it would be located on the side of the house. I’m not sure on whether to install one or not. They aren’t the prettiest things around.

I don't believe you need ARC approval for something like this but if you are concerned you can have it installed up against the wall parallel to your house so it's not as visible as the one in the picture you posted. You can also paint it the color of the house or put a shrub in front of it. I also agree, how is this any different than when your neighbor installs a pool heater/filter equipment or a mini-split condensor on the side of their homes? Several of our neighbors have these filters and you can't believe how much dirt and debris they are filtering due to the retention ponds being so low recently. With the filter you have only one point to clean periodically vs 30 or more sprinkler head filters.

People living north of 466 don't need an irregation filter becasue their irregation water is the same as the drinking water. South of 466 it's mildly treated strom water or non-pottable water.

I'm sure if you put in an ARC request, it would be approved. The fact that they didn't complain when someone contacted them is probably proof of this.

[Sully2023]

98129
Is it OK to install an irrigation filter to our system without ARC approval? The thing is more unsightly to neighbors than it would be to me because it would be located on the side of the house. I’m not sure on whether to install one or not. They aren’t the prettiest things around.

I would love to have this installed on my sprinkler line. Who offers this kind of service?

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I have located the necessary irrigation box at Lowe’s. It’s an easy install and ARC shouldn’t say anything about it as long as it doesn’t look like the eyesore pic posted. All will be happy I hope.

[Rwatson1]

I would love to have this installed on my sprinkler line. Who offers this kind of service?
As I told another person asking about this, I do this kind of work. I have two installed at my house outside of the Villages. If I can be of help let me know. Thanks

[huffmb]

I would love to have this installed on my sprinkler line. Who offers this kind of service?

Call Caleb. 352-254-0215. He does a great job and well worth every penny to have it installed.

[Altavia]

I have located the necessary irrigation box at Lowe’s. It’s an easy install and ARC shouldn’t say anything about it as long as it doesn’t look like the eyesore pic posted. All will be happy I hope.

What filter are you using?

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Thinking about this 1” diagonal inline and a slightly larger box from Lowe’s.

https://www.amazon.com/IrrigationKing-RKY100-Screen-Filter-Mesh/dp/B075QDVBK9/ref=asc_df_B075QDVBK9?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80470560998571&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4584070141716824&th=1

[jrref]

98129
Is it OK to install an irrigation filter to our system without ARC approval? The thing is more unsightly to neighbors than it would be to me because it would be located on the side of the house. I’m not sure on whether to install one or not. They aren’t the prettiest things around.

This filter looks like it was installed by Ferigator the lawn fertilization company. I've see their installs and they all look like this one. The reason why they install it this way is because it is the easiest since they are just putting the filter in-line with the irregation water supply line. Installing the filter up against the house ( a ft or two from the side of the house) is more complicated.

The spin down irregation filters installed by other handymen are usually up against the house so they are not so obvious. After thinking about this more if you are concerned about ARC then run it by them but i believe since this filter is within that 3-4 ft arear around your home that you probably don't need approval.

[jrref]

Thinking about this 1” diagonal inline and a slightly larger box from Lowe’s.

Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/IrrigationKing-RKY100-Screen-Filter-Mesh/dp/B075QDVBK9/ref=asc_df_B075QDVBK9?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80470560998571&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4584070141716824&th=1)

If you live south of 466 and your irregation water is from storm water that filter will not be big enough to do the job. You will be cleaning it several times a month. You are probably better off with a spin down filter like the one shown in the picture in the first post. Just get it installed better so it's not as obvious from the street.

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If you live south of 466 and your irregation water is from storm water that filter will not be big enough to do the job. You will be cleaning it several times a month. You are probably better off with a spin down filter like the one shown in the picture in the first post. Just get it installed better so it's not as obvious from the street.

Too ugly and the neighbors would complain. I have had to clean my filters on the sprinklers 2 times in the past year and a half; I just don’t want the maintenance. Some have removed the screen on each head with no problems while others struggle. I don’t want more maintenance caused by preventive maintenance….lol.

[Garywt]

The purpose of this filter is to filter out any debris before it reaches your sprinkler heads, thus stopping the need to remove heads and cleaning out those small filters. You just unscrew the filter housing every so often, rinse out the filter and you're done. Had it in my last house and it worked great. Saved me alot of hassle.
Since the water is the same water I drink I hope it doesn’t have any debris in it.

[Normal]

Since the water is the same water I drink I hope it doesn’t have any debris in it.

Think of it as water fortified with vitamins and minerals. You may even get some proteins.

[jrref]

Too ugly and the neighbors would complain. I have had to clean my filters on the sprinklers 2 times in the past year and a half; I just don’t want the maintenance. Some have removed the screen on each head with no problems while others struggle. I don’t want more maintenance caused by preventive maintenance….lol.
Their are many of these filters and if installed by the side of your house near the valve box no one is going to complain. At least i've not heard of any complaints. You can always put a shrub in front of it. As far as removing the screen on each head, that is the worst thing you can do because the debris will clog the head and in most cases you won't be able to clean the head to make it work properly. Eventually some small rock debris will get in the head and ruin it.

[jrref]

Since the water is the same water I drink I hope it doesn’t have any debris in it.

That's correct, you don't need an irregation filter.

[jrref]

Thinking about this 1” diagonal inline and a slightly larger box from Lowe’s.

Amazon.com (https://www.amazon.com/IrrigationKing-RKY100-Screen-Filter-Mesh/dp/B075QDVBK9/ref=asc_df_B075QDVBK9?tag=bingshoppinga-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=80470560998571&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=&hvtargid=pla-4584070141716824&th=1)

This filter is better than nothing but you need to know that you will be opening the box and cleaning this filter out a lot vs just opening the clean out valve for 15 seconds on the spin down filter every couple of weeks.

[Altavia]

Update, had one installed. So far looks like the filter collects a lot of algae, especially when the ponds are low.