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llaran 04-27-2021 06:58 AM
we will sell you one for $10, ended up with 2 because couldn't remember where we put the 1st

mainelovr 04-27-2021 07:39 AM
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 04-27-2021 07:47 AM
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Originally Posted by llaran (Post 1936046)
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 04-27-2021 07:51 AM
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 04-27-2021 07:52 AM
You could re-purpose your hole saw...:shocked:
Amazon.com

DeanFL 04-27-2021 07:56 AM
[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 04-27-2021 08:07 AM
[QUOTE=DeanFL;1936080]
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Originally Posted by NoMoSno (Post 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-8...s%2C222&sr=8-3

DAVES 04-27-2021 08:08 AM
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Originally Posted by ironcitygetz (Post 1935658)
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 04-27-2021 08:13 AM
[QUOTE=NoMoSno;1936089]
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Originally Posted by DeanFL (Post 1936080)
There is a tool for everyone...:icon_wink:
https://www.amazon.com/Fuller-Tool-8...s%2C222&sr=8-3
Wow, I have one of those from my Grandpa - used it in ww1, from early 1900's

rfc171 04-27-2021 08:21 AM
With Massey Services, they do these maintenance for you! We had them for years!

KAM+6 04-27-2021 08:37 AM
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 04-27-2021 08:50 AM
Maybe the Canadian Police can help you with the donuts but don’t tell them it’s a nothingberder

Petersweeney 04-27-2021 08:52 AM
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Originally Posted by rfc171 (Post 1936103)
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 04-27-2021 09:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Annie66 (Post 1935959)
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 04-27-2021 10:02 AM
Mmmmm donuts


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