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Kutztown, PA

Ok - here's my up or down question. I'm going to install drip tape. To me, it makes sensed to install it with emitter side down. I say that because maybe algae might not grow on the emitter slits if some remain wet after watering. Seems like algae and bacterial slime inside the tape could become a big deal. What are folks doing to mitigate this? And should I install the tape holes up or holes down?

3/29/2023 11:52:22 AM

Mill Bay, British Columbia

Emitters up.

https://help.dripdepot.com/support/solutions/articles/11000053838-burying-drip-tape

https://help.dripdepot.com/support/solutions/articles/11000043772-irrigation-drip-tape-buying-guide

Unless you are using drip tape that has double sided emitters, follow brand specific manufacturer recommendations.

3/29/2023 1:29:42 PM

Emmetsburg, Iowa

I was told when I bought my drip tape to have the emitters up.

3/30/2023 2:38:04 PM

Kutztown, PA

Ok, I read the directions NS Boyz link - Up it is then.

3/30/2023 3:16:03 PM