Evan from Plumbdog Plumbing walks through how plumbers locate buried irrigation solenoids using a professional solenoid locator.
In many Perth homes, irrigation solenoids are buried underground, making maintenance or repairs tricky without the right tools. In this video, Evan demonstrates step-by-step how the locator works and how plumbers pinpoint the exact position of hidden solenoids.
In This Video
•Connecting the locator to the irrigation controller
•Sending a signal through the system wiring
•Setting the correct signal strength (between 4–8) for accurate locating
•Using the handheld wand to detect underground solenoids
•Exposing the buried valves once located
•Tips on adjusting signal strength to pinpoint the exact location
This professional tool saves hours of digging and guesswork, making irrigation repairs and maintenance much more efficient.
The Result
Hidden irrigation solenoids successfully located
Exact valve positions exposed for easy future maintenance
Time and effort saved on excavation and troubleshooting
Location: Perth, WA
Need help with irrigation repairs or hidden solenoid detection? Visit Plumbdog Plumbing
