Cheap DIY Aerator

[Tonka Tuff]

HI guys,

After doing some research on here on how to aerate, I saw a few good ideas posted in random areas. Some included using a sump pump. Some included using an air compressor. One, which I went with used a PVC method and the already built in returns.

I liked this method for a number of reasons. First, sump pumps and air compressors start at $100 where I am. Secondly, these devices would use more electricity in addition to my pump and we're currently getting hammered in the heat so I am trying to cut back to keep the electric bill reasonable. The PVC method allows you to use the same electricity you would normally with just a little rerouting. I added some full pictures of what it looks like, and also a rubber wrench in case anyone doesn't know what one looks like. They're great to use to remove return caps.

Thanks to the OP for this idea and I hope this made at least one persons life easier.

 

[duraleigh]

so I am trying to cut back to keep the electric bill reasonable.

By far, the biggest way to save electricity is pump run time. How long are you running yours?

 

[Tonka Tuff]

Long story, but I've been reducing it. Just wanted to share the idea with people who may not want to buy a sump or compressor just to aerate or for those, like me, who don't see the point in using more electricity than needed.