Even if dacha is used only in summertime, the simple water supply system at it is simply necessary for elementary domestic and agricultural needs. If dacha is required also for the winter period, it is necessary to make capital option in due form.
The winter water supply system represents complex system. Here it is necessary to consider the mass of nuances – from land relief bias up to the soil frost depth. Pumping equipment will provide water pressure. Generally, the country option of winter water supply system will differ in the little from water supply system of owner-occupied dwelling.
What the water supply system at the dacha consists of
For creation of water supply system at the dacha you will need several elements:
- pump;
- hydroaccumulator;
- pressure switch and manometer;
- armature and pipes;
- it is desirable to equip draining.
Except specified, the water supply quite often includes also such components as accumulative tank, heaters, filters. Some elements can be present at uniform complex, for example the pumping station.
How to lift water from the well: correctly we choose the pump
Water supply for water supply from well or the well should be implemented by means of the pump. It is one of the main objectives at giving water supply planning. The choice of the pump depends on several parameters:
- the expected consumption volume;
- well depths;
- performance of the well;
- water pressure;
- diameter of the well;
- available budget.
Some of parameters decide approximately on approximate assessment. To avoid mistakes, it is better to consult with the skilled master. Pumps happen two types: submersible and surface.
The superficial option is applied if it is required to pump over water from well. It is placed on surface or in well, but afloat. The maximum depth for superficial version of the pump - 8 m. If your well deeper or it is in general long hole, then this type of pumps will not approach.
For pumping of water from deep sources it is necessary to buy submersible pumps which are not afraid of water ingress. It is also possible to carry small energy consumption at high performance level to their advantages and silent work. There are 2 types of submersible pumps, depending on action type they are centrifugal and vibration.
Vibration units in the building have finely porous membrane. Liquid is pumped over due to emergence of difference of pressure from deformation of membrane. Such pump demands thorough service as the membrane can become soiled and fail. And replacement or repair of such breakage will cost much.
Centrifugal pumps pump over liquid due to operation of blades. Under the influence of the centrifugal force resulting from rotation of blades, water moves on the pipeline. These models enjoy wide popularity thanks to the high performance, reliability and reasonable price.
What pipes to choose for country water supply system
The pipeline for water supply most often is done of pipes with a diameter of 1 or ¾ inch. From modern materials polyethylene or polypropylene pipes will be suitable for water supply system at the dacha.
Each of options possesses the pluses and minuses. So, polyethylene pipes byudzhetny, than polypropylene. For connection of the last you need special purpose tool – the soldering iron or the welding machine for pipes. However you can not buy it, and lease for the period of mounting, but economy on connecting fitting turns out considerable, especially if in the pipeline layout many branchings are planned.
For connection of cheaper pipes from polyethylene it is necessary to buy metal elements, and in the sum they will be more expensive all line of the pipeline. Besides to make with them completely airtight joint as during the work with polypropylene pipe and the soldering iron, it is impossible. In polyethylene water supply system the joints will always be weak point.
How to warm water supply system
That during the winter period the water supply system has not suffered from low temperature and has not frozen, it is necessary to take care of its warming. The way out will use special tubular covers from frothed polypropylene. Such simple modern decision will allow to protect pipes from freezing and cracking.
It is possible to use also such option of warming as heating cable. It is laid in parallel to the pipeline on all length. The cable warms pipes and prevents their freezing. But there will be electric power costs of continuous heating.
What will be required folding and shutoff valves for water supply system
Reliability of all system depends on quality of the acquired water folding armature. Ordinary mixers can be installed in the enclosed space: in country kitchen, the bathroom or bath. But for installation on the street it is necessary to mount cranes about grandbuksam or bronze latches - much more practical and reliable.
The entrance distributing knot is placed, for example, in the economic room or the specially allotted place in the house. The knot joins complex of the latches cutting any given branchings of water supply system, the device for measurement, regulation, pressure monitoring.
Step-by-step mounting guide of water supply system
That at the dacha the water supply system to make with own hands, it is necessary to perform preparatory work: to make the plan, to prepare materials and tools. Having only carefully thought up all stages of work, it is possible to start pipeline laying, mounting and connection of internal distributing.
Make the plan of water supply system in several projections. If the scheme is planned difficult, without the aid of the professional it will be difficult to manage. You need the following information:
- soil frost depth in your area;
- depth of passing of underground waters on your site;
- relief bias;
- the plan of the communications which are available in the earth with the indication of points of water intake;
- the plan of the site with all constructions;
- quantity of necessary points of consumption (for the house, bath, kitchen garden, the pool, etc.).
Draw the detailed scheme in scale. To consider inclination at pipeline laying at the dacha, except usual location plan, draw the profile image of the pipeline and the plan in isometry. Being guided by such drawing, count necessary quantity of pipes and fitting. Do not buy material end-to-end, always there has to be small stock – about 10% of total number.
Depends on frost depth of the soil, it is how deeply necessary to lay pipes. The fact is that laying of water supply system has to be deeper than soil freezing point at least on 20 cm in the lowest place of the site.
Set of tools for making of water supply system
It is required to you for carrying out earth and sanitary mounting works of winter water supply system at the dacha:
- shovel;
- extension wrench;
- gas pipe wrench;
- the welding machine for pipes – "iron" (when using polypropylene);
- tape measure;
- the cutting torch for pipes;
- hacksaw;
- knife;
- gun for silicone and sealant.
It is possible to acquire ready set of the plumber in which there are all main tools for pipeline laying. But you should buy in addition measuring tools separately, and it is recommended not to save on their quality.
If you are going to perform electric installation work independently, it is necessary to prepare in addition the screw-driver, tester, nippers and other tools of the electrician.
Algorithm of actions for laying of water supply system
Creation of capital water supply system at the dacha begins with earthwork operations. Having armed with shovel, be engaged in digging of trenches on all length of the pipeline, according to the plan made by you.
Provide power supply of the pump. For this purpose dig separate trench, lay electrocable and install the socket for connection of the pump. Then install the pump. Depending on its type, it it will be necessary to arrange outside or to submerge in the well with water source.
Connect the following devices to the pump: pressure switch, manometer and hydroaccumulator. Reliably record the pipe conducting from the pump to consumption points. Install the spill valve for possible preservation of system for the winter period.
Lay the system of the pipeline on bottom of the dug trench. If necessary establish warming of pipes at this stage. Remove external points of water analysis.
Connect the system of water supply system and check its working capacity. Pay special attention to joints of pipes and places of connection of units.
If the system works steadily, without leakages, fill up trench and start mounting of internal distributing of water supply system. Install all mixers, plumbing, water heaters and the systems of filtration. Plastic pipes do not rust therefore if necessary you can hide them in walls.
The water postupayemy from the well, it is necessary to clean. It is the best of all to do it by means of flowing filters or the systems of reverse osmosis. The last are more expensive, but provide full cleaning of all impurity at the molecular level.