The Fix-It Playbook — Drip Emitter Flowchart | Free 1-Page PDF | 2026 Edition

Plants going dry in a drip bed? It's almost always one clogged emitter.

Two questions sort it. Are the emitters right next to it dripping fine — if the whole zone is weak, it's the filter, regulator or valve. Then: is the plant dry, or is there a wet spot at a fitting? That sends you to swap the emitter or repair the fitting and tubing, three steps each.

The sheet also carries quick checks for streaming and popped-off emitters, and a plain line on when to stop and call a pro.

One page. Print it or keep it on your phone. Free instant PDF download, yours to keep.

If the tree sends you deeper: How to Fix a Drip Emitter ($6) adds standard vs pressure-compensating emitter picks for long runs, the full troubleshooting table, and a seasonal maintenance checklist. All four irrigation guides come together as the Irrigation Repair Kit ($11), and all 24 year-round guides are in the Core Library ($49).