Do I have to pour concrete for a Cobett waterer?
Installing can be a half-day, four-step process: 1. Dig a hole. 2. Set units in hole. 3. Refill hole with dirt. 4. Lay 12″ of gravel on top of the ground prior to livestock using the waterer. Laying 1″ size, unwashed gravel on top of filter fabric greatly extends the life of gravel by keeping it out of the dirt. Using filter fabric eliminates the need for 3″ size gravel. It is okay to pour concrete around the waterer after the ground has settled, if desired. Also, a suitable hole could be cut in an existing concrete floor. It is important to install Cobett in a well-drained location or install drainage tile. Obviously, installing the waterer in a mudhole would compromise its’ stability! Also, the drier the pit, the better the ground heat can efficiently minimize the icing.
