Installing a surface-mount dog water fountain is a straightforward job for most maintenance, engineering or construction staff. Here’s what the project involves, so you can budget time and line up the right people.
1. Plan the location
Pick a spot close to a water supply and a drain, inside the park but away from the entry gate. (Our post on fountain placement goes into more detail.)
2. Pour the pad
Surface-mount models install directly onto a concrete pad. The installation guide shows the pad, the supply and drain stub-ups and the anchor locations. The concrete wedge, anchor bolts and base plates are sold separately.
3. Run supply and drain
The plumbing requirements sheet lists the mounting, water pressure and line details your plumber needs. In cold climates, include a shut-off and drain point so the line can be emptied for winter.
4. Set and anchor the fountain
The base flange bolts down to the pad. Connect the supply, check for leaks, and adjust the stream so it fills the bowl without splashing.
5. Test and open
Run the fountain to flush the line, check that the push button closes fully, and make sure water drains away from the pad.
No plumbing? Go portable
Where running a water line isn’t practical, the Portable Water Fountain with Hose Bib connects to a standard garden hose on a rolling base, with no permanent plumbing required.
Installation and assembly is also available across the USA. Ask us for a quote or an installer in your area.
Planning a project? Contact us for a quote or call 800.931.1562, and we’ll help you choose the right fountain for your site.