Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Strip Lighting Installation In The Philippines. My contractor JLC Builders finally came back from Manila and takes me to Citihardware to pick out lighting for under our kitchen cabinets. Watch as they install the new led strip lighting.
I have added bookmarks for your convenience.
00:05 Citihardware
03:04 Setting up Job
03:55 Molding Install
04:42 LED Light Install
05:15 Testing Lights
06:18 Outside Lights
08:32 Finished Work
Strip Lighting Installation In The Philippines. My contractor JLC Builders finally came back from Manila and takes me to Citihardware to pick out lighting for under our kitchen cabinets. Watch as they install the new led strip lighting.
I have added bookmarks for your convenience.
00:05 Citihardware
03:04 Setting up Job
03:55 Molding Install
04:42 LED Light Install
05:15 Testing Lights
06:18 Outside Lights
08:32 Finished Work



![How to Fix Low Water Pressure & Clean Filters | Expat in the Philippines
In this video, Jason from Our Life In The Philippines provides a comprehensive guide on maintaining and optimizing a home water filtration system. He shares his personal mistakes, such as using the wrong line sizes and brands, and demonstrates a DIY backwash manifold system designed to extend filter life and improve water pressure.
Key Takeaways for Home Water Maintenance
• Size Matters: Ensure your filter housing matches your main line size. Jason explains how switching from a 3/4 line to 1/2 filters restricted his homes water pressure [01:19].
• Brand Comparison: He recommends Smos filters over Voda due to the Smos brands superior rubber O-rings and brass fittings, which prevent the leaks common in plastic-ported models [01:36].
• DIY Backwash System: Learn how to build a manifold that allows you to reverse the water flow (backwashing) to flush out sediment and sand without removing the filters [07:24].
• Filter Washability: Discover how many disposable pre-filters (pleated and string types) can actually be washed and reused, saving significant maintenance costs [22:50].
Video Chapters & Timestamps
• [00:14] Common Mistakes: Why buying the wrong filter size (1/2 vs 3/4) kills your water pressure.
• [01:36] Equipment Recommendations: Comparing Voda and Smos filter housings and O-ring quality.
• [03:04] Current Filter Setup: An overview of Jason’s 4-stage filtration manifold.
• [04:01] Pre-Filter Types: Comparing foam (5 micron), pleated paper (5 micron), and string (1 micron) filters.
• [05:23] Installation Tip: How to identify the top vs bottom of a carbon filter [05:36].
• [07:24] Backwash Strategy: Designing a T-junction and valve system for easy cleaning.
• [10:02] The Pump House: A look at the 75-gallon air-over-water pressure tank and its operation.
• [12:35] Fixing Leaks: Addressing issues caused by insufficient plumbers tape on plastic-to-brass fittings.
• [15:39] Testing the Backwash: The first trial of the reverse-flow cleaning system.
• [19:08] Pressure Tank Maintenance: How to drain sediment and repressurize the tank [19:51].
• [23:02] Filter Removal: Using the filter wrench and checking the condition of dirty filters.
• [25:24] Washing Filters: A demonstration of how well pleated and string filters clean up with just a garden hose.
• [26:41] Reinstallation: Tips for aligning the gaskets and nipples inside the filter canisters.
• [29:22] System Restart: Refilling the canisters and bleeding the air out of the lines [30:11].
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![Stop Buying Fertilizer! 🌿 DIY Black Gold Chicken Poo Tea
Stop buying expensive chemical fertilizers! In this video, we show you how to create Black Gold—a powerful, organic DIY chicken manure tea that will make your lawn and garden explode with growth. Using items from around the house and simple ingredients, we demonstrate the step-by-step process of turning chicken waste into a bioavailable liquid fertilizer packed with Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium.
Whether youre growing Carabao grass in the Philippines or maintaining a backyard garden elsewhere, this organic solution is a game-changer for sustainable living.
🕒 Timestamps:
• [00:00] - Introduction to Black Gold DIY Fertilizer
• [01:22] - Step 1: Collecting fresh chicken manure
• [02:14] - Step 2: Preparing the mixing station & tools
• [03:01] - The Science: NPK, micronutrients, and beneficial microbes
• [04:37] - Step 3: The steeping process and aeration tips
• [05:22] - Step 4: Diluting the Liquid Gold (The 7:1 Ratio)
• [07:50] - Step 5: Proper application techniques with a sprayer
• [09:09] - Step 6: Post-application watering (Avoiding Burn)
• [11:10] - Final results and comparison
💡 Key Benefits of Chicken Poo Tea:
• High Nitrogen (N): Fuelled by uric acid for that deep green pop in your grass.
• Soluble Phosphorus (P): Essential for strong root development.
• Potassium (K): Helps your plants resist disease and handle intense heat.
• Microbes: Builds healthy soil biology by breaking down organic matter.
⚠️ Important Application Tips:
1. Never apply in direct sunlight: The ammonia and salts can yellow your grass if it dries too quickly. Apply in the evening or shade.
2. Dilution is key: We recommend a 7-to-1 water-to-fertilizer ratio to prevent burning.
3. Water it in: Always follow up with a light watering to ensure nutrients reach the roots.
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