If you have a lot of ground to cover at your home, you usually need a lengthy garden hose. However, trying to use a long garden hose on your water-source adjacent ground is an exercise in juggling frustration. Plus, coiling and caring for a length hose takes too much time to be worth it. An expandable garden hose, such as the Flexi Hose Lightweight 100-Foot Expandable Garden Hose, solves both problems. There's little hose to juggle near your water source, you can easily reach far ground and it's easier to coil and maintain.
Expandable garden hoses have many benefits that, for most consumers, outweigh the few negatives.
Expandable garden hoses have two lengths: use and storage. When in use, most expandable hoses come in 25 feet up to 100 feet. Some hoses may be available in 150-feet lengths as well. When in storage, most hoses constrict to roughly one-third their in-use length, no matter the in-use length.
The core is responsible for the expanding and contracting of the hose. It's usually made of latex or thermoplastic copolyester.
The majority of expandable hoses cover the core with fabric. Polyester is among the most common. Most exteriors are more than enough, but a handful are more susceptible to tears. User reviews are the best place to find durability expectations.
Expandable garden hose connectors are either made of plastic, aluminum or brass.
Expandable garden hoses typically start around $30 for good quality but short length. The best and longest hoses usually cap out at $60, but some can cost more. The majority of hoses cost an average of $45.
A. An expandable garden hose has two sections: an interior core and external protection. When water surges through the hose, the pressure causes the interior core to expand and stretch out, lengthening the hose. When the water and pressure stop, the core contracts back into its shortest length.
A. Unfortunately not. An expandable garden hose's construction makes repairing leaks, no matter the cause, impossible. Worse, expandable hoses are the most leak-prone hose you can use. Thankfully, most manufacturers know these facts and offer warranties to replace their damaged hoses. Always make sure your prospective hose provides such a warranty and double-check how long the warranty lasts.
A. Yes, though you must take extra precautions. You should disconnect your water supply when you're done with the hose to prevent your pipes from being damaged. You must also clear the hose of as much water as possible before storing it.
Flexi Hose Lightweight 100-Foot Expandable Garden Hose
What you need to know: This is among the best options.
What you'll love: It resists kinking. It has brass connectors. It constricts down to roughly 30 feet. It has an eight-function nozzle. It handles water pressure up to 12 bar and temperature up to 113 degrees. It's also available in 25-, 50-, 75- and 150-foot options and comes in eight colors.
What you should consider: Consumers reported leaks around the connectors and throughout the hose. The included nozzle is low in durability. Some consumers had issues with the warranty being honored.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Aterod 75-Foot Expandable Garden Hose
What you need to know: This low-cost pick still has plenty of length.
What you'll love: It's lightweight at only 4 pounds. The 75-foot reach is more than enough for the average home. It has brass connectors. The included spray nozzle has nine functions, which is more than average. It has a shutoff valve. When maintained properly, it can last for years.
What you should consider: Consumers noted a higher than expected chance for leaks to form around the connections and throughout the hose. It doesn't handle high water pressure well.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
Toczim 100-Foot Expandable Garden Hose
What you need to know: This has all the reach but at a lower cost.
What you'll love: This hose's 100-foot maximum contracts down to 33 feet. It's light at only 4.2 pounds. The included nozzle has nine functions, including a continuous spray lock, and has an anti-slip ergonomic grip. It can handle pressure up to 12 bar and temperature up to 113 degrees.
What you should consider: The exterior material is low in durability — dragging it over rough ground such as concrete can shred it. Some consumers reported leaks after a few months.
Where to buy: Sold by Amazon
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