Woodford

Woodford Manufacturing Company is a manufacturer of residential and commercial frost-proof wall faucets, wall hydrants, yard hydrants, and lawn sprinkler hydrants, headquartered in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Woodford has manufactured outdoor water delivery products since 1929 and is among the market leaders in frost-proof sillcocks, hose bibs, and yard hydrants for residential and light commercial applications. Woodford products are manufactured in the United States. Woodford wall faucets use a frost-proof design that positions the shut-off mechanism inside the conditioned wall, allowing the exposed body to drain after use to prevent freezing damage. Plumbers and contractors specify Woodford where reliable, code-compliant exterior water access is required for residential, agricultural, and commercial properties in any climate zone.

Woodford Product Lines

Frost-Proof Wall Faucets

Woodford frost-proof wall faucets are the company's core residential product line, designed for exterior installation in any climate where below-freezing temperatures require interior shut-off protection. The wall faucet line includes Model 19, an anti-siphon frost-proof faucet with PEX expansion and MPT inlet options and a metal handle; Model 22, a standard frost-proof model available in MPT x sweat inlet configurations; and Model 122, which offers hot and cold mixing capability. Woodford anti-siphon wall faucets include a vacuum breaker to prevent backflow from a connected hose or irrigation device. Frost-proof wall faucets from Woodford are available in multiple body lengths to accommodate standard framing and insulated wall assemblies. All Woodford wall faucets are manufactured in the United States.

Commercial Wall Hydrants

Woodford commercial wall hydrants are designed for higher-duty exterior water access on commercial and institutional properties. The Model 65, B65, and RB65 are automatic-draining, freezeless wall hydrants that drain the body whenever the handle closes, even with a hose connected, preventing freeze damage in unheated exterior walls. The Model HC67 provides hot and cold mixing at the hydrant, making it appropriate for exterior wash-down and equipment-cleaning applications where warm water access is needed at the building exterior. Woodford commercial wall hydrants include a hose connection with anti-siphon vacuum breaker as a standard feature. The commercial wall hydrant line is appropriate for schools, healthcare facilities, and commercial buildings where exterior water access sees frequent use and code-compliant backflow protection is required.

Yard Hydrants

Woodford yard hydrants provide below-grade, freeze-protected water access for agricultural, residential, and commercial site applications. The Iowa-style Model Y34 and Model Y1 are non-freeze yard hydrants designed for burial depths of 2 to 5 feet, with the shut-off positioned below the frost line to prevent freezing. The Model Y2 adds automatic draining, allowing the standpipe to drain back to below the frost line each time the hydrant is turned off. Woodford yard hydrants are sized in 3/4" and 1" FPT inlet configurations to match standard water service pipe diameters. They're used for livestock watering, irrigation system access, and general agricultural and site water delivery where permanent underground piping to the use point is practical.

Lawn Sprinkler and Specialty Hydrants

The Woodford Model 32 lawn sprinkler wall hydrant provides exterior access to the water supply for irrigation system startup, winterizing, and service, with a key-operated design and a removable drain plug for seasonal shutdown. The Model 32 is used at the point where a residential irrigation system connects to the domestic water supply, providing a locked service point that can be operated only with the key. Woodford also offers the Model 50 vacuum breaker product for backflow prevention at existing hose bibs that lack built-in anti-siphon protection. The specialty hydrant line extends Woodford's coverage beyond standard frost-proof hose bibs to include site-specific water access applications.

Why Contractors Specify Woodford

Plumbing contractors specify Woodford for residential and commercial exterior water access because the company has manufactured frost-proof faucets and hydrants in the United States since 1929, providing parts availability that supports decades of service and repair work on installed products. Woodford anti-siphon wall faucets include code-required vacuum breaker protection as a standard feature, simplifying permit compliance in jurisdictions that require backflow prevention at all exterior hose connections. Woodford commercial wall hydrants include automatic-draining designs that prevent freeze damage even when a hose remains connected, addressing a common failure mode in unheated commercial building exteriors. Woodford products are available in Low Lead-compliant versions for potable water contact applications. Woodford provides Low Lead Law compliance documentation for applicable products.

How to Choose a Woodford Product

The primary selection variable for a Woodford faucet or hydrant is application type. Residential exterior hose bib applications are served by the Woodford wall faucet line (Models 19, 22, 122, 17). Commercial exterior water access with higher-duty requirements is served by the Woodford commercial wall hydrant line (Models 65, B65, HC67). Below-grade water access for agricultural or site applications is served by the Woodford yard hydrant line (Models Y34, Y1, Y2, W34).

For wall faucet selection, the second variable is body length. Measure from the exterior face of the siding to the interior stop point for the inlet fitting. Standard 2x4 framing typically fits a 4" or 6" body faucet; 2x6 and insulated walls require longer bodies. Woodford wall faucets are available in multiple body lengths; confirm the selected length places the shut-off mechanism inside the insulation plane.

For yard hydrant selection, choose the burial depth based on the local frost depth. The Woodford Model Y34 and Y1 are available in 2, 3, 4, and 5-foot burial depths to match local frost line conditions. The automatic-draining Model Y2 adds passive drainage after each use, which may be preferred in agricultural applications where the hydrant is used infrequently and manual draining is not practical.

FAQs

Where are Woodford products manufactured?

Woodford Manufacturing Company products are manufactured in the United States. The company is headquartered at 2121 Waynoka Road in Colorado Springs, Colorado, where manufacturing operations are based.

What warranty does Woodford offer on its faucets and hydrants?

Woodford warranty terms are available in the product documentation and through the Woodford Manufacturing Company website at woodfordmfg.com. Warranty details vary by product model; consult the current Woodford catalog or contact your distributor for the applicable coverage terms.

What is the difference between Woodford Model 19 and Model 22 wall faucets?

The difference between the Woodford Model 19 and Model 22 wall faucets is backflow protection and inlet configuration. The Model 19 is an anti-siphon frost-proof wall faucet that includes a built-in vacuum breaker for code-required backflow prevention and is available with PEX expansion and MPT inlet options. The Model 22 is a standard frost-proof wall faucet available in MPT x sweat inlet configurations. For jurisdictions requiring anti-siphon protection at all exterior hose connections, the Model 19 is the specified choice.

How do I select the right Woodford yard hydrant burial depth?

Selecting the correct Woodford yard hydrant burial depth requires knowing the local frost depth for the installation site. The shut-off mechanism in a Woodford yard hydrant must be positioned below the frost line to prevent freezing. Woodford Models Y34 and Y1 are available in 2, 3, 4, and 5-foot burial depths; select the depth that places the valve seat assembly below the local maximum frost penetration depth.

Are Woodford wall faucets compatible with PEX supply lines?

Woodford wall faucets are available in models with PEX-compatible inlet connections. The Woodford Model 19 is available with a PEX expansion inlet for PEX-A systems and an MPT inlet that accepts a PEX adapter for other PEX types. Confirm the inlet connection type matches the PEX system tooling and fitting standard in use before ordering.

What Woodford product provides backflow prevention for an existing hose bib?

The Woodford Model 50 vacuum breaker is designed to add backflow prevention to existing hose bibs that lack built-in anti-siphon protection. The Model 50 threads onto the hose outlet of an existing faucet and provides the vacuum breaker function required by most plumbing codes for hose bib connections. For new installations, the Woodford Model 19 anti-siphon wall faucet includes backflow protection as an integral design feature.