Rain Water Tanks: an easy way to be eco-conscious

Rain Water Tanks: an easy way to be eco-conscious

These tanks are an easy and highly effective way to collect and make use of the natural rainfall in your area, which will lessen the burden on municipal water supplies and helps the homeowner to do their bit for the environment.

The benefits of rainwater tanks are numerous. Collected rainwater can be used to flush toilets, provide water for washing, drinking or watering the garden, which ultimately saves the homeowner money and gives them peace of mind about the source and cleanliness of their water.

Rainwater tanks come in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit different homeowner’ needs. Two of the most popular materials are steel or polyethylene. Tanks can come in a range of colours and all of them normally have at least a 20-year warranty. One of the most effective ways to make sure your rainwater tank doesn’t become an eyesore or take up too much space, is to bury it in a suitable location where it’s pump can still be easily accessed and serviced.

Optional extras are available for rainwater tanks that can make your device more functional and long lasting. A first-flush device can be installed in a rainwater tank to flush away the first layer of rains in the tank, which normally contains debris and dust. This is a valuable addition to any rainwater tank because it prevents the water entering the tank at a later stage from being contaminated.

Vermin proofing in the form of steel meshes or netting is another important preventative measure for a rainwater tank that prevents animals like moles, rats or mice from falling into the tank.

Finally, a leaf-eater is a screen that can be attached to a rainwater tank and allows and falling leaves or debris that have made their way into the water, to be filtered out from the tank before the water is delivered to the home.