Harvesting Rain Water in Tanks

Water is the most essential need of all living beings. Because of its importance as a resource, more and more people have been trying to save water for their household, business and agricultural purposes in recent years. Rainwater harvesting has taken on new momentum due to the obvious environmental problems such as drought but also because of its long term economical, water saving and environment friendly qualities.

In state such as Queensland, the importance of installing rainwater tanks is high, especially since many inhabitants have backyards and ample space on their properties. Another reason is that Victoria has long suffered from drought and Government restrictions must be made on water. Because of these restrictions and in an attempt to push the population to greater sustainable living, there are rebates available for the purchase of rainwater tanks.

There are many tank suppliers and styles out there; tanks come in all shapes, sizes and volumes and can be carefully designed to suit your property and needs. By installing a rainwater tank, people are able to rely on them for all purposes including gardening, swimming pools, washing and domestic use etc. The benefits extend beyond environmental sustainability, especially in a city that experiences long, dry summers.

Because of the increasing importance of tanks, companies are constantly creating innovative solutions to improve their product to suit every household or business. Tanks are available in various compact designs to suit even the inner suburbs houses of the city with less outdoor space. There is always opportunity for collecting rain water, even if space constrictions prevent you from setting up a big water tank. Specialists can provide a tank that is specially suited to fit small spaces and odd shapes. Oval water tanks, rectangular tanks and other configurations have evolved to suit the needs of all properties and households so a lack of space is no longer an excuse!

Choosing the water tank is very simple. There are hundreds available on the market and the one you choose depends largely on the type of tank system you need or want. Before setting out to buy a tank, decide on what features you want in your tank and how much water you and the members in your family are going to utilize. Do you want to use tank water for the garden and washing only or for your families water use as well?

The type of tank and size you should buy also depends on the number of people in your household, the average yearly rainfall in your area, and the total area of roof that could potentially direct rainwater into your tank. Some things to consider;

- Will you need to get a pump system to pump the water through the pipes?

- Do you need a plumber to install new pipes for this tank water?

- Will you need to purify the water for drinking purposes?

Above all, see if there are any harmful materials on the roof which will mix with the water and make it poisonous. Once you take these factors into consideration and consider the size of your property, decide on the water tank. In many cases it is a good idea to seek the advice of a professional. There are several experts who can give you a good idea of what you can do and how to do it.

The main types of tank materials available are:

- Concrete water Tank (strong enough for underground installation)

- Poly Tank, (cheapest of all)

- Fiber Glass Tank (durable and corrosion resistant)

- Modular Tank (can be configured to any size block)

- Metal Tank (made with corrosion resistant features)

- Underground Tanks (space saving and ideal for small homes)

- Bladder Tanks (also built underground and below the deck)

The brochures for many of these water tanks are available online. Go through each of these options and take into account the above mentioned factors and pick the one you need that is best suited to your situation. As mentioned above, it is advisable to seek expert advice on water tanks Queensland as design and installation can be tricky.