Rainwater Tanks Offer Great Long-Term Benefits …

Capturing rainwater from your roof is a great way to supply water for a range of purposes including washing clothes, flushing toilets and watering your garden.

Modern rainwater tanks come in a variety of shapes, sizes and materials to suit every application. They are made of many different materials, such as concrete, metal, fibreglass and plastic and costs vary widely. A tank may be round, oval, square or rectangular, tall or short, squat or slim, and just about any colour ... tanks that double as fences or walls, gutters that store water like tanks, as well as flexible bladder tanks to store water underneath your decking or your house. Plumb Tank definitely has a tank to suit your needs.

Rainwater tanks can also help you save money on your water bill, especially if you also use other water saving devices such as dual flush toilets, water-efficient showerheads, trigger nozzles and tap timers.

Before you purchase or install a rainwater tank there are a number of considerations including:

• choosing the right water tank for your needs
• installation and maintenance of your watertank
• safety and water quality you can expect
• permits and regulations for rainwater tanks.

Choosing a rainwater tank …

Tanks are available in a range of materials in different shapes and sizes.

The most common material still in use today is galvanised steel which is light, easy to transport and carries long warranties on performance.

Concrete and ferro-cement tanks are strong and long lasting and can be installed under the ground.

Fibreglass tanks are suitable for collecting rainwater and are now manufactured with a food-grade coating on their interior surface.

There is an ever increasing range of tanks manufactured from synthetic polymers including polyethylene.

It is important for you to be aware that plastic tanks should be constructed of materials that are at least, of a food-grade standard.

The size of watertank you finally choose will depend on a number of factors including:

• the overall roof area
• future water usage
• physical constraints of your property.

Obviously the larger the water tank, the more effective it is in conserving an amount of water that is suitable for your needs.