Huge Savings on Steel Rainwater Tanks

Why Get a Rain Water Tank?

Even if your residential property is located in an area that gets a lot of water each day, it still pays to invest in rain water tanks. Highlighted below are the ways a rainwater tank is an amazing investment:

1. You save money on your water bill.
The use of water can be quite costly, especially if there are many of you living under one roof. Toilet flushing alone can amount to about thirty percent of the utility bill, and let’s not forget showering and other household chores (the ones that require water). But by using collected and stored rainwater in place of mains water when doing a few household chores, you can greatly reduce the amount you need to pay.

2. Different sizes for different needs now available.
A barrel is no longer the only option available when it comes to practicing rainwater harvesting. Today, there are numerous options to choose from, with the most practical option being the rainwater storage tank. The first reason for the tanks’ practicality as a whole has to do with the fact that tanks do not just come in one size: you can get a rainwater tank capable of storing a few thousand to several thousand litres of water. The second reason has to do with the different shapes of the tanks: cylindrical, slimline, underdeck, and bladder tanks are now available in the market.

3. You need not worry about water restrictions.
Water shortage, regardless of what caused it, will lead to restrictions imposed by the government. These restrictions, in turn, can be a huge source of headaches for anyone who consumes more than the average user. But with rainwater harvesting, one becomes less dependent on mains water this way. This, in turn, helps prevent water shortages from happening. And in case a shortage does happen, and a restriction is imposed, rainwater harvesting assures you of water that you can use during that difficult situation.

4. You help your surroundings.
There are a number of ways you help the environment when you practice rainwater harvesting.

Remember that rain that falls in cities eventually goes down complex drain systems. When hard rain falls, drain systems may be unable to handle the downpour, and some streets might end up flooded. But when this rain is collected (and filtered) for future use, not much water will end up in the drains of cities.

Rain can also cause soil erosion, which is the removal of topsoil. Topsoil is essential for plant growth, and when removed, any plants that are grown in the area won’t grow as healthy as those that are grown on healthy soil.

Another way you help your surroundings with rainwater harvesting has to do with the way water is processed and delivered to residences. Processing and pumping require energy from fossil fuels. Fossil fuels do a lot of harm to the environment. Because of this, it’s safe to say that by practicing rainwater harvesting, you prevent the utility company from using too much fossil-fuel-sourced energy.

Why You Need a Steel Tank?

Large-capacity rainwater tanks have been the rage for so long a time that there now are a wide array of large-capacity tanks to choose from. This should not really be surprising considering that they can store so much water that can be used for a wide variety of tasks, such as gardening or farming, driveway washing, dish and clothes washing, and even drinking.

The bad thing with having many choices available, however, is the inevitable confusion when it comes to selecting a tank for your home. To guide you in the selection process, here are the things that make steel tanks an amazing choice for the rainwater harvesting system of your home.

1. They are inexpensive options.
Steel tanks are made of inexpensive materials, but can last as long as many other types of tanks. It’s also worth noting that they are not that expensive to maintain each year.

2. They are durable.
As mentioned above, they can last as long as most other types of tanks. The main reason for this has to do with the very nature of steel. Whereas concrete tanks, for example, are too prone to leaks and corrosion, contraction, and expansion associated with harsh weather and temperature changes, steel tanks are resistant to these issues, and this resistance allows steel tanks to last a long time in your property.

Their construction is another factor in their durability, and as such, don’t just get any steel tank, get a well-constructed one.

3. They are mobile.
Most tanks these days are meant to be movable when needed. In the case of steel tanks, they can be moved using a forklift, a truck, or any other suitable method of transportation.

4. They look attractive.
Most tanks nowadays are designed to be great to look at. In the case of steel tanks, they are designed to look streamlined, professional, and shiny. You can also have them painted to match the colour of your home and/or the surrounding area.

5. They are generally a safer option.
Steel tanks are a non-porous option, and because of this, many (if not all) bacteria cannot grow in it, and chemicals cannot leach through it. Thus, by choosing this water tank, your water stays safe, clean, and always ready for use.

6. You can recycle steel tanks.
When they can no longer be used for some reason, the whole or parts of a steel tank can be recycled for other purposes. As such, it’s safe to say that steel tanks are truly an environment-friendly option.

Steel tanks are truly an amazing addition to any residential property. But in order to get the most benefits from having this type of tank in your property, you need to get one of the correct capacity. If you plan on using rainwater for many tasks that require the use of water, make sure to get a high-capacity tank. But if you plan on using stored rainwater for emergency situations or in times of an hours-long water interruption, then you can purchase a smaller steel tank instead.