Water Storage & Rain Harvesting

Choosing The Best Spot to Install Your Water Tank

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[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 24, 2023 2:45:58 PM / by Matthew San Martin posted in Installing a Water Storage Tank

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Pinpointing the best place to install your water tank can be frustrating. On the one hand, you want your water system to work seamlessly in your operations and need minimal maintenance. On the other hand, you want to avoid spending a ton of money on installation and maintenance. Here’s everything you need to know to choose the best spot for installing your water tank.

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How to Build a Water Tank Stand in 7 Simple Steps

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[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 20, 2023 10:25:23 AM / by Matthew San Martin posted in Installing a Water Storage Tank

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Bases like concrete, sand, and pea gravel are familiar favorites for setting up your water tank. However, tank stands have several benefits for your water operation if engineered correctly. Here's what you need to know before building your water tank stand. 

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▷ 6 Helpful Tips: Preparing a Base for a Water Storage Tank

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[fa icon="calendar'] Jul 18, 2018 6:47:12 AM / by Rick Weisberg posted in Installing a Water Storage Tank

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Taking the time to prepare a proper base for your water storage tank or rain harvesting tank is critical. I have heard horror stories of people's water tanks splitting and losing a lot of water due to the fact that they did not prepare their base correctly. In this article, you will learn the popular base types and which to choose for your application.

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How to Add an Overflow Outlet to a Water Storage Tank

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[fa icon="calendar'] Jun 26, 2018 8:17:17 AM / by Rick Weisberg posted in Installing a Water Storage Tank

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I have installed many overflow systems on water storage tanks. While learning the best process, I have also learnt what not to do. Watch my easy-to-follow 6-step guide on how to add an overflow system to your rainwater tank. With the right tools on hand and the correct method, this task is very simple.

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How to Connect a Water Tank to Your Roof for Rain Harvesting

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[fa icon="calendar'] Apr 24, 2018 7:30:01 AM / by Matthew Firth posted in Installing a Water Storage Tank

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To harvest or collect rainwater from your house or shed roof, you must have your rainwater tank connected properly. There are several tricks to learn to ensure you filter your water correctly before it enters your tank. In this quick how-to article, I will explain how easy connecting a water tank is when you follow the right procedure and have the right tools. The ultimate goal is to make sure the water entering your tank is as clean as possible.

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Quick Guide: How to Install an Underground Water Storage Tank

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[fa icon="calendar'] Mar 6, 2018 7:40:18 AM / by Matthew Firth posted in Installing a Water Storage Tank

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Installing an underground water storage tank is simple when you have the right tools for the job. In this article, you will learn a simple 6-step installation method that includes an explanation of the recommended materials and machinery to be used. Using the correct backfill material to bury a poly tank is particularly important as it will lengthen the life of the tank. Because these tanks are getting buried, you must also be extra cautious about where you are installing them.

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Rain Harvesting Plumbing: Wet vs Dry Systems

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[fa icon="calendar'] May 23, 2017 6:50:51 AM / by Matthew Firth posted in Installing a Water Storage Tank

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When installing a rain harvesting system, the hardest part to plan is how your plumbing is going to be configured. In this article, you will learn about two popular ways to plumb your water storage tanks so you can harvest rain water the right way. These plumbing configurations are called 'Dry' systems and 'Wet' systems. I decided to gather all the pros and cons of each plumbing configuration to help you make the right decision for your setup.

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Quick Guide: How to Install a Water Storage Tank

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[fa icon="calendar'] Jan 10, 2017 12:00:10 PM / by Matthew Firth posted in Installing a Water Storage Tank

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Once you have purchased your water tank, the next step to consider is how are you going to install it. There are several best practices that need to be considered to ensure your water storage tank is in a safe position. You also should be concerned about how you will be using it. This factor influences what tools you will need and whether you can do this by yourself.

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