Articles with Tag(s): "helpful-article"

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How to Calculate Your Home Water Usage

April 26, 2018
Earth’s surface is two-thirds water, 71% to be exact, and of that around 2.5% is fresh water. With such limited fresh water supply, governments invest in desalination plants, recycled water, dams, underground water sources and like. Supplying fresh water on demand is a costly exercise, but a basic requirement for developing societies. In Australia, property […]
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How to Link Multiple Rainwater Tanks Together

April 26, 2018
Linking rainwater tanks together is an easy way to increase your water storage capacity without significant plumbing work. This article will explore what options are available when it comes to linking multiple rainwater tanks together and their advantages. Option 1. Linking Tanks to Fill Evenly To link tanks together so that they both evenly fill is […]
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How to Calculate the Right Size Water Tank for Your Home or Shed

April 26, 2018
If you’re building new infrastructure on your land, whether it’s a shed, warehouse, barn or other facility, it’s vital you determine the best water supply and storage system solution for your new building. How much water will I need? Your first step is to determine how much water your new building will need. For a […]
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Planning Your Farm Water Storage: An Overview

April 26, 2018
Identifying water storage facilities that you will need is important when carefully planning the water resources required by your rural property or farm. It requires a good understanding of your water sources and their proximity to where you need the water. Careful planning will ensure your water is efficiently stored and easily accessible at the right locations […]
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Rainwater Tank Styles – What Types are Best for You?

April 4, 2018
So you are interested in buying a rainwater tank, but perhaps unsure what style of tank to go for? In this article we will take you through some things to consider to help you choose the right tank for your property. Identifying Good Tank Locations When buying a rainwater tank for your home, it is important […]
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How to Plan Your Farm Water Storage

March 7, 2018
As a farmer or someone dealing with agriculture you would understand that water means everything to your land or livestock, family and business. The consequences of not having water are tragic and so it is extremely important to know how much water you need. The Victorian Department of Environment and Primary Industries (DEPI) estimate that: […]

Preparing the Base for a New Poly Water Tank

March 7, 2018
So you’ve chosen your tank size, picked a colour that suits your house or shed, worked out the best price and now it’s been delivered to your property. What’s the next step? Apart from the careful selection of the size and shape of your tank, one of the most important factors in the installation of a rainwater tank is the […]