In financial terms, investment is putting money into an asset with the expectation of some form of return. When it comes to your home, purchasing a rainwater tank can be one of the best investments you can make.
Be they slimline water tanks, modular water tanks or plastic water tanks, rainwater tanks can reduce up to 10% of your water bill and help save the environment at the same time. And as mentioned in a previous article, water stored in a SUPATANK can be used during bushfires, either as a back up to mains water or to even fight or prevent fire from spreading to your house. On top of that, rainwater tanks can also increase the overall value of your property.
However, what makes a rainwater tank a great investment lies also in the fact that it’s an asset that requires very little care. In fact, the hardest thing to do when it comes to rainwater tanks is most probably deciding on the colour!
Rainwater tanks are extremely low maintenance. The following tips will show you just how easy it is to care for your rainwater tank and also help your water tank go that extra mile, so that your rainwater tank will be an investment that will continually provide great returns for a very long time.
Choosing the right water tank
Take into consideration the space you have and the purpose for which the water will be utilised. The last thing you want to do is discover your water tank is too small—or too large—for you. The good news is that rainwater tanks come in a variety of size and configurations, so you will be able to find the right water tank, even if it’s used just to water your garden or if you have limited space.
Water tank installation
When you’ve found the perfect water tank, our SUPATANK installers can easily integrate it into your home water system. They will locate your water tank close to your house, near existing downpipes, so that most of the work needed to fill the pipes is down by gravity. All you need to do is occasionally check that your gutters are clear for all the rain water to be harvested.
Screen out wildlife
Of course you do not want your rainwater tank to become a home or burial ground for the local wildlife. Your SUPATANK will come covered and every access point adequately screened to prevent birds, insects and animals from getting in. Just make sure screens are routinely checked and maintained for damage.
Follow instructions
It is important to keep your rain water tank clean. During your SUPATANK water installation, ask you installer to give you information on how your system works, how to appropriately maintain your tank and any other maintenance needs.
Save for a rainy day
Once your SUPATANK is installed, it is ready to use. And use it you should. To ensure optimal rain water harvesting for your water tank, use tank water daily. This way, you will maximise the storage capacity for when it rains.
