We’re all feeling the pinch these days and everyone is looking for ways to save money. A simple way to save money is to reduce your water bill by harvesting rainwater. In Cape Town, we receive rain in winter. As a result, it’s the optimal time now to harvest rainwater. But what size tank is needed for rainwater harvesting?
The size of your garden and what you want to use the rainwater for will determine the size of the water tank you need. However, the most common sizes used are 1500L, 2500L, 5000L and even 10 000L for large properties.
Rainwater harvesting is such an easy and practical way to save some money. Now that we’ve looked at what size tank is needed for rainwater harvesting let’s take a look now at its benefits.
BENEFITS OF RAINWATER HARVESTING
- It saves you money on your water bill.
- Rainwater harvesting provides an excellent backup to Council supply.
- It helps conserve our water supply.
- It decreases the demand on freshwater sources.
- Rainwater harvesting reduces erosion in dry environments.
- It reduces flooding in low-lying areas.
KEY CONSIDERATIONS FOR RAINWATER HARVESTING
- Clean your roof and gutters before you start collecting rainwater to avoid contaminants in your water.
- Wash out your rainwater filters every 2 months to remove debris
- Keep your tank top firmly closed to avoid contamination of your rainwater and to prevent sunlight from penetrating the water and causing algae growth.
- Treat your water before using it indoors or for drinking.
We’re in our rainy season now in Cape Town and it’s the optimal time to collect and store rainwater. When the weather warms up again in Spring the water can be used indoors (once properly treated) or outdoors. As a result, you will save money on your water bill.
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