We’re all looking to save money these days as we feel the pinch of rising costs. This means looking at all avenues to cut costs including our water bill. Cutting down costs on your water bill means looking at alternate options for water like rainwater harvesting. It’s Winter in Cape Town so it’s the optimal time to look into rainwater harvesting. But can you save money with rainwater harvesting?
Yes! You can save money by utilising rainwater harvesting. As a result, it’s well worth the initial outlay. You can save money with rainwater harvesting because you can use the water indoors (provided you treat it) and not just outdoors for watering the garden. For indoor use, you can use it for flushing your toilets and for your washing machine. As a result, this will bring substantial savings on your water bill.
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 for 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.
Contact us for irrigation quotes, water tanks & water filtration quotes, Cape Town!