Make The Most Of Your Rain Water Tank

With rainwater tanks allowing you to water your garden and wash your car with ease, it's never been a better time to learn how to maintain your tank properly. Knowing how to make the most of your rainwater tank will ensure you have access to quality water for the long term. We've put together this handy blog with everything you need to know about caring for your tank.

Ensuring quality water begins with installing high-quality products and accessories with the help of a licensed plumbing professional. 

Regularly inspect your downpipes and guttering to make sure they're clear of leaves and debris and won't impede your catchment area. This might also involve pruning overhanging branches and inspecting your inlet mesh for signs of vermin or mosquitoes.

Placing a filter and diverter between your home and your pump ensures you prevent any sand or grit from getting into your washing machine or toilet. Your filter cartridge and pump should be changed every six to nine months, and you should also rinse your strainers to clear them from leaf debris and dust. A pump cover will reduce debris build-up and noise.

If you operate an underground tank with a backup connection to public water, it's important to organise a plumber to inspect back-flow prevention valves on a yearly basis. 

Regular maintenance and servicing carried out at least every six months will help save you time and money, and you can usually establish a schedule with your tank's installer.

It's important to check the bottom of your tank every two to three years as part of regular maintenance. This allows you to clear any sludge that may have collected at the base of your tank. Sludge can easily build up in times of scarce rainfall or when your tank is not flushed, and this sludge can reduce the quality of the rainwater collected in your tank. Removing sludge is only necessary if you use the water collected for drinking or washing.

If you're only using your collected rainwater to wash your car or water your garden, there's a lot you're missing out on! Ask our team to connect your tank water to particular fixtures within your home, such as your toilet, shower, bath, washing machine and sinks. This work can be accompanied by the installation of low-flow taps, water-efficient fittings, efficient appliances, and dual flush toilets.

For quality installation, repair or maintenance of your rainwater tank, septic or hot water system, get in touch with Nudge's Plumbing Dubbo. Our skilled, experienced plumber Nigel offers high-quality plumbing and gasfitting services to valued residential and commercial clients. Nigel has the expertise to tackle any range of plumbing projects and comes equipped with the necessary tools and technologies to efficiently carry out repairs. And if you have a plumbing emergency, just get in touch - we're on call any time of day or night. Contact us today on 0419 741 508 to arrange a quote or to book a service.