Factors To Consider When Looking At Rainwater Tanks For Sale

If you are looking at rainwater tanks for sale, there are some important factors to consider before you buy. What should be of primary concern, however, is the yield of your rainwater tank. A tank’s yield is the amount of water you will be able to harvest based on the volume and timing of rain in your area, your tank’s capacity, and how you utilise your collected rainwater. The key factors that will influence how much it can hold will also depend on the specific dimensions of your property and may include roof size, tank size, and local climate conditions.

Roof size

In order to calculate your roof runoff, 1 millimetre of rain on 1 m2 will feed in 1 litre of water to your tank. As a rough estimate, the average single carport is about 25m2 while the roof on a 3 bedroom house is approximately 150 m2. For a 4 bedroom home, it is 200 m2 and a 5 bedroom is 300 m2.

Tank size

The size of your home and your household needs will ultimately determine the kind of tank you choose. There are a range of products available in different shapes, sizes, and materials. In general, rainwater tanks are classified as small (less than 2000L), medium (between 2,000 and 10,000L), and large (greater than 10,000L). The number of occupants living in your home also is something you have to consider. It is safe to say that a household with a large number of occupants will use up its collected water supply much faster.

Local climate conditions

Australia is a vast continent with different rainfall rates scattered throughout. The climate conditions of where you live will greatly determine the yield of your tank. If you want to get the right tank for your home, consider the amount of rainfall your area gets before selecting one. For example, Brisbane, which is located in Queensland, receives a lot of tropical, heavy rains.  This is why getting a medium size tank would be a good idea if you live all alone in a 100m2 unit with only a small garden space. With this installed, you will still be able to water your plants and wash your clothes without sacrificing your valuable drinking water.

There are many rainwater tanks for sale that come in different colours, shapes, and sizes. However, make sure that you do your research before buying. You don’t want to shell out a lot of money for a tank with a large storage capacity if you live in an area that only receives minimal rainfall per year. Rainwater Tanks Brisbane is happy to help you determine if it is worthwhile for you.