As we come to the end of another wonderful Australian summer, are you prepared for winter? The colder months bring more rain and the end of the dangerous bushfire season. But at this time, it is also important to look ahead to the next summer time when the hot, endless days will return. Planning carefully allows you to take advantage of the rainfall due to fall across Victoria over the next few months so you are prepared for the hot season later this year.
Hosepipe bans are environmentally necessary but an inconvenience. As the days get drier and green grass is scorched by the sun, many of us grumble about our inability to water our gardens. But what if you could? What if you could gather your own water supply in winter which you can then use in summer? Read on to find out more.
Water Collection Tanks
Many residential and commercial properties install water tanks on their properties. These, combined with drainage system such as guttering and storm water management, allow the collection of the runoff which accumulates during downpours. While there is little use for this water over the wetter winter months, storage of this naturally occurring water source can come into its own as the country heats back up.Different Types of Water Tank
Depending on your location, the setup of your property and other variables, there are a number of different water tank designs which may best suit you. Here are some of the most popular designs and installations which are available in Melbourne and throughout Victoria.- Round, overground rainwater tanks – cheap to install and can fit into small spaces
- Slimline tanks – ideal for properties with limited space but require a sturdy foundation
- Storage walls – expensive but great space savers
- Underground tanks – invisible, large and space saving, but do require excavation
- Bladders – specialist sacks which can be fitted beneath floors but must be installed professionally