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September 16, 2014

Video: Why Harvest Rainwater? 10 Reasons to Save Water for a More Sustainable Home

Although the video below only mentions underground water tanks, above-ground water tanks are also suited for rainwater harvesting. Rainwater can be used for a multitude of […]
September 15, 2014

Design & Install a Greywater Irrigation System

The article below describes one way or designing & installing a grey water irrigation system with a plastic water tank or box for temporary storage. The […]
September 14, 2014

Rainwater harvesting tanks & gardens for schools

Schools usually have ideal rooftops for rainwater harvesting and enough space for large water tanks too. In South Africa, the typical rural school comprises of long […]
September 13, 2014

Residential water conservation tips

In addition to the comprehensive water saving tips listed below, rainwater harvesting tanks and grey water recycling should also be considered. Rain water tanks not only […]
September 12, 2014

Video: Practical Rain Garden Installation

Rain gardens make sense, especially in dry countries such as South Africa where rainwater should be used as much as possible to reduce the pressure on […]
September 11, 2014

Advantages of polyethylene water tanks

High quality ‘plastic’ or polyethylene water tanks and chemical tanks have a number of advantages over equivalent fibreglass tanks and steel tanks. The article below mentions […]
September 10, 2014

Branched Drain Greywater System Installation Tips

Greywater recycling is an eco-friendly way of conserving water; just remember that grey water should not be stored in water tanks for longer than 24 hours […]
September 8, 2014

Video: Water by the Numbers

An interesting video; water conservation should become a part of everyone’s everyday actions. Rain water harvesting tanks and grey water recycling systems should be installed wherever […]
September 7, 2014

How safe & accessible is South Africa’s water supply?

Water quality & increasing water supply cuts are a concern to many South Africans. Rainwater harvesting tanks are one way of ensuring a back-up water supply […]
September 6, 2014

DIY Rain Water Tank System

Small water tanks, drums or ‘rain barrels’ are great for the hobby rainwater collector & DIY enthusiast but we advocate bigger water tanks, if possible. Many […]
September 4, 2014

Water conservation & efficiency in hospitals

Hospital rooftops make ideal collecting surfaces for rainwater harvesting and there is usually ample space for installing large water tanks – 10000 litre tanks, 15000 litre […]
September 3, 2014

Video: How to install a rain barrel

This video outlines the steps to installing a rain barrel or small rain water tank (known as ‘water butts’ in the UK and commonly called rain […]
September 2, 2014

The Pros & Cons of Rainwater Harvesting Tanks

The advantages of installing rain water tanks definitely outweigh the disadvantages but it is a good to know the possible downsides, as the article below outlines. […]
September 1, 2014

Green Property Values Boosted by Rising Energy & Water Prices

A properly installed rainwater harvesting system or even emergency water supply water tanks increases the desirability & value of both commercial & residential properties. This is […]
August 31, 2014

The Benefits & Advantages of Greywater Recycling

Grey water recycling & rain water tanks should be considered by everyone, no matter where you live. The advantages are numerous and money can be saved […]
August 29, 2014

Video: Home Water Saving Tips

This comprehensive video about water saving at home is well worth watching, whether you are in the USA or South Africa or anywhere in the world. […]
August 28, 2014

Water Tank Installation Guidelines & Tips

Water tank installation guidelines for polyethylene or plastic water tanks may vary slightly between different manufacturers and should be checked. The article below is a fairly […]
August 26, 2014

The Benefits of Plastic Underground Water Tanks

Plastic or poly underground water tanks are becoming increasingly popular in South Africa for a number of reasons. Space considerations are one reason. Underground water tanks […]