March 28, 2014
Water tanks and tank stands often, although not always, go hand in hand. The decision whether or not to install you water tank on a tank […]
November 30, 2013
Watch this video on an ingenious first flush diverter made from common hardware store materials and a water bottle. It also explains the importance of fitting […]
November 28, 2013
The main and most important component of any rainwater or water storage system is the water tank but there are a number of other components that […]
November 26, 2013
With an introduction to why home-owners should keep rainwater on their properties and a clear demonstration of how to install a rain barrel or rainwater tank, […]
November 25, 2013
In South Africa, there are many cases where water tank stands offer excellent advantages compared to placing the tank at ground level. The primary reason for […]
November 18, 2013
This novel approach of capturing rainwater with funnel-like ‘saucers’ that direct the rainwater straight to a water tank will appeal to some, especially those that do […]
November 16, 2013
These water conservation tips are not only applicable when travelling but when you are at home too. Water conservation habits in addition water conservation systems such […]
November 13, 2013
Investing in a rainwater harvesting system and water tanks can be daunting but these tips below will help you budget for a rainwater system, whether you […]
November 7, 2013
This article is from an Australian source but the tips and guidelines presented here are equally relevant to South Africa and most other countries. Some forethought […]
November 5, 2013
‘Plastic’ or polyethylene water tanks have numerous advantages of water tanks made from other materials. Of course, we are discussing high quality, rotational moulded poly water […]
October 31, 2013
This short clip shows the professional installation of a polyethylene septic tank into a perfectly sized hole. Whatever the brand of poly septic tank is chosen, […]
October 30, 2013
Some commonly asked questions about one of South Africa’s most popular and trusted brands of water tanks: JoJo Tanks. HOW DOES A JoJo TANK DIFFER FROM […]
October 28, 2013
South Africa being the water-scarce nation that it is, needs all the intervention it can get to reduce water losses and water wastage. Infrastructure will need […]
October 27, 2013
Two other advantages of submersible pumps that the article below does not mention are: much quieter and inherently more difficult to steal – an important consideration […]
October 26, 2013
While the video below may over-simplify the requirements of an effective rainwater harvesting system, the main objective of harvesting rain water is to capture and temporarily […]
October 24, 2013
In South Africa, plastic or polyethylene water tanks (also known as poly tanks) are by far the most popular choice when it comes to choosing between […]
October 23, 2013
These simple water and money saving tips are worthwhile in the long run – both financially and environmentally. Combine them with water conservation systems such as […]
September 30, 2013
Collecting rainwater is free (and legal, except for in some US jurisdictions). In water-scarce South Africa, we should be harvesting as much of this free resource […]