February 7, 2014
Water saving tips can never be repeated too many times, especially in South Africa where water scarcity is a reality. For those that prefer watching a […]
February 2, 2014
While installing a water tank is the first step to harvesting rainwater, there is other hardware that should considered to improve the efficiency of the system. […]
February 1, 2014
This video shows some basic gutter resealing techniques; gutters are an integral part of any rainwater tank system or rain barrel and one should always ensure […]
January 31, 2014
Buying and installing a plastic water tank (or water tanks) at a home or business is a wise decision, especially in water scarce South Africa. Here […]
January 28, 2014
Some interesting facts as well as some very disturbing information – water on this planet is in dire need of conservation and innovative ideas are needed […]
January 17, 2014
The video below comprehensively demonstrates how a simple rainwater harvesting system can be constructed, using a rain barrel or small water tank and a few other […]
January 16, 2014
The article below outlines for good points and ideas. Polyethylene water tanks are subject to price fluctuations but in South Africa, JoJo Tanks usually fix prices […]
December 17, 2013
While it is certainly possible to safely paint plastic rainwater tanks or rain barrels, ensure that the paint used is non-toxic, especially if the stored water […]
November 24, 2013
The large buildings found at universities, schools and other institutions make for ideal rainwater collection surfaces and a maximum number of rain water tanks. The ‘green’ […]
November 23, 2013
Installing a rainwater tank is an excellent way of making use of one of our most important natural resources – water tanks save water and money. […]
November 22, 2013
This is a broad question but the short answer is a definite yes! How much money water tanks can save is dependent on the situation and […]
November 21, 2013
Watch this great video on how to build a simple rainwater harvesting system using rain barrels or small water tanks. Ensure the rain barrels/rainwater tanks/water drums […]
November 19, 2013
Professionally installed water tanks will always increase the value and/or desirability of a property in South Africa. South Africa is a water scarce nation with an […]
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 17, 2013
While there is nothing too complicated about joining two rain barrels or two water tanks in series, another solution is to purchase a bigger water tank […]
November 12, 2013
In South Africa, good rains have begun falling over most parts of the country – businesses and home-owners should capitalise on harvesting this free source of […]
November 9, 2013
Rainwater should never be drunk straight from the rooftop or gutters – there could be contaminants that could make you sick. Always filter rainwater meant for […]
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 […]