Why Install an Additional Water Tank Before Summer?

As summer approaches, water use around the home can increase significantly. Gardens need more watering, pools may need topping up, and households generally use more water during the warmer months.

For homes in Pomona, the Noosa Hinterland and surrounding rural areas, installing an additional rainwater tank can be a practical way to increase your available water storage before summer arrives.

Why install an additional water tank?

If you already have a rainwater tank, you may have noticed how quickly your stored water can disappear during a long, hot and dry period.

Adding a second tank increases your overall storage capacity, allowing you to capture and store more rainwater when it does fall.

An additional tank can be particularly useful for rural and acreage properties where there may be greater water demands throughout the year.

1. Increase your available water storage

The biggest benefit of adding another tank is simple: more storage means more water available when you need it.

Rather than relying on a single tank, a second tank gives you additional capacity to collect rainfall during wet periods and carry that stored water into the drier months.

Depending on your property and how the tanks are connected, additional storage can be used for gardens, toilets, washing machines and other suitable household uses.

2. Get prepared before the hotter months

Summer can put extra pressure on your household water supply.

Gardens and lawns may require more frequent watering, while outdoor areas and other parts of your property can also use additional water.

Installing an additional tank before summer gives you the opportunity to increase your stored water capacity before you need it.

It’s much easier to prepare while your existing water supply is adequate than to wait until your tank levels are already running low.

3. Make better use of rainwater

A larger storage capacity means you can capture more of the rain that falls on your roof.

If your existing tank fills quickly during heavy rainfall and then overflows, you may be missing an opportunity to store that water for later use.

Adding another tank can increase the amount of rainwater your property is able to retain rather than allowing excess water to simply run away.

4. Reduce your reliance on mains water

Using stored rainwater for suitable purposes around your property can help reduce your reliance on mains water.

For example, rainwater may be suitable for:

• Garden and lawn irrigation
• Outdoor cleaning
• Toilet flushing
• Washing machines
• Other approved household uses

The right setup will depend on your property, plumbing system and how you intend to use the water.

5. A practical option for rural and acreage properties

Additional water storage can be particularly valuable for properties around Pomona, Cooran, Cooroy, Kin Kin and the wider Noosa Hinterland, where larger blocks and gardens can create higher water demands.

For acreage properties, there may also be opportunities to use stored rainwater for gardens, landscaping and other outdoor requirements.

Is your existing tank enough for summer?

There are a few things worth considering before installing another tank:

• How much water do you currently use?
• How quickly does your existing tank fill?
• How quickly does it empty during dry periods?
• How much roof catchment area do you have?
• What will the additional tank be used for?
• Is there suitable space and access for installation?
• Does your existing plumbing system need to be modified?

A plumber can assess your existing setup and help determine whether adding another tank is a practical option for your property.

If you would like to read more about tips on maintaining your current water tank set up, click here. 

Don’t wait until your tank is running low

If you’ve been thinking about adding another water tank, before summer is a good time to start planning.

Installing additional storage now means your system is ready to capture rainfall when it arrives, giving you a larger reserve to draw on during the hotter and potentially drier months.

At Plumbing & Gas Services Pomona, we can help with water tank plumbing and installation for homes and properties throughout Pomona and the surrounding Noosa Hinterland.

If you’re considering adding a second tank before summer, get in touch with our team to discuss your property and water storage needs.

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