After obtaining your water tank, the next step is to plan its installation. Following various best practices is crucial to ensure the safety of your water storage tank. Additionally, it’s important to consider your intended usage, as this will determine the required tools and whether you will perform the installation yourself.
Installing a water tank becomes simple once you have established its purpose. Here is a concise procedure that I found particularly easy to understand.
- Prepare the tank foundation – There are two options for preparing a foundation for a water storage tank: concrete and compacted material.
- Concrete Foundation – Pour a 3-inch reinforced concrete slab that is precisely level and flat in all directions, exceeding the diameter or base dimensions of the vertical tank. Before pouring the concrete, ensure proper compaction of the soil base.
- Compacted Material – Create a 3-inch pad using compacted crusher dust or road base, ensuring it extends at least 24 inches beyond the diameter of the water tank. The tank base should be free of rocks, stones, or any sharp or foreign objects that could potentially damage the tank’s foundation. Thoroughly compact the base and ensure it is perfectly level and flat in all directions.
If you are replacing an old tank with a new one, this step should already have been carried out. However, if you are installing a new water storage tank, make sure to establish either a concrete or compacted material base. Also, ensure that the base is larger than the diameter of your tank’s base and that it is evenly level in all directions. This will help prevent unnecessary spillage and other problems in the future.
2. Install the overflow drainage pipe – If you bought your tank from Enduraplas, your fitting may already be pre-installed (unless stated otherwise). Then, connect the piping to the stormwater drainage system or direct it to a location far from the tank’s base to avoid undermining.
Usually, the overflow is already installed in your new tank. However, if it isn’t, there’s no need to worry as the process is simple. You’ll only need to drill a hole where you’ll insert a gasket (and occasionally a filter). Securing the fixture requires drilling some screws as well. This ensures water can escape, minimizing the risk of foundation erosion.
3. Install your roof fill pipes – This is the time to connect the pipe from your roof to your tank lid. If you intend to use the water in your tank for human consumption, we recommend consulting your local dealer regarding the necessary filters. Additionally, it’s essential to ensure that your filter basket is securely attached to the lid of your water tank.
Whether your catchment area is located on the roof or near the ground, the water tank plays a crucial role in the water collection process. After all, rainwater is wasted if not collected and promptly stored.
The positioning of a water tank is a critical aspect to maximize its usefulness. When determining the placement of your water tank, factors such as tank dimensions, property size and space, pipework and plumbing infrastructure, and the aesthetic appeal of your property should all be considered.
- Tank measurement
Once the tank’s measurements are finalized, the next step is to evaluate the size and available space on your property.
- Size and Space of your property
Being aware of the available space is crucial regardless of the type of tank you intend to purchase, as everything requires space, especially if your water tank will be installed above ground. Moreover, assessing the available space allows you to determine whether an above-ground water tank is feasible or if an underground water tank is the only viable option due to space limitations.
- Property Appearance
For certain individuals, the presence of a water tank on their property can be problematic, even though it ensures meeting their daily water requirements, whether under restrictions or not. Therefore, it’s vital to reduce the visibility of the tank.
- Pipes and plumbing framework
Place your water tank near your downpipes; although this might limit your placement options, it will maximize your water storage effectiveness.
If you need more details on any of the concepts discussed here, our experienced customer service team is available to help. We offer dependable services in Houston, Texas, and Long Beach, California.
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