Why install a rainwater tank?
- Enjoy the freedom to water your garden, wash the car and top up your pool at your own convenience
- Save money by utilising Government rebate
- Save money by reducing your consumption and dependence on town water
- Helping to create an eco-friendly home or business
- Add value to your property
- We make it so easy! We look after everything, from recommending the most suitable package, installing it and even assisting you to receive a speedy rebate.
- Enjoy the freedom to water your garden, wash the car and top up your pool at your own convenience
Australia is one of the world's highest consumers of water. Currently, Australia is experiencing one of the worst droughts in Australia's history. As the drought worsens, Australians face the challenge of securing our water supplies and adjusting our lifestyles to accommodate the drought and the decreasing water supply. In the near future, Australians may face extreme water restrictions and expensive water bills. Both of these issues may cause extra stress within your household and may impact the way you live.
The following graph shows the annual rainfall for Australia over the last century. Australia has a history of varying rainfall and this graph shows several severe droughts that have impacted heavily on our country.
Source: Bureau of Meteorology
By installing your own water tank in your backyard or property, you can secure your own water supply free from the clouds and minimise the waste of clean rain water. When Australia experiences heavy rain, it is often 'wasted' as it runs into storm water drains and into the ocean. This rain water could be easily caught and used within your household. Rain water tanks can save 40,000 litres per household each year.
Our water tanks can hold from 300 litres up to 50,050 litres which allows you to choose a water tank that is suitable for your water use. Choose from a bladder tank underneath your back deck to a large rural water tank down the back of your property, you can easily catch, store and utilise your own water. From a small town house's plumbing system to a large rural property irrigation system, we have a tank to suit your needs.
Our speedy delivery services means that you will be able to enjoy the benefits of a quality rain water tank today. Call us today to enjoy the benefits of 'Rainwater Tank Company' water tank.
"The benefits of our water tanks are endless"
Financial Benefits
One of the main benefits of installing a water tank, is the current Australian Government rebate that is used as an incentive for all Australians to install a water tank. Depending on the state you live in, you can initially save up to $1500 on the cost and installation of a water tank. The long term financial benefits of installing a water tank are a reduced water bill and reduced dependence on town water.
As the drought impacts on our water supplies, it increases the cost of water. The average Australians water bill reaches in to the mid hundreds. You can easily reduce this financial stress by installing a rain water tank. By installing your own water tank, you can save financially and still enjoy freedom with your water supply.
Gardening Benefits
As local councils enforce strict water restrictions on the use of water for gardening and car washing, water tanks are an effective and efficient option that allows you take care of your beloved garden and car. The average Australian gardener uses an average on 1100 litres per week on their gardens. This can easily add up over time and result in expensive water bills. Rain water tanks provide clean water that is full of nutrients and is not chemically treated. As our summers are getting warmer and warmer, keep your gardens looking great by using a Rainwater tank. Water tanks are an excellent option for those keen gardeners!
Home Benefits
The average Australian household uses approximately 240,000 litres of water a year. Up to 40% of this water use can be replaced with rain water.
The following pie graph shows the percentages of how the average Australian household uses water:
Source: South Australia Government
Up to 40% of this water use can be replaced with rain water. By installing a water tank, you can use rain water to flush your toilet, shower, wash your clothes, wash your car, water your garden and to top up your swimming pool. The average washing machine uses 130 litres per wash, a dual flush toilet uses 11 litres per flush whilst a conventional showerhead uses approximately 12 litres of water per minute. All this adds up and can be easily replaced when you plumb your rain water tank to the toilet, washing machine and shower. Not only do you save money, but you help your town's water supply by independently supplying your household with its' own water that you can freely use without any restrictions.
Many local councils have now made it mandatory to install a rain water tank to new dwellings. Installing a water tank can increase the value of your home, as one of the long term benefits of a quality water tank is a reduced water bill. Rain water tanks will soon be one of the homes most valuable assets. Install a quality rain water tank today and enjoy being one of the many Australians taking care of our water supply by being eco-friendly.
"Water is a precious resource, use it wisely"
Environmental Benefits
Not only do water tanks help you financially, they reduce your dependence on your town's water supply. Rain is such a valuable source to our community and often it is forgotten about. After a heavy downpour of rain, stormwater runoff can often damage fragile creeks, rivers and lakes. Rain water tanks can reduce the amount of stormwater runoff by catching and storing the fresh water for future use. House roofs often cover a large surface area and provide a perfect catchment for rain water. By linking your rain water tank to your roof's downpipes, allows you to store and utilise the rain water that your roof catches.
As water damns levels begin to drop, there is a demand for more water sources. Recently, the Government have begun constructing a $2 billion desalination plant at Kurnell. The construction of this billion dollar plant impacts heavily on the surrounding environment as destroys delicate eco-systems and heritage listed sand dunes and wetlands. To produce 'clean' water, desalination plants use chemicals to treat sea water and use a high energy process to treat the water. This energy use results in greenhouse gases which pollute our environment and contribute to Climate Change. Marine life is destroyed throughout the desalination process as living marine organisms are easily sucked into the desalination equipment. Environmentalists object to the construction of this plant as they feel each Australian household should be responsible for their own water supply.
Rain water tanks are an excellent solution to the increasing demand for water and can be used by every household, business and property. Install a rain water tank today to become self sufficient and to help our environment.
Climate Change
As climate change becomes more evident in today's society, it is important that all Australians do their part in reducing Greenhouse gases. The Murray-Darling River was once a vital water source, but today due to regular severe droughts and Climate Change, this water source is at an all time low. Desalination plants produce massive amounts of waste and large amounts of greenhouse gases which contribute to Climate Change. Rain water tanks have no impact on climate change and are an excellent long term solution to the dwindling water supply. Help keep our environment beautiful by installing an environmentally friendly water tank today.