Below-Ground Rainwater Harvesting Systems
If you’re looking to reduce your water bills and make your home more sustainable, investing in an underground rainwater harvesting system can be a perfect investment.
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We’re experts in the field of water preservation and can supply and install underground tanks throughout Dorset, Somerset, Devon and Wiltshire, with our coverage areas including Bristol, Bath, Plymouth, Exeter and Bournemouth.
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Below-ground rainwater harvesting systems have become very popular over recent years, with homeowners looking to reduce their reliance on mains water and their carbon footprint.
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Harvested rainwater has many uses within the home, such as watering garden plants, home irrigation systems, toilet flushing, laundry, and power cleaning.
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We can supply and fit your underground rainwater system and our tanks include models from Enduramaxx, Tuffa and Paxton.
Speak to our team today for more information or if you would like to know your rainwater harvest potential and how much water you could save.
Above-Ground vs Below-Ground Tanks
Rainwater can be harvested from above-ground tanks, water butts and underground water tanks. Each type of system has pros and cons, and the best choice will depend on the space you have and how you will be using the water.
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Pros of underground tanks compared to above-ground tanks:
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Takes up less space in your garden
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More aesthetically pleasing as not visible
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Can store more water in larger tanks
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More weather-resistant to extreme cold and heat
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Can harvest more water for more use in your home as well as your garden
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Cons of underground tanks compared to above-ground tanks:
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Takes longer to install and can be more costly
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Due to being underground, access and maintenance are harder and can be more costly
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Planning permission or building regulations may be needed to install a new underground tank in the UK
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More expensive installation because of excavation/concrete costs.
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May require a percolation test to determine ground conditions.
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Key Considerations:
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Can a digger get access to the proposed site?
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Are any utilities in the way of the proposed installation site?
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Is there access for concrete/stone/muckaway vehicles?
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Do you need to be able to drive over the ground above the tank once it's installed? i.e. On driveways
Common Uses For Underground Water Tanks
An underground rainwater collection system can often harvest enough rainwater to irrigate even the largest of gardens, often with enough excess water for other household applications, such as toilet flushing and power washing. Some common uses for underground rainwater systems include:
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Irrigation for landscaped gardens in homes, parks and gardens
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Storing water for fire sprinkler systems
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Irrigation in smallholdings, orchards/fruit farms and other horticultural settings
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Watering pitches and sports fields at sporting and recreation grounds
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Irrigation and/or wash-down facilities in agricultural settings where space for an above-ground tank is very limited
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Swimming pool backwashing
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Effluent run-off/wastewater storage
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Septic tank
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Toilet flushing, providing water for showers etc
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Storing drinking water
Reduce Your Mains Water Usage & Carbon Footprint
Over recent years we have all seen our bills rise and witnessed rising global warming.
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With a rainwater harvesting system, you can reduce your water bills throughout the whole year and power your washing machine, toilets and pressure washer with harvested rainwater.
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Not only are the savings an attractive benefit, but the less mains water we use, the more beneficial for the planet.
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Main water has to be treated and goes through lots of processes that use electricity and the less we use, the lower our carbon footprint.
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Additionally, having a rainwater harvesting system supplying water to your home will increase your home’s desirability and could contribute to its value too,
Speak to our friendly team today to find out more!