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Choosing an Effective Rain Water Collection System
Tue 16 Dec 2008 - 14:36
Choosing an Effective Rain Water Collection System
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Harold_Callaghan]Harold Callaghan
A major concern for Australians who are awakening to our national water shortage is how to choose the most effective rain water collection system for their homes. As we all come face to face with the water shortage crisis we move through our panic into the clarity of informed decision making. But once we decide that we need a rain water collection system, we are frequently at a loss as to how to move forward from there.
There are several factors to keep in mind when choosing a rain water collection system. The cost, benefit, size and location are the most critical factors. The cost of the system will be offset by reduced water bills and the peace that stems from knowing you are helping the planet and future generations. That doesn't mean you disregard the financial aspect of the choice. Of course you must shop around and compare quality with price to reach the final decision.
Determining Your Water Needs
The benefits of a system to your home and garden will be visible to you. In some areas that are prone to bush fires this rain water collection system could very well save your home. The water can be used for fire fighting purposes. It can also be used for cleaning any outdoor items like your automobile or farm implements.
The size of the rain water collection tank that is needed will vary widely depending on the intended use of such a system. If you do live in an area prone to bush fires you may choose a large tank to provide you with the peace of mind of knowing you have the water to wet your home in the event you need to protect it from the spreading fires.
If you live in an urban centre and only want to collect rain water for more mundane watering tasks you will not need a rain water collection tank that is as large as one that could save your home from a fire. You will be able to choose a smaller rain water collection tank and have it installed with ease.
Where to put the Tank
The location of your tank is also a very important factor to consider. Do you want your rain water collection tank to be underground? Do you want to pipe the water to the location you will be using it in? For example, you might decide to pump the water for your garden directly out to the garden so all piping will need to be in place. Do you prefer to collect the water above ground and guide it to your chosen locations?
These are all questions you have to ask yourself before the sales person arrives so you can discuss the options with him or her. They will give you their best informed opinion but in the end the decisions are yours to make.
In the long run you will be most pleased with the simplicity of installing a rain water collection tank. The process is painless but the benefits of conserving natural resources are unlimited.
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