Benefits Of Storing Rainwater

Rainwater harvesting is the practice of collecting and using rainwater being discharged from hard surfaces such as ceilings or floors. It is an ancient technique that is regaining popularity now that more and more people are looking for ways to use water resources more intelligently.

Today, many rural areas depend on harvesting rainwater, but urban areas that are more or less exclusively served by utility companies, tend to forget this resource. Rainwater harvesting is an important solution, especially in the big cities where they are spending more water than is actually available. A problem that this is also exacerbating is the transformations to the environment and how climate change is occurring.

Capturing Rainwater
In order to capture rainwater, it is necessary that the surface or ‘runoff’ that is exposed to storm water permit allow its collection. This can happen either because the surface is impermeable or because its absorptive capacity is less than the infiltration on slopes.

In urban centres, areas exposed to rain are mostly impervious (roofs, roads and parking), so uptake can be performed with relatively small investments. Driving the water into runoff storage is usually performed by gutters on roofs (linked to siphon drains), pipe sheet and / or PVC gutters with or without grids in the floors.

Key benefits of rainwater harvesting:

Economic
Rainwater is a free and easy resource to maintain. It is also relatively clean and can be used in a whole host of different ways and activities that do not (health, to wash surfaces, vehicles or clothing, watering gardens or crops, among other possibilities).
Harvesting it can lead to a saving on bills of piped drinking water by the reduction in use.

Environmental
Collecting rainwater helps the conservation of reserves of drinking water, such as our rivers, lakes, and other wetlands.
It also fosters a culture of conservation and highlights an optimal use of water.

Social
It decreases the volume of rain water entering the drainage system combined (both sanitary and storm water), thereby avoiding flooding and reducing the volume of sewage discharges. This then increases their availability for other uses.

Harvesting this way reduces the use of energy and chemicals needed to treat rainwater in the city, also decreasing the amount of expenditures generated and helping with the treatment of other areas of focus. Overall, rainwater collection is very cheap and simple to get up and running, even for domestic home owners, so start harvesting today!

How To Save Water Efficiently?

It is always important to know how to efficiently use water in your home – not only for the sake of the environment, but also for saving you money. Here are some tips that will help you keep your water in check for around the house.

* Know your current water consumption and compare it to the average daily-per-capita domestic consumption. This will give you an idea of how much you could be wasting.

* Check your sanitary equipment, review your spending habits and decide upon the technological changes needed.

* Repair leaks. A leaky toilet for example can waste 200,000 litres per year!

* Change your consumption habits. Take a shower rather than a bath. Turn off the tap while washing, shaving, brushing teeth etc. Do not let the water run and use it only when you really need it.

* Don’t use the toilet as a bin for flushing away baby wipes or tissues. This is a monumental waste of water, when a bin would suffice.

* Use quick flush or low flush toilets to save water where necessary.

* Use flow reducer shower heads to reduce water consumption of up to 10 litres for a 5 minute shower.

* Don't defrost food under running water, just use your fridge the night before.

* Turn the sink tap off when washing up and only use as much as you need to.

* Use quick cycle on your washing machine. Try not to do lots of half loads per day and the same is relevant for the dishwasher. Only use when full.

* Look for efficient kitchen appliances, such as dishwasher, tumble drier and washing machine.

* Don’t fill a whole kettle up if you're only making 1 or 2 cups of tea.

* Install aerators and flow restrictors on taps throughout the home. They can also be screwed into the pipes of the kitchen taps with aerators and flow restrictors placed in the pipes in the bathroom to reduce water consumption.

* Flow reducers. These devices can be incorporated into the piping of the sinks or showers to prevent water consumption exceeding a set amount (typically 8 litres per minute to 15 litres per minute for a tap and 10 litres per minute to 20 litres per minute for a shower.)

* If you use air conditioning, clean the filters properly and always aim to buy the most energy efficient model possible.

* When it rains which it generally does in England install a rainwater harvesting system for your garden. It is great for being able to store large quantities of water. If the rainwater is harvested you can dramatically reduce the amount of water used daily per person.

We all love to save money and do our bit for the environment so what are we waiting for?

Harvest Rainwater to Help the Environment

Rainwater harvesting can be an incredibly good idea, especially in Britain, where we have such a changeable climate. With plenty of wet days, the opportunity of collecting water to reuse is both rewarding and cost effective. 

So why is it important that we all try and collect rain and storm water?

Let’s go back to basics - we get a lot of storm water in Britain. This can pick up rubbish, chemicals, dirt and other pollutants and flow into a storm sewer system or directly to lakes, streams, rivers, wetlands and coastal waters. Everything that enters the storm sewer system is left untreated and discharged into the water bodies we use for swimming, fishing and for drinking water.

During a period of heavy rainfall in urban areas, the surfaces of streets, pavements and roofs collect excess rainwater, causing environmental problems. The flow of water and dissolved contaminants range from chemicals applied to lawns, organic animal waste and metal waste from copper, nickel and zinc roofs and cars, which are deposited in nearby rivers and streams of water. This happens because the building materials we use in today’s society doesn't allow for storm water to permeate through the ground in built up areas.

The runoff of contaminated storm water can have many adverse effects on plants, fish, animals and people, such as:

 · Sediment can cloud the water and makes it difficult or impossible the growth of aquatic plants. Sediment can also destroy aquatic habitats.

 · Excess nutrients can cause algae blooms. When the algae die, they sink to the bottom and decompose in a process that removes oxygen from the water. Fish and other aquatic organisms cannot exist in water with low dissolved oxygen levels. 

· Bacteria and other pathogens can reach swimming areas and create health hazards, often making beach closures necessary. 

· Rubbish such as plastic bags, bottles and cigarette butts that reach water bodies can choke, suffocate or disable aquatic species like ducks, fish, turtles and birds.

· Household hazardous wastes like insecticides, pesticides, paint, solvents and other vehicle fluids can poison aquatic life. Land animals and people can become sick or die from eating diseased fish and shellfish or ingesting polluted water.

· Polluted storm water frequently affects drinking water sources. This in turn can affect human health and increase the costs of drinking water treatment.

By harvesting rainwater in water butts, we help to allay some of these effects and can also reuse this water supply as and when we need it. Not only that, but you can help the water supply in times of drought, because you would have stocked up and also save some money on your water bills too! 

Sale Now On All Kingspan Water Aqua Banks

At Septic Tank Supplies we have just reduced all of our Kingspan Water Aqua Banks to their lowest ever prices.

Kingspan Aqua Bank

Description

Aqua Bank is a range of simplified rainwater harvesting systems controlled by a pump, suitable for either direct or gravity fed applications. Operation of the system does not require a control panel, display panel or depth sensor.

Rainwater runs down the roof and into the guttering and down pipes in the normal way before passing through the filter, which removes any leaves or debris. Rainwater is stored in the underground tank from which it is pumped at a constant pressure to a garden sprinkler or hose as required.

Features and Benefits

• Simplified system design for rapid installation.
• Quick-start set-up procedure.
• Kit in a box’ of key components.
• Delivered to site on single pallet.
• Easy conversion to gravity system with header tank.
• Minimal energy use in operation.
• Designed in accordance with BS 8515.

Uses

• Garden watering
• Horticultural sprinkling
• Small vehicle washing

Applications

• Domestic
• Horticulture
• Garden centres

The ready-to-fit package includes the following;

• Intelligent pump
• Pump filter
• In-line filter
• 3m supply of hose
• Compsite GRP storage tank
• Pedestrian duty cover & frame

Graf Platin Rainwater Harvesters

The Platin flat rainwater tank was specially developed by Graf for rainwater harvesting. It is available in sizes of between 1500 and 7500 litres. It features a minimum installation depth which translates into a short installation time and low installation costs.

Minimum installation depth means a short installation time and low installation costs

The size of the rainwater tank explains why. The 1500 l tank measures just 210 x 120 cm the height to the tank shoulder is just 70 cm. The low tank height allows it to be installed without slope angles and therefore in a very small pit. Since the tank weighs in at just 80 kg, it’s easy for two people to complete installation in a morning.

Suitable for vehicle loading

When combined with a corresponding tank cover, the tank is suitable for vehicle loading. The Platin tank can therefore also be installed under your driveway.

Groundwater-stable

The design of the Platin flat tank guarantees high stability. The flat tank can therefore be installed in groundwater up to the tank shoulder.

 Key Points

• Minimum installation depth means a short installation time and low installation costs
• Integrated filter technology thanks to tank filter packages
• Can be driven over by cars (when combined with a cast telescope)
• Groundwater-stable up to the tank shoulder thanks to extremely stable design
• Easy to transport thanks to low weight
• Secure investment thanks to 15-year warranty
• The Platin rainwater tank can be extended in any way 

Compare the Platin Tank sizes
Tank	1500 Litres	3000 Litres	5000 Litres
Product Code	390000	390001	390002
Weight	80 kg	170 kg	240 kg
Length	2100mm	2450mm	2890mm
Width	1250mm	2100mm	2300mm
Height to tank shoulder	700mm	735mm	950mm
Total Height	1015mm	1050mm	1265mm

Kit Includes;

Components list for Graf Platin tank 1500 litre DUK2
Product Code	Product Description
GF-390000	Graf Platin tank, underground 1500 litre
GF-371010	Lid, telescopic, made of PE (green) See Option to upgrade to vehicle grade below.
3P-4000100	Calmed inlet (into base of tank)
27-20-25	1" Strainer
GF-375021	Lid sealing kit
GF-340060	Graf Minimax Filter
GF-330108	Graf Syphon
RWH-HYD01	Series 3 Submersible pump and inline filter from Hydroforce Pumps Ltd
RWH-HY1L	Pump Filter
RWH-HDPE25/25	Rainwater pipe HDPE 25mm diameter  25 metre coil
RWH-BUB01	Rain Back Up in a Box
N4D20DSC	110mm D/S Slip Coupler
Delivery	Haulage, UK mainland included (Highlands & islands on request)
GF-390000-DUK2	Complete Underground kit for domestic use

Free delivery to any UK mainland site

Call us at Septic Tank Supplies on 01923 261660 for alternative sizes & options

Graf's Version Of The Flat Tank

The Platin flat tank is extremely easy to install. The completely flat pit and low tank weight make installation child’s play. But the stability of the new GRAF flat tank is also impressive.

Below is an overview of the benefits of the Platin rainwater tank:

 

Integrated filter technology

Integrated filter technology

The professional, integrated filter technology is housed directly below the tank cover in the generously sized tank dome. It is based on the proven GRAF module system. The appropriate self-cleaning filter technology is supplied to match the House and Garden packages. It is characterised by its low maintenance requirements and high water yield. In addition, it can be removed without any tools if the tank needs to be inspected.

 

Attractive tank cover

 

Attractive tank cover

The attractive tank cover of the Platin flat rainwater tank is also based on the successful Carat module system. It can be telescoped and tilted in a continuously variable manner. Of the entire system, only the discreetly designed tank cover is visible. It also features a child-proof lock and an internal water connection box.

 

Large tank dome

Large tank dome

Thanks to the tank dome’s large size of 80 cm, the filter can be installed in it with ease. Its size also makes access for maintenance and cleaning work much easier.

Klargester Spare Parts

Klargester Spare Parts

We specialise in sewage treatment plants, package pump systems, oil separators, grease traps and rainwater harvesting systems.

Whether you have a septic tank, sewage treatment plant, rainwater harvesting system or pump station, we offer various service plans to provide you with peace of mind that the system will operate and function with the minimum amount of hassle.

We recommend that no matter which brand or model of septic tank or sewage treatment system you have, it is checked and maintained regularly. Preventative maintenance is protecting your investment and your environment to avoid costly septic tank repair bills or even damage to the groundwater or environment. If a tank leaks or is damaged it can cause serious problems with the drainage field not to mention big inconveniences such as not being unable to flush toilets.

Extended Warranty Bond Plan

If you have bought a Klargester or Envirocare sewage treatment plant within the last 12 months or thinking of purchasing one, you can enjoy *EXTENDED WARRANTY with our Bond Plan. This plan goes one step further offering you complete re-assurance and convenience in one simple plan. This can be purchased with your product or within 12 months of installation and is subject to completion of a FREE post installation inspection (terms apply).

*Klargester models BA-BB Biodisc 10 year warranty
Klargester models 1 & 2 Biotec 5 year warranty
Envirocare models P6 & P12 5 year warranty

Enduramaxx

 

 

Septic Tank Supplies are proud to announce we are now supplying Enduramaxx products.

Enduramaxx will add to our already large choice of rainwater storage solutions but will add choice for above ground possibilities.

Enduramaxx and Septic Tank Supplies will also be able to offer potable water tanks to store from 500 litres right up to 5,000 litres of fresh drinking water.

For a full list of storage solutions for water, chemicals. waste water and many more check out our website www.septictank-supplies.co.uk or call us on 01923 261660

 

 

 

 



Common Rainwater Problems - Solutions



Here you will find some solutions for common Rainwater Harvesting problems you may come across;

1. Cistern doesn’t refill after flushing

• Check power supply to pump (potential power failure)
• Pressure switch failure - reset pressure switch
• If a gravity fed system check float switches have not got stuck

    2. Pump keeps switching on without toilets being flushed

• Pressure drop in pipe work - check for leaks
• If a gravity fed system check float switch has not become stuck

    3. The system does not appear to be collecting water

• Check filter has not become blocked with debris and water is getting through
• System may be full and no more water can be stored

For further advice or if looking for a new Rainwater Harvester please take a look at our website - www.septictank-supplies.co.uk or call our team on 01923 261660

Sustainable Homes With Rainwater Harvesting

At Septic Tank Supplies we have vast experience working toward the code of sustainable homes with rainwater harvesting for inside and outside applications. (Envireaus & Raintraps)

In order to achieve 5 credits in the code for what the code calls “Wat 1” (which is mandatory for Level 5 and above), then rainwater (or grey water) recycling will be required in practice. Even for lower code levels, a rainwater recycling system used for flushing WCs etc can be specified in order to allow higher flow rates on taps etc, which might otherwise have to be reduced in order to satisfy the code and so this can be a means of balancing your preferences against increased capital cost and maintenance requirements of the code.

At Septic Tank Supplies we understand that water is a big environmental issue – droughts, reservoirs and rivers at low levels and hose pipe bans. So in a nutshell the aim of the code when it comes to water is to reduce the consumption of potable mains water in the home, and of course water recycling systems are a great way to achieve this.

F-Line flat tank - Rainwater Harvesting

GB Drainage Solutions Ltd are able to offer the unique F-Line flat tank which is the shallowest rainwater harvesting system on the market to date.

The F –Line can be used both for internal and external use i.e;

• Flushing Toilets
• Washing Machines
• Car Washing
• Plant Watering
• Irrigation

Why buy this system?

• The F - Line Rainwater Harvesting systems are based on the highest quality, rotationally moulded, one piece tanks, installed without the need for concrete, thereby minimising installation costs and supported by our long term 25 year tank guarantee.
• Minimum installation depth
• Easy and quick to install
• Small excavation pit and little earth excavation preserves your garden
• Ideal for installation in new or existing properties
• Can be installed in ground water up to tank shoulder
• Prefitted filter, Calmed inlet, and overflow siphon
• Automatic mains top up with the Rain Backup in a Box®

Easy to install

The F-line flat tank can be installed into much higher water tables than a standard round tank. If you don't know what your water table will be like in the winter, you're safer to install a flat tank.

The F-Line tanks are flat and the installation depth is 60% less than other rainwater tanks. The excavation can be up to 70% less, meaning little earth excavation.

If interested in the F-Line System please contact us on 01923 261660 or visit our website

New Website Goes Live

Our new site has just gone live!

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Sewage Plants Uk is GB Drainages Solutions brand new site, offering you products from no fewer than 7 of the UK's top manufactures!

At Sewage Plants Uk you will be now able to buy everything you need for your new installation from the system its self, right through to the pipe work and installation.

GB Drainage Solutions are the best priced company around for all your drainage needs with Septic Tanks starting at only £399 including the pedestrian cover and frame & Shallow Septic tanks starting at £650 including two pedestrian covers and frames.

Please check out our new site and if you cant find what you are looking for please give us a call on 01442 865708 and we will be more than happy to help.

Septic Tank Sizing Help

If you are in need of a septic tank you will most certainly need septic tank sizing help and that's where we can assist you. Here at Septic Tank Supplies we have more experience than we care to remember within the drainage industry which means we can pass on our experience to you.

Why should you use our services?

• Products - We only provide approved and certified septic tanks for your use which are under the EN12566-3 certification so you will have peace of mind on the quality of your product.
• Service - We love the field we work in and that's why we include a free site visit to your premises to help advise you on the correct size of septic tank that should be installed.
• Price - Here at Septic Tank Supplies we pride ourselves on being one of the most reasonably priced suppliers within the market and we will also provide a further 1% discount on your septic tank if you pay via debit card.

If you need septic tank sizing help then we are your 'go to' company. If you wish to deal with a company who make sure all of their products fall within the Environmental Agency EPP2 Regulations then we would love to assist you.

For septic tank sizing help please feel free to contact us to arrange your free site visit on 01923 261660

New Rain Cell Rainwater Harvesters From Marsh

Septic Tank Supplies are happy to offer the New Rain Cell rainwater harvesters from Marsh to go along side our Kingspan Rainwater Harvesters.

The MR1 & MR2 rain water harvesters have been designed and manufactured to ensure they comply with BSEN1717 and BSEN 8515:2009. The tanks are manufactured from High performance GRP. The Rain Cell harvesting systems uses rainwater from where it falls rather than diverting it into a surface water drainage network that can lead to flooding and potentially major disruption downstream.

These robust GRP Tanks can be installed in a pea shingle surround in normal ground conditions saving on expensive installation costs.

• Stainless Steel Pump
• Floating Intake With Filter
• Tundish With Air-gap & Bracket
• Easy Grip Keying In Lip
• Stainless Fixing Mechanical Sealed
• Inlet Filter
• Calmer Inlet Pipe
• Solenoid Valves
• Automatic Top Up
• Shallow Dig 2000mm
• 450mm Cover & Frame

For more information or prices please contact us at Septic Tank Supplies on 01442 865708 or Email at rob.gabriel@septictank-supplies.co.uk

Rain Water Harvesting

Envireau Direct Or Gravity

Many families are extremely conscious of the energy savings that we need to make to reduce our carbon footprint and to help save money on energy bills, especially with all the media attention that it has received, which is why it is essential that every little thing you do is counted for. Rain water storage units are a fabulous way to help in these eco matters, especially when they substantially help to reduce your water bills.

SepticTank Supplies are the premier company who are specialists in making your home eco-friendly and taking into account your needs, they are confident that they can provide rain water storage units at a price and size that perfectly matches your individual needs.

With an extensive range of knowledge and a wealth of experience in rain water storage units, Septic Tank Supplies offer impartial and practical advice on all of your drainage requirements and are keen to help all types of households use natural resources to better their energy prices.

Rainwater storage units work using a minor filtration system for rain water, rendering it fit for uses such as garden hoses, power washers and sprinklers systems, and in the home through your washing machine and bathroom facilities, all the while pumped at a constant pressure to maximise the effective use of it.

Many homes will be, albeit unknown to them, using costly, purified water for general household duties, such as flushing, through the washing machine and car washing but Septic Tank Supplies want to make people aware that this no longer needs to be the case, as that can all be changed through the installation of rainwater storage units – dramatically minimising water costs and helping the environment.

It can be a daunting task, however, to change from the norm to something so very innovative, and Septic Tank Supplies appreciate this, so they are completely dedicated to helping you through every step of the process. They are proud to have an incredibly skilled team who will talk through your individual needs with you, come and visit your site for free and offer expert advice on the potential for your property.

To find out how their devoted team can help you, give them a call on 01442 865 708.