Urban homes are facing growing pressure to manage water smarter, with many installing storage tanks in an urban setting. Below we will explore the benefits of doing so, which include irrigation, emergency future proofing, and cost reduction. We will also look at how to overcome the challenges of installing a water tank in an urban setting where space can be a premium.
Irrigating lawns and gardens: particularly in drought periods
We all know too well the effects that dry summer months can have on our lawns and gardens. Droughts hit lawns and gardens hard which often calls for irrigation – which can be difficult when faced with water shortages and restrictions. By having stored water off grid and at the ready, this means that gardens and lawns can remain watered without interruption through the drought period.
Emergency future proofing
We are finding that a growing number of Kiwi’s are thinking long term and becoming aware of the importance of future proofing; should they find themselves in an emergency situation. An integral part of essential supplies that we need involves having a reliable and efficient source of water, in the event of mains supply becoming compromised. Having a full water tank as a backup supply means that a home can remain self-sufficient during such an event.
Cost reduction
With rising water rates in many regions, it is no surprise that Kiwi homeowners are always looking of ways reduce household costs. Although space is limited in urban settings, rain water collection is still possible with specifically designed tanks. Collecting rain water, even if the amount collected cannot provide full coverage of a home’s usage, means less water drawn from the mains supply and therefore lower water rates. This makes rain water collection and storage an attractive option for urban homes.
With limited space for large traditional water tanks in urban settings, finding a solution is not always straight forward. However, there are great solutions on the market today that solve this issue, allowing urban homes to gain all the benefits of water collection.
The Slim Jim range of water tanks from Bailey Tanks have been created with urban homes in mind, providing a practical and attractive solution to urban water storage where space can be a premium. Slim Jim tanks have an ultra slim design, allowing them to fit into spaces that traditional tanks simply will not, whilst still providing options for a range of tank sizes.
Slim, ergonomic design
Limited space around homes can make it seem as though installing a water tank is not possible, however the Slim Jim range of water tanks have been designed specifically with urban water management in mind. The range includes sizes as narrow as only 325mm, up to a width of 690mm, meaning that there are options to work with a good range of spaces, particularly extremely narrow spaces.
Lightweight, with recessed handles
Installing large traditional water tanks can be an involved task, requiring lifting equipment and being a timely process. The Slim Jim range includes tank weights of 75kg, 150kg and 200kg, meaning that the tanks are usually manoeuvrable by hand, utilising the recessed handles on all tanks located at the ends. This eliminates the cost of expensive lifting equipment and means that they can be installed in places where access is limited.
Range of colours
When choosing fittings and fixtures for the home, it is important to have the ability to choose products that are on-theme with the existing design. It can be difficult to maintain design language and colour pallets outside the home, with many products focusing on function over form. The Slim Jim range of tanks is available in a range of contemporary colours, allowing the homes’ exterior to maintain a desired colour palette.
Submersible pump ready
Slim Jim tanks have the ability for submersible pumps to be easily installed. This allows for rainwater to be used in places such as outside taps, toilets and washing machines. There is also the option to add a Rain Aid valve so that if the tank runs out of water, the tank can be automatically topped up from the mains, providing an uninterrupted supply of water if required.
The Slim Jim tank range allows homes in urban settings to enjoy the benefits of rainwater collection, providing a solution that addresses the challenges of doing so. Installation of large traditional tanks is not always feasible in urban settings, however the Slim Jim tank range can make it possible.
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