Choosing the right size water tank

If you are looking into purchasing a water tank in Australia, you will likely know the benefits of one made from polyethylene. The material is designed to handle the toughest Aussie conditions, from the Outback to dense urban areas.

The only question you may have left to ask yourself is what size water tank do you go for? There are a number of variables that will determine the size of your tank. Here we look at what they are:

Property size

You'll want your tank to fit nicely onto your premises without reducing the functionality of your property. For example, a farm that is planning to use a tank for agricultural purposes will want it to fit perfectly onto its land to help it operate productively.

By working with your retailer to find the perfect tank size for your location – including space-saving options such as slimline, underground or under-deck tanks – you'll be able to choose the right tank for your particular premises.

Rainfall

Knowing your region helps you make an informed decision.

If you are living in a dry area, a large tank will help you collect and use water throughout the year. Alternatively, regions with fairly consistent rainfall will be able to use a smaller tank that will fill up more regularly.

Catchment area

Look into how much rainwater is likely to reach your tank from your roof. As a common guide, each millimetre of rain that lands on a square metre of your roof will give you a litre of water in your tank. A bigger roof can therefore help to fill a larger tank.

Your usage

Whether you are using your poly water tank for business or personal use, having a good idea of your usage will help you choose the right size. This can include how many people will be using the water, how many appliances it will plumb into and the nature of the usage – from watering fields or flushing your toilet, for example.

The expertise of your tank supplier will help you choose the right model for your exact situation and location. For example, National Poly Industries sells a range of tanks made from Alkatuff, so you know you'll get great quality and a professional service.

By Gerald Beckton