Is your home or property located in a bushfire prone region? Did you know the Rural Fire Service (RFS) can utlise any available water source during a fire event? We’ll discuss the recommendations and legislation around bushfire water usage later in this article. Fire tanks Often, dedicated fire water tanks are not the most practical […]
Steel water tanks are built to last at least 15 years or more, and our tanks are under manufacturers warranty for 10 years plus carry Bluescope Steel’s 20 year Aquaplate® warranty on the steel. Whether the water tank is made from corrugated steel or galvanised steel, all our water tanks are hand crafted and reinforced […]
At gmTANKS we choose to manufacture our water tanks using Bluescope AQUAPLATE® steel. Read on to learn what it is and why we exclusively this material for our durable water tanks. What is Bluescope AQUAPLATE® steel? Bluescope AQUAPLATE® steel is a galvanized steel product with the addition of a special, purpose designed food-grade polymer film […]
How is water used around your home? There are many ways water is used around the home. The main uses are Drinking Cooking Showers, baths and washing hands Washing Clothes Washing Dishes Garden Swimming Pools Toilet flushing Common uses of household water How much water do your everyday activities consume? Water Use Activity Amount of […]
Discover trends in water usage across Australia and some statistics related to water tanks and usage across Australia. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Water Account Australia details information on the physical and monetary supply and usage of water in the Australian economy. While we await the latest release 2020, ABS Water Account, the 2019 […]
Material We fabricate all our raised garden beds from colorbond steel. We choose to use a premium corrugated steel sheet metal to build or garden beds not only because it looks great, but because it is built tough to last the test of time and harsh Australian weather. Size Measurements At gmTANKS we can offer […]
Is tank water safe to drink? Broadly speaking, yes. A consistently maintained rainwater tank can offer an excellent source of good quality potable water. How to know if rain water is safe to drink? Follow the below tips to assist you in deciding if your tank water is safe to drink: Is clear No taste […]
Yes. Having a water tank does save you money. After your initial investment in purchasing and installing the tank and harvesting system, the only outlay is a small amount for tank maintenance and a small amount electricity to power a water pump, if you have one. Considering durable steel water tanks can last 20+ years, […]
If you’ve made the decision to start saving money on your water bill and install a rainwater tank, you may be considering the best location for your tank. The best place for your water tank will be somewhere that doesn’t block any pedestrian or vehicle access, is close to a major downpipe, and doesn’t block […]
Are you ready to start harvesting your own rain water? The Bureau of Meteorology has announced a negative Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) event is occurring and will most likely continue into the Spring months. This will lead into the predicted formation of the third consecutive La Niña (wetter than usual) weather event and an abundance […]