RESIDENTIAL RAINWATER
Rainwater for reuse for single family homes has become more than just a good idea
- New LID (Low Impact Development) requires capture of runoff from your property
- As we come into another long-term drought, capturing available rainwater allows usable water for subsurface drip irrigation
- Rainwater packages are available from 700-50,000 gallons
All rainwater systems have three major components
- Pre-treatment
- Cistern or Tank
- Pump System with controls
Pre-Treatment Devices
The reason for these Pre-Treatment Devices are for
- Catching and diverting the First flush. This includes bird and animal feces.
- Catching and diverting leaves and other debris from entering the rainwater tank
- Redirecting the rainwater flow to a stormwater drain once the rainwater tank is full
- Comes in various sizes to meet your needs
- Internal and External models available
Rainwater Tank/Cistern
Rainwater Tanks are designed specifically for Rainwater catchment. The tank must be monolithic, structurally strong, and water-tight to grade and include a smoothing inlet and proper sized venting.
Pumps and Controls
Pumps and controls complete the Rainwater Package and is sized to your specific needs.