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While choosing water tank consider the average annual rainfall in your area. In addition, you should consider the plumbing of your space. You have a lot of options to choose from you have poly water tanks, steel water tanks, concrete and fibre glass and wooden tanks. In regards to the financial side of things, to the initial cost add the cost of replacing the tank over the years to come. Also look into rebates and cash backs offered by the government. Other factors to consider are

• Need and requirement: What do you need the tank for? Is it for house hold usage or commercial purposes? You can choose between a small, medium and large size tank. A small tank is less than 2,000 a medium tank is between 2,000L and 10,000L and a large tank is greater than 10000L. For an average household a tank with a tank capacity of 5000 to 7000 litres is enough for the weekly consumption. For commercial uses the consumption varies for different application.

• Underground or above ground level Tanks: Where are you installing the tank? If you are considering an underwater tank you will be saving on space and can opt for a larger tank but you have to remember that installation costs are more for underground tanks. Maintenance is not as easy as ground level tanks and they can be damaged with tree roots. Ground level tanks are easier to clean and install, water can be extracted easily with careful placement and a small capacity pump. But they do take up space and effected by climatic conditions.

• What is your roof area? Your tank will be influenced by the volume and timing of rainfall in your area. Also consider how much rainwater can be harvested from you roof. Calculate this with a simple equation. 1 millimetre of rain on one square metre of surface area will deliver 1 litre of water into your tank

• What design should you choose? You have an array of choices in is this category. You also have designer tanks that add to the décor of the house! If you have a space crunch you can opt for Slimline tanks the latest version of steel tanks. The traditional round poly water and steel tanks are most popular in cities and rural areas across the world.

With so many water tank designs available, the key to finding the right water tank is research, talking to the right suppliers and spending a reasonable amount of money. Let Master Tanks help you out. Having years of experience in this business they can give you the best steel and poly water tanks in South Australia. Check them out at www.mastertanks.com.au

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