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Warranties
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Brisbane can be the city of plenty and not
enough water. But we aren’t doing it as bad as our regional towns and
communities, who have been experiencing severe drought and are in desperate
need for rain. Almost two-thirds
of Queensland is in drought, and the lack of water supplies affects
industries, agriculture and can impact personal lifestyles.
Water is a precious resource and we often
take it for granted. Being mindful of how much water we use each day is
something we don’t consider, until the water supplies start to dwindle. It’s
important to understand we all play a role in conserving water and ensuring we
only use what we need.
Unfortunately, it can take a drought to
prompt a change in the way we use water, but your plumber can help automate
water conservation through a few changes around the house.
Here are 5 ways your plumber can help drought-proof your home.
1. Install a rainwater tank
Rainwater is free and collecting it in a tank can help reduce your water bill and lower your reliance on town water supplies. Of course, it has to rain in order to fill your tanks. But having a tank readily installed for when the rains do come, is a way to drought-proof your home. Collecting this water and storing it for use to water gardens, clean cars, fill toilet cisterns and wash down the exterior of your home can ease consumption from drinkable water supplies used for personal use (ie drinking, cooking and personal hygiene)
2. Install water saving aerators
Using less water in the home makes sense, but it often requires a disciplined practice. Install water saving aerators to reduce the litres of water used through the spout. Your plumber can change the taps or add aerators to reduce the water through each spout.
3. Install dual flush toilet cisterns
Most homes should have dual flush toilet cisterns, but if you have an older, single flush toilet suite, consider changing it. Dual flush toilets are another automated way to use less water than needed when flushing a number 1 away.
4. Change over to a water-saving shower rose
There are often grumbles about the pressure of water-saving shower roses, but you can shower for twice as long in a water-saving shower than a shower rose without a restrictor. It’s well worth the investment to install a water-saving shower rose on all the showers.
5. Grey water diversion
Grey water is the waste
water collected from washing machines, basins and sink wastes. This water can
be re-used to water the garden. We need to be mindful of the soaps and washing
powders used if the grey water is diverted. Some aren’t meant to be dispersed
on gardens. If you use eco-friendly products, the grey water can be diverted. Grey
water diversion may not be possible on some homes. Often a call out is needed
to advise on the best diversion for your laundry set up.
If you’re looking for ways
to reduce your water consumption in the home, give Salmon Plumbing a call. We
can help get your house better prepared for drought when water restrictions
come in place.
Brisbane summer wouldn’t be the same without the mozzies. If it’s not enough that they’re breeding madly in flood waters, they’re coming for your rainwater tank! Rainwater tanks are a great way to save on your water bills, if you can keep the local mosquitoes out! So, how do you keep mosquitoes out of your rainwater tank?
Stored water makes a perfect home for mosquitoes
The collection of rainwater is a system that can be of great benefit to the environment and your water bills. But any plumbing system that collects and stores water needs to be maintained, and the rainwater tank is one such system that is often out of sight, so out of mind. Mosquitoes use rainwater tanks to lay eggs and raise larvae – you could be pumping baby mozzies into your pool or directly into your garden irrigation system.
Mosquitoes are the most dangerous creatures on earth!
This mosquito is the culprit for infectious diseases including dengue, Zika, chikungunya and yellow fever. Here in Queensland, we’re susceptible to Ross River Fever outbreaks. Ross River Fever isn’t usually deadly but it can shatter you immune system and make you very, very sick, for months, if not years. Dengue and Ross River Fever are real risks to Brisbane families.
The most common areas for mosquitoes to breed are near water supplies and CSIRO are urging all rainwater tank owners within Brisbane to check their rainwater tank systems to prevent an outbreak of dengue fever.
Research has shown the last epidemic for dengue fever in Brisbane was when the use of unsealed water tanks was prevalent. It’s important to check the current state of your rainwater tank installation and fix these issues if found during your inspection. If necessary, Salmon Plumbers Brisbane can do hassle-free rainwater tank replacements.
How to keep mosquitoes out of your rainwater tank
1. Check the mesh sieves into and from your rainwater tank
The mesh barrier at the top of your rainwater tank should be intact and have no penetrations. Any holes will attract mosquitoes. Replace the mesh to keep mozzies out of your tank.
2. Clean all gutters and downpipes
Leaf matter attracts mosquitoes as this is their food source. Remove the food and the mozzies won’t come looking for a home. Ensure your gutters and downpipes are free from all leaf debris. It’s important to clean your gutters twice a year, not just to prevent mosquito infestations but for flood prevention too.
3. Inspect the tank and check for holes or penetrations
Any penetrations or open holes into the rainwater tank are basically inviting the mosquitoes in. Replace or fix broken rainwater tanks. Your plumber can give you a quote on the cost to replace and install a split rainwater tank.
4. Check your first flush device
Your first flush device, connected to the outlet of the water tank should be flushed every 3 months. A biannual inspection can check for malfunctions and the possibility of mosquito presence.
5. Treat the water
To prevent mosquitoes from breeding in your rainwater tank, the water can be treated. This will stop mosquitoes laying eggs and kill any larvae already present in the tank.
Rainwater tank maintenance is a Salmon Plumbing speciality. The next time you book a call out, why not get our plumber to check the state of your rainwater tank system? It could be vital for your health and those living in the wider Brisbane community.
