What you should know about rain water tanks |
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Although illnesses related to water tanks have happened in the past, these occurrences are extremely rare. The only reason someone could possible get sick from rain water tanks is that the water was not properly filtrated and cleared of all harmful pathogens and pollutants. Most of the time rain water is completely fine to drink and live off of. It is those rare occurrences that we are unable to detect any harmful pathogens and pollutants where we will get ourselves into trouble drinking from water tanks. It is important to be aware of what type of things may cause the water in your rain water tanks to become contaminated. One thing to be aware of is your paint and roofing equipment. Paint and roofing equipment can be a major cause in the pathogens and pollutants entry into your water tanks. It is proven that paint with a lead base or roofing with tar has a big chance of contaminating the water in your rain water tanks.  |
 Also another type of more modern paint that could be harmful to your rain water is Zinc. There are plenty of cheap and clean alternatives that you are able to use for paint and roofing that will not contaminate your water. When it comes down to your water tanks, half of the battle is being aware of what could possible contaminate your rain water. It is important to inspect your roof, gutters, filter system and also the residue or algae which can form over time on the inside of your rain water tanks. You must be sure that your water tanks are properly seals in order to avoid breeding grounds for mosquitos and other nasty bugs which you definitely do not want in your rain water. After taking all of this into consideration and keeping a close eye on your rain water tanks. You can be sure that you are drinking the cleanest and freshest rain water you can get. |
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