Do You Want Ways To Safely Drink Rainwater To Cut Down on Bills? Roof Rainwater Harvesting Can Help!

Are you tired of rising water bills? Do you want to lead a more sustainable and environmentally friendly lifestyle? Many Brisbane homeowners are looking for reliable, cost-effective ways to lead a more sustainable life and rainwater harvesting is an easy way to achieve this.

At Leak Free Plumbing, our professional roofers offer a range of rainwater harvesting options, allowing you to capture, store and use rainwater safely. From flushing toilet to simply watering your garden, investing in a roof rainwater harvesting system can significantly reduce your impact on the environment as well as your utility bills.

For a free quote, contact our friendly team today on 1300 637 303 or fill out our online booking form today.

What is Rainwater Harvesting?

Roof rainwater harvesting is the process of collecting and storing rainwater that falls onto your roof to use later. Instead of letting this water flow into stormwater drains, you can capture and store it to use on your garden, in your home or while washing your car.

While popular in rural areas, urban residents in Brisbane are increasingly embracing rainwater harvesting to help with increasing water bills and reduce their reliance on council mains water, especially during the hot summer months.

Best Roof Materials For Rainwater Harvesting?

When thinking about your rainwater harvesting system, your roof is a main component of that. It’s important to choose appropriate roof materials as chemically treated timber, lead flashings and roofs with lead-based paints can have a serious impact on the colour and taste of your water as well as your family’s health.

Additionally, avoid collecting water from roof sections close to chimneys, evaporative air conditioners or hot water systems as these can contaminate the water quality.

The roof materials that are suited best for rainwater harvesting are:

• COLORBOND steel or similar aluminium, copper, galvanised steel or stainless steel roofing
• Glazed, well-fired tiles
• Concrete tiles
• Clay tiles
• New Fibro materials

If you have any questions about which roof material is best for your home and rainwater harvesting system, our professional roofing team is happy to help. Call us on 1300 637 303 or fill out our online form today.

Roof Rainwater Maintenance Services Brisbane

Regular maintenance is essential for your roof rainwater harvesting system to work properly and ensure the quality of collected water, especially in Brisbane’s hot climate. Our technicians will routinely inspect and check your roof, clearing gutters, downpipes and water tank for leaves, twigs and other organic matter. We will also cut down any overhanging trees or branches to make sure your tank and filtration system is clean.

Is Collected Rainwater Safe To Drink?

No matter what you are using to collect rainwater for - whether it’s for watering the garden, washing your car or cooking, it should be filtered properly before it enters your rainwater tank. Unfiltered rainwater has the potential to make you and your family incredibly sick as it may be contaminated with dust, animal droppings, smoke and other pollutants.

Many rainwater harvesting systems can be fitted with a series of filtration devices to make the water safe to drink. Our specialists recommend that you install a First Flush Diverter. This device directs the first rainwater that falls away from your tank. This is because the first wave of rainwater often picks up most of the dirt, chemicals and germs from the environment, making it unsafe to drink.

There are a wide range of filtration systems to choose from and it can be overwhelming to know what systems go best with which. If you are unsure on where to begin, contact our friendly team on 1300 637 303 and we will happily answer any questions you may have.

What Are The Benefits of Rainwater Harvesting?

Investing in a proper rainwater harvesting system has several benefits that are both good for your wallet and for the environment. The benefits are as follows:

• Significantly reduce water bills
• Supports local waterways and the environment
• Easy to Install and Maintain
• Reduce soil erosion, stormwater runoff and pollution
• Provides additional water supply in times of drought and water restrictions
• Adds value to your home

Why Choose Leak Free Plumbing Solutions?

• We’re a local, family owned plumbing company and we care about every customer
• All our plumbers and roofers are fully licensed, insured and qualified
• We offer old school, honest and professional services

Your Local Plumbing Specialists in South Brisbane, Gold Coast and Logan

Are you ready to take control of your water supply and embrace a more sustainable lifestyle wherever you live in Brisbane? Investing in a roof rainwater harvesting system is a smart choice for your wallet, home and the environment. Leak Free Plumbing are ready to install, repair and maintain your rainwater harvesting system so it meets your needs for years to come.

For a free quote, contact our professional and experienced team on 1300 637 303 or fill out our online booking form today.