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Water storage tanks have a big range of uses and there are a wide variety of tanks designed for different needs at home and for businesses.   Choosing the right water storage tank is an important decision for your home or business – the wrong one can prove expensive and time-consuming, while choosing the right one should save you money in the long run. Tanks for Everything stocks a range of water tanks for everything from rainwater storage in the garden through to static water tanks for properties with no mains water facilities. These tanks are a significantly cheaper option compared to ..

If you get yourself a water tank, you’ll quickly notice many benefits. Some of these can include, cheaper water bills, improved water quality and access to a backup water supply. One other factor is that they often come with environmental benefits.  What are water tanks?  People use water tanks to store water for different purposes. Examples include drinking water for people and livestock, and watering crops. Sometimes water tanks will collect or transport water too.  The size of a water tank will vary depending on what it’s used for. Smaller water tanks may be used for domestic or ..

Don’t make the mistake of not being compliant with tank regulations, or you may be met with a hefty fine. This article will push you in the right direction if you’re unsure.  Why is it important to comply with tank regulations?     Complying with tank regulations means you’re being compliant with the law. It also shows you’re being safe and want to protect the environment. If tank regulations aren’t followed, it can lead to serious problems like oil spills which are costly to clean up.      In which part of the country are regulations present?     There’re regulations i..

Strange tastes, smells and colours can mean your water tank is contaminated. This article will cover how you can avoid and spot problems in your drinking water tank.    What type of water tank do you need for drinking water storage?   You’ll need a potable tank which is approved for drinking water by the Water Regulations Advisory Scheme. They’re an independent UK certification body. They certify that tanks are suitable for the storage of water which is safe for people to drink. A non-potable tank isn’t suitable for the storage of drinking water.    What is a potable water su..

Millions of households in the UK rely on heating oil for their properties. For everyone who has one, there will come a time when an upgrade is needed.  How long do most oil tanks last?  Usually, they’ll last around 15 to 20 years. No oil tank is the same, so how long one will last can differ. They should have the appropriate maintenance as this may increase lifespan. Factors like weather conditions can affect an oil tank’s lifespan as well.  Which lasts longer, plastic or steel?  High-quality steel oil tanks generally last longer. They’re durable and UV-resistant. This means th..

Heating oil (usually kerosene) is generally used as an alternative to gas in homes or businesses which aren’t connected to the national network. If you live in a home which is off-grid – or are thinking of moving to one – you will rely on heating oil for your heating and hot water. There are around 1.5 million homes in the UK which use oil for heating. This heating oil will need to be stored in an oil tank on your property. The tanks come in a range of shapes and sizes, but one of the biggest considerations is whether you should invest in an underground or aboveground oil tank. There are pr..

If you are buying a property which isn’t connecting to the mains sewage system, or you need to replace or upgrade your existing wastewater treatment solution, it is important that you understand all of the options available to you. There are a range of options to treat your wastewater from the kitchen sink, shower, bath, toilet, washing machine and dishwasher at home. The best solution for you is the one which complies with the law, fits into the space you have available and suits your budget. Your sewage treatment at home must only discharge domestic sewage eg from toilets, kitchens and..

If you use oil at home, and especially at your workplace, it is essential to store and dispose of waste oil safely and legally. Waste oils, with the exception of edible oil used at home, are classified as hazardous waste, which can harm human health and the environment, and must be disposed of correctly. Oil accounts for around 16% of pollution incidents in the UK. Waste oils include a range of vehicle oils from engine fluids to petrol, brake fluids, antifreeze and the oily and sludgy wastes from interceptors. Other waste oils include cooking oil used in commercial kitchens and kero..

Around 1.5 million households in the UK are off-grid and rely on heating oil for heating their homes and their water. With an average of 2.4 people per household, that means around 3.6 million people in the UK rely on heating oil for warm water and central heating. In addition, many businesses, as well as schools and colleges, also rely on heating oil, which is sometimes also known as kerosene. And every home or business which uses heating oil will have a heating oil tank on their premises to store the fuel safely. What do you need to know about heating oil tanks? Here are six important ..

A water tank can be used by businesses, especially in farming, or at home. They are largely used to collect and store rainwater. This can then be used for gardening, including watering lawns, and washing cars, as well as for livestock drinking water. Collecting rainwater has lots of advantages. It can save money on your water bill, it can be better for plants (as it doesn’t contain any chemicals) and can help prevent soil erosion, by diverting heavy rain away from the ground.   Water tanks can also be used to collect grey water, which is domestic wastewater, such as water from the s..