Design for Underground Water Tanks

Choosing a design for an underground water tank can be very confusing at first especially if you are not completely sure of your needs and your budget. There are distinct differences in underground water tank designs and specifically in the materials made to use them.

Buying underground water tanks has been the trend as of late due to the benefits that it provides. It can save you a lot of space provide you with a sense of security knowing that your water is safe underground.

Here at Free Water Systems we use uniquely designed polyethylene (plastic) storage tanks complete with the accessories that are needed to finish off your rain capture and distribution system. Our goal is to provide you with the best quality products that money can buy.

Even though we prefer the use of plastic for underground water tanks, it is important to know about all the other types of tanks that are available before making an educated decision. When it comes down to underground tanks, we at Free Water Systems know that plastic is best and we want to tell you why.

Types of Underground Water Tanks

There are three primary types of water tanks that can be used for underground purposes. There are pros and cons to installing these particular types of tanks so it is crucial to know educate yourself on the basics before making your decision. The three primary types of water tanks used underground are:

•       Concrete
•       Fiberglass
•       Plastic

Concrete underground water tanks when placed underground are fireproof and it helps to take any acidity out of the water. They do tend to keep your water at very cool temperatures which keeps the water from having an abundance of bacteria.  Concrete tanks are very sturdy and completely free of chemicals.

They are the least expensive of the three choices which makes them an obvious choice for some. However, concrete water tanks are extremely heavy and take up a great amount of space. They typically only last between 15-20 years before some of the components will need to be replaced.

Fiberglass underground water tanks are the least popular and the least effective of the three options. They are however, made of corrosion proof materials that eliminates that the problem that other tanks have with corrosion. They also include an Interstitial monitoring system that monitors the tank and checks for leaks on a regular basis. The bad side to these types of tanks is that they are brittle and are more likely to be in need of repair a lot sooner.

Plastic water tanks are what we here at FreeWater Systems offer to our customers. We feel strongly that plastics tanks can offer a more economical and safe storage solution for water. These tanks are durable and you will able to rely on these tough underground tank for many years to come. These plastic tanks keep your water safe from chemicals and other components making it the most reliable choice for underground water storage.

FreeWater Systems is the Right Choice

Our team here at FreeWater Systems considers ourselves to be the best provider of rain capture systems in all of North America. We provide solutions for your underground water storage needs as well as rainwater capture, fire cisterns, and potable water storage. Our team of experts will make sure that no matter what your rain storage needs are, we are able to provide a quality product at a great price along with exceptional installation and customer service. That is what we pride ourselves in!

We understand that choosing a design for your water system for underground use can be tricky. That is why FreeWater Systems offers a free design quote as well as sample layouts of our work. We also have customers who are happy and satisfied with our services and will vouch for the attention to detail that they were rewarded.

If you are considering purchasing an underground system for water for you home, contact us today to get your free estimate and check out what we have to offer. FreeWater Systems is here to answer any and all of your questions about your water storage needs and everything in between.