The Rainwater Observer

Converting a Swimming Pool to a Rainwater Tank

Rather than paying to have an unwanted swimming pool removed, it is possible to convert it to a rainwater harvesting tank and then cover with soil and sod for an attractive and environmentally sustainable lawn.

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Commercial Rainwater System- 20K gallons

Installed for the purpose of providing irrigation water to a growing business, this system takes advantage of 8,000 square feet of collection area and two (2) 10,000 gallon metal tanks. A drought-tolerant landscape was installed to minimize water demand during the hottest and driest months of the year.

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Rainwater System Installation, Part 2

The tank is complete and the system is now ready to collect rainwater. In this post, you can see the vortex filtration systems being installed as well as the extensive conveyance system.

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Rainwater System Installation, Part 1

Follow us as we install a state-of-the-art rainwater system in Fort Worth, Texas. The system will be used as a whole-house drinking water supply system on a LEED certified residential home and uses some of the latest technology available to provide a sustainable source of water.

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