Rainwater Harvesting Systems

At Drain Technology we have enhanced our services even further. We can now offer the installation or sale of Rain Water Harvesting systems. Whether you want a basic garden system, or the more advanced house systems, we have it.

The concept of capturing rainwater and storing it for later use is well documented from pre-Roman times and on all the major continents, although in industrialised countries, until recently, the practice had largely died away with the introduction of reliable mains-supplied water. With the ever-growing demand for water (and subsequent increases in cost), and the known adverse impacts this can have on local environments, the UK market demand for rainwater recycling systems is on the increase - mirroring what has already taken place in other industrialised countries.

Legislation is coming

The Code for Sustainable Homes measures the sustainability of a new home against categories of sustainable design, rating the whole home as a complete package. This code will very likely become mandatory soon and one category measured is dependent on meeting water usage targets. These soon to be mandatory ratings will only be achievable through the use of Rainwater Harvesting

Households can save up to 50% of their mains water Consumption

Rainwater harvesting is one of the most natural ways of saving water. Households can expect to save up to 50% of their water consumption by installing a rainwater harvesting system. Saving both money and the environment.

Why is the Rain Water Harvesting Market growing so fast:

• Water is fast becoming a valuable resource
• Reduced water bills
• Rain water is better for the garden then drinking water – less chemicals
• Helps reduce storm water run off which contributes towards reducing the risk of local flooding
• Nearly 50% of the water we use in the house can be switched to rain water
• Encouraged by local authority planning departments – keeps cost down
• Rain Water Harvesting systems can help with planning consent for new builds and
  extensions
• When the next hose pipe ban comes along, you can keep your garden refreshed –
  and obey the law.

What can Rain Water be used for:

• General Cleaning around the house
• Washing Clothes
• Flushing toilets
• General garden use
• Washing cars and windows

I am interested in a Harvesting System,
what do I need to do next?

If you are considering purchasing a Rain Water Harvesting system, then you can ring our free-phone telephone number to discuss with one of our engineers the possibility. We will first establish what type of system you want – whether it is a garden system or the complete house system.

Then we need to know whether you plan to make your own arrangements to install the system yourself and simply want to take advantage of our free delivery service or whether you would like to discuss Drain Technology undertaking the installation for you.

From here we will give you an average budget price for the supply and installation of the system or simply give you the price for the supply only system. Depending on your decision will depend on whether a site survey will be required.

The most important thing initially is to realise
the importance of Rain Harvesting systems
and decided whether you want to be part of
this fast growing market and make a small
difference to our environment.

Additional information on Rainharvester
systems, all of which are available through
Drain Technology, are available on their
web-site: www.rainharvester.co.uk