South Africa has run into a water shortage in recent years causing a lot of drought and limitations on water use. In order to combat this as a water user, there are some measures that can be taken by the home owner or user of Pretoria, Centurion and surrounding areas.
We use water for drinking, irrigation, industry, transport and for the production of hydro-electricity. As per the reports, the increased irrigation needs for agriculture had led to a problem with groundwater. Capturing rainwater can increase the area of irrigation, support livestock and even recharge groundwater. Rainwater harvesting is the simple technology that continues to be used till today around the globe to provide water for potable, irrigation and other non-potable uses.
Rainwater harvesting is not a new concept; it is an ancient practice. It is a technique that collects and stores rainwater for irrigation, laundry, toilet flushing, pool top-up, wash bays and as an off-grid/alternative supply of water. In some areas it is still the only supply of water. Rainwater can be collected from various hard surfaces such as rooftops and/or other man made above ground hard surfaces. Rainwater harvesting is growing in popularity due to an overall interest in reducing the consumption of potable water and the inherent qualities of rainwater. Unfortunately urban living, population increase, climate change, failing infrastructure, pollution, our lifestyles (to name a few) are all contributing to a worldwide water crisis. It is actually really very simple; our demand exceeds our supply and to sink another borehole isn’t the answer; we are busy depleting our groundwater supply. To secure a future with enough water we have to save water;
We can assist with water storage and usage solutions by providing the following services
- Harvesting your rainwater to supplement municipal water and getting off the municipal grid.
- Re-cycle your greywater to irrigate your garden.
- Re-use your backwashed pool water to save water.
- Re-use greywater in schools & offices and factories.
- Unique energy saving technology for geysers and residential homes.
We have to harvest rainwater because:
- It is a natural resource and reduces flooding, storm water runoff, erosion and contamination of surface water.
- It reduces the need for purchasing bottled water.
- It is an excellent source of water for irrigation
- It is relatively simple to install, depending on the application.
- It reduces your water bill.
- It supplies water during water outages.
- It promotes water and energy conservation.
The best part is you don’t have to change your lifestyle; you don’t have to start sharing showers and/or baths and you definitely don’t have to shower in a bucket. Life can continue as usual whilst saving water. Always remember “Prevention is better than cure”. Harvested rainwater can be used for many applications.
In order to assist in the process of water storage, we can provide the following solutions
- By developing water management solutions designed specifically for your home.
- By putting the power of environmentally friendly water management in the hands of our clients.
- By allowing our clients to be self-sustainable in the event of periodic water failures.
- By remaining a market leader in water management solutions through technology and innovation.
- By ensuring that the water solutions we offer, comply with health and safety standards to ensure the safe storage and consumption of water.
- By ensuring that we provide quality products designed for long term use thereby giving our clients continued value.
Harvested rainwater that has been stored in tanks can be used for irrigation as well.
Your method of irrigation will determine pump size and other distribution equipment needed. If you plan to hand water with a hose, a smaller pump can be used. Irrigation of lawns and large areas with sprinklers will require larger pumps, depending on the sprinkler head and distance and slope the water must traverse. Trickle and drip irrigation are the most efficient systems for beds and crop production. These systems will require the installation of a pressure regulator and an inline filter.
Rainwater has been widely used by gardeners for generations and is easily collected from glasshouses and other buildings; and these days even polytunnels can be fitted with gutters. The vast majority of plants much prefer rainwater over lime and chlorine-laden mains water.
Our team of expert professionals can supply and install all items pertaining to your needs for your irrigation system. We supply everything from piping to fittings and sprinklers. We have a cost saving technique that we implement to ensure that we maximise the return on investment. We are expert professionals installing and maintaining irrigation systems for the general home owner, housing complexes as well as commercial buildings and complexes.
Manual irrigation system is very cost effective, and you get to choose how much water you want to use on daily basis. Operating it is as easy as opening a tap or a shower, even children can assist in this regard. It also has less maintenance compared to other irrigation system
Our automatic Irrigation operates very conveniently; you set it to your specific requirements. As far as pricing is concerned it costs a fraction more than the manual irrigation system.
When you think of taking on your next water harvesting, storage, pumping and irrigation project, look no further than Willcue Construction for your project partner.
