Installing a Water Storage Tank System in your House

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With the expected water shortages in Metro Manila, it is time to consider having back-up water aside from the usual water drums.  Installing a water storage tank system in your house will limit the disruption of water shortages.

overhead tank in a building
Overhead Tank In A Building

Here are a few pointers we share with our clients.

How does a simple Water Storage Tank System work?

The water tank collects water from the main line while there is water supply.  Once the tank is full, it will stop collecting water.  When there is no water supply from the main line, the storage tank will provide water to the house until it is empty.

Basic parts of a simple water storage tank system

  • Water storage tank – collects the water
  • Float valve – controls the highest level of the tank. It avoids overflowing.
  • Pressure tank – installed if the water pressure from the storage tank needs to be amplified. A pressure tank always require a water pump.
  • Water pump – helps pump the water to houses.  Recommended for multi-level houses.

Choosing the Storage Tank System for your house

1. The storage tank size will depend on the needs of your household

Know how much water you need for the household.  We peg per person 40-50 gals daily consumption per person.  This may vary according to usage.

The standard Eight Peaks tank Sizes are 152 gals, 212 gals, 345 gals, 432 gals, and 518 gals.  We can also make custom tank sizes.  We can also help source other brands of tanks for you.

For a household of 5 people, we recommend installation of 212 gals and above.

2. Check the space available

Usually, water storage tanks are installed in the backyard or overhead.  It will depend on the space available in your property.

Overhead tank placed in a roof of a building
Overhead tank placed in a roof of a building

3. Installation

Be sure to have a plumber or technician to check the connections prior to installation.  Our team can inspect the site to recommend a system for you.   Check if you will need a pressure tank and a water pump for added water pressure.

Pressure tank with storage tank and water pump
Pressure tank with storage tank and water pump

4. Maintenance

If you don’t regularly use the water from the storage tank, we recommend flushing and draining every 2 months.

5. Subdivision rules and regulations- Does your area allow its use?

There are some subdivisions and villages that does not allow the use of water storage tanks.  Be sure to check the regulations in your area prior to installing a water storage tank system.

Eight Peaks Enterprises can help you install a water tank system in your house. Just give us a call at +63-2-8851-6878.

17 thoughts on “Installing a Water Storage Tank System in your House”

  1. good morning.i would like to inquire about 3200liters tank capacity.dimensions vertically and horizontally and how much.thank you

  2. Hi good morning. Can you send a team to our house to find out what kind of system for us? Thank you.

  4. I need a water storage system. Our house is a 2 story house with an attic (bathroom in the attic). There is a proivision for a water storage system on the second level at the back of the house. How much will it cost for an entire system (storage tank, pressus tank, water pump, pipings, check valve, pressure gauge, etc)? Please advice, thanks.

  5. Hi! I would like to inquire if how much po water tank 212 gal. And free installation po ba kayo? If not, how much po ?

    1. Hi Ms Marites, it is possible to install a water pump inside a condo unit but best to check with the building administration if they will allow it. Installing a water pump may affect the water system of the whole building. Please call us at 8851-6878 should you wish to discuss further. Thanks.

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