Hobart Gutter Guard Co Blog

With the unpredictable climate and remote accessibility to some properties, it’s no wonder Tasmanians are some of the highest owners of rainwater tanks by percentage. Did you know that Hobart has the highest portion of rainwater tanks connected to an indoor tap? We are definitely a water savvy state.

On top of reducing water bills and being self-sufficient, Tasmanians commonly use their water tanks for gardening, washing and bathroom use but whether we use tank water for drinking or not, we need to make sure that our gutters are providing us with clean, quality rainwater.

Why is tank water dirtier than tap water?

Tank water does not go through the rigorous filtering and testing tap water does to ensure its safety. Rainwater flows directly from your gutters, drains and pipes into your tank. Imagine a rainy day, all the water pouring from the gutters into your tank. Now imagine all the dust and debris stuck in your gutters. There is a good chance this debris will run into your tank.

Dirty gutters and drains risk contaminating tank water with organic matter like leaves, seeds, twigs, bird and possum droppings, bacteria and other animal contamination.

Why is it important to have clean tank water?

Most people use their tank water for non-drinking purposes like laundry, bathrooms, and gardening but you still need good quality water to get the job done and prevent the build-up of heavy metals and organic particles from accumulating in the tank and ending up on your clothes, pipes and gardens.

Parasites and bacteria from the faecal droppings of animals can leach into tank water. Whether you drink from your tank water or not, avoid water contaminations to protect the health of your family and your home.

How to improve my tank water quality?

Like most problems, let us start from the top. All rainwater starts pooling in your gutters and drains before diverting into the water tank. Clean gutters and drains are paramount to ensuring a healthy, clean water supply. When was the last time your gutters had a good clean?

Routine gutter cleans

Routine gutter cleaning can prevent a build-up of dirt and debris from running through your gutters and eventually into your water tank. Routine gutter cleans can also prevent rust, heavy metals and micro-plastics from accumulating in your gutters and flowing into your tank.

Install gutter guard

A gutter guard can effectively prevent leaves, dirt, pests and debris from entering your gutters and running into your tank. This in turn can reduce the number of pathogens from pests leaching into the water.

Remove any overhanging trees or shrubs

To prevent a build-up of leaves in your gutters, eventually running into your tank. Inspect any overhanging or nearby trees threatening your gutters. By pruning back overhanging branches, you still get the benefits of naturally enjoying a beautiful tree without its leaves and seedlings ending up in your rainwater.

Check water quality regularly

Some of our client’s book their gutter cleans seasonally. We also get other clients who perform regular water tests on their tanks and when the tank water quality starts to drop, they know to give us a call and book a gutter clean.

Extend the life of your traps and filters

With an effective gutter guard, you will greatly reduce the amount of debris entering your gutters and drains, which will reduce the stress and clogging of your rainwater traps and filters and prevent expensive tank repairs.

CALL THE GUTTER GUARD PROFESSIONALS TODAY!

At Gutter Guard King Tasmania, we can provide regular gutter cleans and gutter guard installation to improve your overall rainwater health quality.

We use quality and durable gutter guards designed to last years and provide you peace of mind. Our experienced staff can complete the job safely and professionally. Contact our team today!