Backup water for your home or business
Water interruptions can disrupt daily routines. A properly planned tank system can provide stored water for an agreed purpose, whether you want emergency municipal water storage or to collect rainwater for suitable uses around your property. Posh Plumbing Services offers JoJo tank and backup water system enquiries throughout our KZN service areas.
Municipal water backup storage
A municipal backup system stores water for use when the mains supply is unavailable. A practical installation may include a JoJo tank, appropriate filling and isolation arrangements, a pump or pressure system, and connections to selected plumbing points. Tank size, available space, water pressure and local plumbing requirements all influence the final design.
We can discuss a setup suited to your household or premises, from a simple storage solution to a more integrated backup arrangement. Backflow prevention and correct separation from alternative water sources are important considerations.
Rainwater harvesting systems
Rainwater can be collected from suitable roof catchment areas and stored in a JoJo tank for uses such as garden irrigation, outdoor cleaning or other non-potable applications. Depending on the property, the system may involve roof gutters, leaf screens, first-flush management, inlet and overflow pipework, filtration and a pump where required.
Rainwater is not automatically safe to drink. Any intended indoor or drinking-water use needs a suitable design, treatment and water quality checks before being considered safe.
System planning, installation and connections
We can discuss JoJo tank placement, level foundations, practical tank capacity, connecting pipework, water transfer and pressure options, and how the system should operate when municipal supply returns. Every property is different, so suitable components and the extent of installation work are confirmed during an assessment or quote.
Serving Westville, Hillcrest & Pinetown
Our main service areas include Westville and surrounding suburbs, Hillcrest and the Upper Highway, and Pinetown and surrounding suburbs. Tell us your location and whether you are interested in municipal backup water, rainwater harvesting or both.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between municipal backup and rainwater harvesting?
Municipal backup stores water from the municipal supply for later use; rainwater harvesting collects roof runoff. They have different plumbing, treatment and safety requirements.
How large should my JoJo tank be?
The right size depends on available space, anticipated water use, number of occupants and how long you want stored water to last. We can discuss capacity during a quote.
Will my water system still work during a power cut?
Not always. A pressure pump needs electricity unless there is a suitable alternative supply or gravity-fed arrangement. Tell us whether power outages are also a concern.
Can I use stored rainwater for drinking?
Not without appropriate treatment, testing and a system specifically designed for potable use. Untreated roof runoff should not be assumed to be drinking water.