Rainwater Harvesting Blog
Rainwater Harvesting Blog
Articles on the best rainwater harvesting filters NZ has to offer
Welcome to our blog, where we dive into the essentials of rainwater harvesting and introduce you to the best rainwater filters in NZ. As rainwater travels to Earth, it picks up airborne pollutants and, once collected, can carry bacteria and sediments in your storage tank. Our goal is to help you turn this challenge into an opportunity for safe, potable water at home.
Our articles are designed to help you understand which water filtration systems will best purify your collected rainwater, ensuring it remains safe and healthy for drinking. From choosing the right filters to detailed guides on service and maintenance, we cover it all! Each post is packed with valuable insights to keep your rainwater collection system running smoothly and your water clean. Join us as we explore the essentials of maintaining potable drinking water that keeps you and your loved ones safe.
If you have questions about our articles, the best rainwater harvesting filters in NZ, or our services and products, don’t hesitate to contact us at 0800 AQUA WORKS. We’re here to support you every sip of the way.
Are you renting a house on tank water?
Landlords must provide safe water to their tenants when renting a house on tank water. Therefore, the water must fit human consumption and comply with the Drinking Water Standards for New Zealand. What do you need to do to comply with the legal requirements? Read more...
KDF media – removing harmful contaminants from your drinking water
With no chemical additives, KDF media water treatment is a safe way to remove unwanted impurities such as heavy metals (lead, copper, mercury etc.), microorganisms or chlorine from your mains water and make it healthy to drink. Read more >>> KDF media...
Are you selling a house without potable water?
Are you selling a house and have a rural water supply? Is your property for sale and connected to a rainwater harvesting tank? Did you know that it is illegal in New Zealand to sell a house without a potable waters supply? If you are selling a house in NZ without...
Lead in NZ drinking water – threat from old water pipes and faucets
Dangers of Lead in Drinking Water Drinking and Ingestion of lead in drinking water inhibits blood formation, damages the kidneys and can lead to infertility and gastrointestinal problems. Lead is also considered carcinogenic and damages the nervous system. Even small...
Should you drink water from an asphalt or bitumen based roof?
This is a tricky question and not easy to answer. How big is the risk drinking water of roof collected rainwater? At Aqua Works we have been dealing with the problems and impacts of asphalt shingle and bitumen based roofing membranes for 20 years. The following...
From humble beginnings…
Why did Aqua Works start? And who was Eric Vandy? We are honouring a legend. Some of you may remember Eric Vandy? He was doing water filters as a part-time business from 1989 - 2019. Sadly Eric passed away on Easter Saturday, 2021. This is our simple tribute to him,...
Is adding chlorine or bleach to tank water a good idea?
This question is coming up a lot at the moment as many tanks are smelling awful and/or have high bacteria levels. The simple answer here is NO - there are better, healthier alternatives than adding chemicals like chlorine or bleach to your drinking water. Read more...