Water
Harvesting, storing, and delivering water efficiently
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a rainwater tank worth it if I still have mains water access?
Yes, for most homesteads — even a modest tank meaningfully reduces mains water use for the garden, and having stored water on-site is valuable during water restrictions or supply interruptions, independent of the cost savings.
How do I know what size water system I actually need?
Start with your roof catchment area and average local rainfall to estimate what's realistically collectable, then work backwards from your actual garden and household water use — the individual guides walk through this calculation.