There is a quote that states that simple is not necessarily easy. This is the case with installing a rainwater harvesting system, greywater recycling system, pool backwash saver and municipal water backup system. There are relatively few components involved, especially for a basic system, just a water tank, a few
The water crisis continues in the Eastern Cape where Hospitals are running out of water amid the Covid-19 pandemic. A sad combination of Government mismanagement, lockdown restrictions, strikes and bad municipal planning has led the Eastern Cape ever closer to a complete service delivery collapse. Since the Day Zero water
The water scarcity problem is a phenomenon that is linked to both natural resources and human origin. Without enough water to meet our demands we enter a water crisis situation. The crisis is more severe in certain areas, whilst hardly felt in other more water-rich regions. There is not yet
Looking for the right water tank for your home? Buy your rainwater harvesting tank or water storage tank before the 16th December and save. Contact Green Overall to find out more about our JoJo and Eco Tank Specials
Is rainwater safe to drink? For the most part, rainwater is perfectly safe to drink. The process of evaporation leaves impurities behind and falling rainwater, collected directly from the sky, is considered purer than the municipal water. However, once the rainwater touches buildings or the ground it can pick up
In the old days, coal miners would carry canaries into the mine as an advance warning of danger (the presence of dangerous gasses). If the bird died then it was time to evacuate to safety. With Makhanda, formally known as Grahamstown, in the grip of a water crisis caused by
Rainwater Harvesting SystemsRainwater Harvesting Systems are growing in popularity and have proven to be a money saver. Despite the successes of such systems, some are still asking if it is worth the cost if municipal water from the tap is not expensive at all. The simple answer is yes and
Living in an era where water shortages have become the norm makes one more conscious of Saving and Conserving this precious Resource. Rainwater Harvesting Systems have grown in popularity and have proven that this method is one of the best ways to collect and store water – ultimately saving water that comes
Rainwater Harvestings Systems have for a long time been one of the most efficient solutions for collecting and storing water around your home. When opting for such a system the next decision is where to place it. Here are 4 factors to consider when choosing the location of your water
The South African water crisis is a very sensitive topic amongst those living in areas affected who have to endure extreme water restrictions. None so more than Capetonians who are affected the most by the looming water crisis. What was considered to be a localised situation affecting the Western Cape is now spreading to the Eastern Cape and other