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Clean & Safe Water Tanks & Tips for Bacteria Prevention
Learn how to keep your drinking water tanks bacteria-free with expert cleaning tips, maintenance guides, and eco-friendly solutions.
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Tank care at a glance
A simple routine for cleaner stored water
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Inspect
Check lids, vents, screens and overflow pipes regularly. Gaps let in insects, debris and animals — the main sources of contamination.
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Clean
Drain the tank, scrub away sediment, slime and algae, and rinse thoroughly. Many guidelines suggest doing it at least once a year.
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Disinfect
Disinfect after cleaning, repairs, floods or any sign of contamination, then flush the system before using the water again.
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Test
Test the water when its taste, smell or colour changes, and after heavy storms. A certified lab can confirm it is safe to drink.
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Essential guides
- 01 Are fiberglass tanks safe for drinking water?
- 02 Does chlorine kill Legionella bacteria?
- 03 How to disinfect rainwater for drinking?
- 04 Is it safe to drink water purified with chlorine?
- 05 How much chlorine to put in a drinking water tank?
- 06 Can you add chlorine to clean water in a rainwater tank?
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