Is catchment water clean enough to drink?
A residential water supply that collects rainwater stored in a catchment tank can be much safer and more reliable than most municipal water sources. Many large cities and towns are built on rivers or other rain-fed water sources. Unfortunately, pharmacutical residue and other contaminants cannot be completely removed from our municipal water supply with any present water treatment systems. Even with chemical additives, trace amounts of drugs and biological contaminants can be found in ground and municipal water supplies. This points out the need for a properly set up rainwater catchment system that you have complete control of. Your system will include a food grade liner, a first flush diverter, floating intakes, a dual filtration system and a UV sterilization unit. A well-planned and complete rainwater catchment and storage system will provide safer, cleaner and better tasting water than can be obtained for residential use from any other source.
