WHAT SYSTEM IS BEST FOR ME?

In all cases, the system style, sizing, and installation of the Britannia rainwater recycling system will be agreed following a full hazard (risk) assessment specific for the project.

Generally, there are two main designs of rainwater harvesting system, with several variants to each.

The Britannia Indirect System

The rainwater is collected from the property, passes through a 1st stage particle leaf filter into a suitably sized storage tank which can be installed either underground or above ground.

The water is pumped from the storage tank via a 2nd stage particle filter to a separate header tank located at high level within the building. From this header tank, appliances are fed by a gravity system. To ensure year round operation, a WRAS Approved mains service ball valve connection is made to the header tank that operates in the event of a low level situation in the rainwater storage tank.

The Britannia Direct System

The rainwater is collected from the property, passes through a 1st stage particle leaf filter into a suitably sized storage tank which can be sited either underground or above ground. The water is pumped from the storage tank via a 2nd stage particle filter direct to the appliances being served within the building. To ensure year round operation, a fully plumbed control panel is incorporated into the system which will automatically switch to mains fed service in the event of a low level situation in the rainwater storage tank.

The correct supply, installation, and maintenance of a rainwater harvesting system are key to ensuring that water is saved. A badly installed or maintained system may result in the system being less effective or even a public health hazard.

With Britannia rainwater recycling system comes peace of mind that all aspects of the project from initial survey to annual monitoring & maintenance can be handled within the Britannia Group of Companies.

Can I install a rainwater harvesting system myself?
Small domestic systems purely for garden use such as our wall tanks can be installed by anyone with basic hand tools within a few hours. Britannia issue basic fitting instructions with the kits. Should a small pump be included in the kit then we suggest that if you are in any doubt at all, to contact us or a local qualified electrician.

Domestic & Light commercial installations where it is intended to use the rainwater for W.C. flushing, washing machine, etc, are best carried out by us or tradesmen experienced in rainwater harvesting installations to ensure that the installation is correct in every way.

The Britannia site survey service allows us to offer you a competitive quotation for the correct equipment based on your requirements and will include installation advice if required. A site commissioning visit following practical completion is offered with all Britannia supply only sales, as well as a contact number for telephone advice.

If you consider that an underground storage tank is the best option, please remember that it is good practice (maybe a local bylaw) to contact your local authority building regulations department to obtain advice (and approval if applicable) for the project, your neighbours may not be happy about
that big hole you are digging!

Britannia commercial & industrial rainwater recycling systems are designed to ensure maximum efficiency within the working environment and due to the higher cost of metered mains water and wastewater disposal, significant financial savings can be achieved. These systems are therefore best installed as a turn-key package by us. This ensures that you also have the benefit of our after sales maintenance and servicing plans.