FAQ's
- How can I use treated grey water?
Our systems treat water to a tertiary quality. It is safe to:
- Connect to existing irrigation systems
- Water your lawn and garden
- Wash your car or boat
- Clean your windows
- Wash your clothes in your washing machine
- Flush your toilet
- Fill your garden pond or water feature
Local regulations may differ in the approved uses of grey water
- What are the advantages of treatment over grey water diversion?
- You can store treated water to use in the future.
- You have a number of reuse options as listed above. Diverting water limits you to sub-surface irrigation.
- Treated water is much better for health and environmental reasons as the contaminants and bacteria that damage your soil and pose health risks have been removed.
- Subsurface grey water will still contaminate localized soil and will attract tree roots.
- How much water can I save and reuse every year using my system?
The system can treat up to 660 litres of grey water per day. This gives you the potential to save and reuse 240,000 litres of water per year.
- Why is a grey water purification system better than a rainwater tank?
- It offers you a secure supply of water that is not dependent on rainfall.
- Is a more economical use of space in a domestic setting. The footprint of a 1,500 litre grey water tank has the same capacity as a 39,000 litre rainwater tank.
- Does the system meet the NSW BASIX and Victorian 5 star standard requirements?
Yes. Including a Water Rescue system into your home is an effective way to meet the BASIX and 5 star standard water saving requirements in one easy step.
BASIX requires that new homes achieve a target of water usage reduction of 40%, while the 5 star standard requires a 25% reduction. The installation of a Water Rescue system delivers a 67% water usage reduction.
- Do I need council approval to install my Water Rescue system?
Every state and council has slightly different approval requirements. We can help with providing information to your local council if required.
- How much electricity does my Water Rescue system use?
Because the Water Rescue system was designed to pump water over small distances, it has a low operating cost. It uses 1 kWh per day - this equates to approximately 12 cents a day.