How To Use GC Sheets For Rainwater Harvesting
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Whenever we discuss roofs that are the best for extreme rainfall, we often include galvanized sheet roofing. Rainwater easily slides right off the corrugated sheets, which prevents rusting. However, these roofing sheets can be useful for collecting rainwater too!
Yes, you read that right. If you are planning to install a new Tata Shaktee GC sheet, consider using your roof to harvest rainwater. With Tata Shaktee rain gutters, you can do so much during the monsoon.
If you’re interested, keep reading!
Save Rainwater for the Environment
Rainwater harvesting can provide you and your property with several advantages. Even if rainy days bring you down, here’s why you need to conserve rainwater:
- ● Improved savings
- ● Reducing water usage and ensuring better control over it as well—particularly during drought season
- ● Promote sustainable habits
- ● Reduce dependence on wells
- ● Better garden health
Harvest Rain With Your Roof
As mentioned, the corrugation on GC roofing sheets makes them a great choice for rainwater collection. Many roofs have a runoff coefficient, which is the percentage of water that runs off a surface, considering the amount of water that soaks into it. Metal roofs have a runoff coefficient of 95% or more! This implies you waste less water and collect more.
However, there is one thing homeowners should pay close attention to. A roof will collect dust, debris and soil. If you harvest rainwater with a metal roof, you need to consider the possibility of soil-related bacteria along the surface. Therefore, it’s crucial to clean your roof and gutters periodically to ensure uncontaminated rainwater collection.
How To Start
To properly collect rainwater, you will require:
- ● A well-maintained roof
- ● Clean gutters
- ● A rain barrel
- ● A distribution system
Before you begin, make sure your roof is leak-free and in overall good condition. Next, check on the gutters and check if they are working correctly. To block leaves and twigs from falling into the gutter, use gutter guards.
Always place your rain barrel under the gutter’s downspout. The distribution system can be as simple as a built-in spigot or by extending the piping irrigation system.
A roof doesn’t only protect your home and shade you from rain, snow or sunshine. It can be used to effectively conserve water and reduce pressure on resources. If you’re looking to install a GC sheet roof with Tata Shaktee, discuss gutter options with your dealer!
