In Kenya’s rental compounds, off-grid homes, and borehole-fed estates, tank overflow is more than just a minor inconvenience—it’s a source of water loss, property damage, and tenant frustration. Integrating solar-powered overflow control systems ensures that even when no one is monitoring the tank, water flow is managed effectively. This article explores affordable, scalable options for managing...
In Kenya’s rental estates and semi-urban homes, water supply is often powered by electric pumps. But with frequent blackouts in areas like Ruai, Kitengela, or Githurai, landlords and homeowners face interruptions in water delivery. A well-designed solar backup system ensures your pump keeps running even when the national grid doesn’t. This article walks you through how to install and benefit from a...
Water management is one of the top concerns for landlords and developers in Kenya’s fast-growing rental markets. Whether you're constructing single rooms in Joska, bedsitters in Ruiru, or two-bedroom flats in Syokimau, a centralized water tank system is a smart solution to ensure tenants have access to reliable water without daily refills or disputes. In this guide, we cover how to plan, size, build,...
In Kenya, many homes and rental properties rely on plastic water tanks for domestic supply, rainwater harvesting, or borehole storage. But a critical part of the installation is often ignored where does the tank overflow go? Without a proper drainage solution, overflow from tanks especially those over 3,000 litres can lead to: Structural erosion around foundations Flooding in compound walkways...
Rainwater harvesting is gaining traction across Kenya as homeowners seek reliable alternatives to municipal supply and expensive boreholes. But while most homes install gutters and high-capacity plastic tanks, many overlook a crucial component first-flush diverters. This inexpensive system ensures your rainwater is filtered at the first point of contact, before it enters your storage tanks. It’s...
As climate patterns shift and Kenya faces more frequent dry spells, rainwater harvesting has become essential—not just for rural households, but for peri-urban homes, schools, and farms as well. However, collecting rainwater directly into your main storage tank without a filtration buffer introduces a major problem: contaminants. Pre-filtration tanks serve as a vital first layer in any rainwater...
In many Kenyan households, tank overflows are either ignored or poorly managed until the resulting flooding, erosion, or pump failure causes damage. Whether you’re using an above-ground plastic tank, an underground reservoir, or a tower-mounted poly tank, proper overflow piping design is a critical part of your water storage system. This guide walks you through practical tips to design efficient...
With rising utility costs and irregular water supply across many Kenyan towns and estates, efficient water use has become a priority. While most households invest in water storage tanks, few take the next step recycling overflow water or greywater from household activities. By integrating overflow systems with greywater reuse setups, you can dramatically reduce water waste, lower costs, and create a...
In Kenyan homes and farms, managing water efficiently is critical especially when using rooftop tanks, underground reservoirs, or multi-tank storage systems. One often overlooked yet costly issue is tank overflow, which wastes water, damages infrastructure, and shortens the life of plumbing systems. Installing a tank overflow alarm system provides a simple, low-cost solution to prevent this problem....
Many homes and farms in Kenya rely on pumps to deliver water from storage tanks to taps, showers, or irrigation points. But when a tank runs low and the pump keeps running, it can lead to dry-run damage, overheating, and costly breakdowns. That’s why every water system should include an emergency low-level shutoff system to protect both the pump and the plumbing. This article explores how...