Water Tanks

Installing a tank float valve is one of the easiest and most affordable upgrades you can make to your water management system in Kenya. Whether you’re using a 5000-litre tank for a rental compound, a 1000L IBC tank for irrigation, or a gravity-fed tank setup for a multi-story home, float valves help you automate inflow, prevent overflows, and cut down on manual supervision. This guide breaks down how...

Clean water is essential for the success of tank-based systems whether you're storing water for domestic use, farming, or managing an aquaponics setup. Poor filtration often leads to algae buildup, foul odors, blocked pipes, and unhealthy conditions for plants and fish. Fortunately, with materials readily available at your local hardware or agrovet, you can easily build a DIY water filtration system...

Aquaponics is becoming increasingly popular in Kenya as a space-efficient and water-saving farming solution. By combining fish farming with hydroponic plant cultivation, homeowners and urban farmers can grow organic vegetables and rear fish within compact backyard plots or rental compounds. But to maximize success, you need the right crops. This guide outlines the best vegetables for aquaponics setups...

In water-stressed regions, aquaponics systems provide a sustainable method of combining fish farming with food production. Yet many systems ignore one critical issue: what to do when tanks overflow. Rather than wasting that water, smart homesteads are now turning to tank overflow reuse in aquaponics setups, especially in backyard gardens and compound systems. This guide explains how to design and...

As aquaponics and backyard fish farming gain popularity in Kenyan homes and rental compounds, correctly sizing your fish tank is essential. Proper sizing ensures balanced water quality, healthy fish, efficient integration with overflow systems, and streamlined maintenance. Why Tank Size Matters The volume and dimensions of your fish tank affect: Stocking density and fish health Water quality,...

Water conservation is increasingly critical in Kenya’s homes, farms, and rental properties. As interest in sustainable food production grows, aquaponics which combines fish farming with soil-less plant growing offers a smart, water-efficient solution. One underused source of water? Your tank overflow. This article explains how to repurpose overflow water from rainwater or household tanks into...

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...