A rainwater diverter attaches to a downpipe that runs from the roofline guttering down towards the ground, and diverts some of the rainwater into a water storage tank, instead of the water running directly down into the ground drainage system.
How do you keep water from stagnating?
How to Keep Rain Water From Stagnating
- Use your rainwater as often as possible to keep it from stagnating.
- Use a dark colored, food-grade barrel that is approved for liquids.
- Cover your barrel with a tight-fitting top.
- Clean your gutters and roof regularly.
How do I redirect rainwater from my roof?
Install rain diverters. They’re simple, formed strips of metal that slip beneath the roofing and redirect the water sideways. Often diverters are used on roofs above entryways to a house. They shift water away from the doorway so people can enter and exit a little drier.
How do you connect two pieces of downpipe?
If you need to add an additional piece of downpipe, join the two parts with a downpipe pipe socket and clip. To allow for expansion, leave a 10mm between the end of the pipe and the bottom of the pipe socket. Then, attach a pipe clip over the joint.
What is a diverter water butt?
The diverter features an overflow system for when the butt is full and easy to assemble stand provides height and stability. Internally threaded holes for taps and connections mean the water butts can be installed with no drilling required.
What is a water butt kit?
Our water butt kits are the easiest way to collect, store and dispense rainwater. All sizes come with everything you need to get started including stand and diverter.
What is a downpipe filler and diverter kit?
This filler and diverter kit diverts rainwater from your downpipe into your water butt to help you store water. Once full, the filler kit reverts water back through your downpipe to drain away as normal, helping to reduce the over flow of water. Suitable for round or square downpipes.
What is a water butt or barrel?
When you buy a water butt or barrel is will usually comprise the main plastic water container, a lid and a downpipe diverter to allow you to direct water from your gutter into the barrel. Most butts also come with a stand to rest the container on and a tap to get water out of the container into a watering can or other device.
