Our tanks are made of high-density polyethylene resin. The resin is UV stabilized but we always recommend installing the tanks indoors or in a sheltered location which will prolong the life of the tank.
The tanks are BPA free and meet FDA specifications and are designed specifically for storing drinking water.
The space footprint varies depending on the number of and size of tanks installed. Below are the space requirements for single, Two tank, and Three tank systems with 250 Gallon Tanks. (Dimensions: (Width x Depth x Height)
Bull Water System – 250 Gallon (Single Tank) - (33" x 30" x 89")
Bull Water System - 500 Gallon (Two Tanks) - (66" x 30" 89")
Bull Water System - 750 Gallon (Three Tanks) - (99" x 30 x 89")
Other tank configruation are possible, we would be happy to stop by your home to look at the space and answer any questions you may have.
The number of tanks required varies by number of people in the household and average water usage. Generally, we recommend a Single tank for a couple without kids and a Two tank system for famliles with Children if space will allow.
For reference: On average, a single tank system (Approx 250 Gallons) will last about 2 days for a family of 6 under normal water usage. (i.e. daily showers for 6, running washing machine, dish washer, flusing toilets, etc.)
On average, a two tank system (Approx. 500 Gallons) will last a family of 6 about 4 days under normal water usage (i.e. daily showers for 6, running washing machine, dish washer, flusing toilets, etc.)
We recommend rotating the water every 3-4 months.
This can be accomplished by simply turning the Bull System on and using hte water as you go about your daily activities. When the water runs out, simply open a couple of valves and the system will refill your tanks. Once the tanks are refilled (usually takes less than an hour), you now have fresh, clean water available for when you need it most.
This really is easiest water rotation on the market!
The trickle charger's purpose is to maintain a charge on the battery. The trickle charger is not intended to recharge a dead battery. If your battery power is fully drained during usage of the system, the battery will need to be recharged with a standard 12-volt charger.
Once you have recharged the battery with a 12-volt charger, you can re-attach the trickle charger to maintain the battery charge.