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*aesthetic designs for high profile locations,
*aesthetic designs for high profile locations,
Many people choose to reuse or recycle a container as a rain barrel or cistern. Re-purposed containers should be screened to prevent [[Wildlife#Mosquitoes|mosquitoes]] from breeding, and should be opaque to prevent algae from growing.
Many people choose to reuse or recycle a container as a rain barrel or cistern. Re-purposed containers should be screened to prevent [[Wildlife#Mosquitoes|mosquitoes]] from breeding, and should be opaque to prevent algae from growing.
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+==Inspection and Maintenance==
+Detailed inspection and maintenance advice can be found in [http://www.sustainabletechnologies.ca/wp/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/LID-IM-Guide-7.7-Rainwater-Cisterns.pdf Sustainable Technologies' LID I&M guide].
+The two primary operational concerns for RWH systems are:
+#A leak developing,
+#Debris obstructing some part of the [[lnlet]] or [[outlet]] [[pipes]].
+Planning can help ensure that these are identified and fixed more easily and cheaply.
+Example questions:
+*Is the roof (catchment) readily accessible to sweep debris periodically?
+*Could the accumulation of debris on the roof be reduced by removing any overhanging branches?
+*Can the leaf screens be accessed from the roof? Or, are they installed into the [[inlet]] downspout?
+*Will the rain barrel require replacement in the future? How will this be assessed?
+''RWH systems producing higher quality water will have additional maintenance requirements. These will depend on the the treatment technologies being used.''<br>
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+Take a look at the [[Inspection and Maintenance: Rainwater Harvesting]] page by clicking below for further details about proper inspection and maintenance practices:
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+{{Clickable button|[[File:Rainwater cistern opening title.PNG|200 px|link=https://wiki.sustainabletechnologies.ca/wiki/Inspection_and_Maintenance:_Rainwater_Harvesting]]}}
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+For a table summarizing information on planning considerations and site constraints see [[Site considerations]].
==Performance==
==Performance==