Parts | Maintenance | Frequency |
Roof | Wash off roof with water when dust/dirt accumulates diverting runoff way from tank inlet. | Monthly and especially after a long period of dry weather or heavy wind. |
Sweep off leaf litter | Regularly, especially after heavy winds and just before the rains set in. Check daily for leaf litter accumulation during rainy season | |
Trim and cut trees around roof | When required | |
Fix damage to roof (broken tiles, cracked water-proofing etc.) | At the earliest and definitely before the rainy season | |
Paint if rust is present using lead-free paint | At the earliest and definitely before the rainy season | |
Gutters and Downpipe | Clean and wash out bird droppings, leaves etc., with water | Check monthly and especially after a long period of dry weather or heavy wind. Check daily during rainy season |
Check and repair gutters and downtake pipes | When required | |
Ensure guttering / downtake pipes are sloped to ensure steady flow and avoid pooling of water, collection of dirt, debris, etc | During installation and after periods of heavy rain | |
Repair leaks at elbows | When required | |
Filters | Clean | Before and after rainy season |
First flush devices | Check and clean | Before and after the rainy season and after every rooftop cleaning session |
Tank | Clean | Before and after rainy season |
Repair leaks | At the earliest | |
Cut nearby tree roots (if underground tank) | At the earliest | |
Ensure lid is sturdy and secure | At all times | |
Ensure there are no gaps where insects can enter or exit | At all times | |
Securely fasten insect screen over the end of the overflow pipe/valve | At all times
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Source: Rainwater Harvesting - Trainers’ Manual published by Karnataka Urban Infrastructure Development and Finance Corporation