Emergency rainwater tanks

In a disaster, the water supply to your home or business may be interrupted or broken. This means you will need to use stored water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning for several weeks or more. Having an emergency water tank gives you a reliable backup – and it’s also a great way to collect water for your vege patch during the summer months.

Two emergency water tank options are currently available for Kāpiti residents:

In stock!

We have water tanks in stock.

Pop into our Paraparaumu Service Centre to purchase yours. 

WREMO emergency water tanks 

The Wellington Region Emergency Management Office (WREMO) has partnered with New Zealand manufacturer The Tank Guy to offer a 200-litre water tank and kit for just $128 (RRP $265).

About the tanks:

  • Holds 200 litres of water

  • Size: 1200 mm high, 650 mm wide, 7.5 kg empty (fits most car backseats)

  • Made from UV-resistant, food-grade plastic

  • Available in heritage green and birch grey

  • Includes diverter kit, bung, and brass tap

  • 10-year tank warranty and 1-year diverter kit warranty

  • Easy to install with video instructions available

  • Option to store rainwater or tap water

Where to buy:

Pop into the Paraparaumu Service Centre or visit any council in the Wellington Region.
Emergency water tank

Rain Harvest Products – locally made systems

For over 15 years, Rain Harvest Products has been supplying Kāpiti and New Zealand residents with rain collection systems made from recycled food-grade 200-litre drums/barrels. These systems have been installed in many Kāpiti schools and kindergartens, with Kāpiti Coast District Council approval.

About Rain Harvest Products tanks:

  • Made from recycled food-grade plastic

  • Multiple filter options available (see Water Butt Accessories)

  • Versatile and adaptable designs

  • Options to customise for individual needs

  • Locally manufactured and supported by a KCDC-approved service provider

  •  Versatile systems

Where to buy and learn more:

Visit www.rainharvestproducts.nz and look under Water Butts and Rain Barrels.

Water safety and maintenance

  • Health professionals recommend boiling roof water before drinking.

  • See guidance from Taumata Arowai, New Zealand's water services regulator, for safe water collection practices.

  • Empty, clean, and refill your tank at least once a year.

  • If storing tap water instead of rainwater, refresh it every 12 months.

Need help or have questions?

  • For issues with WREMO tanks, contact The Tank Guy via their website.

  • For queries about Rain Harvest Products, visit www.rainharvestproducts.nz.

Stay prepared, stay safe – and choose the emergency water storage solution that works best for you and your whānau.
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