Water Tank Installation
A reliable water supply for your sprinklers, hoses and the CFS.
Every bushfire defence system depends on a reliable water supply. Paterson Bushfire Defence installs dedicated firefighting water tanks across the Adelaide Hills, Fleurieu Peninsula and Barossa, so your sprinklers, hose reels and the CFS have water when mains pressure fails.
How much water do you need?
In bushfire-prone areas, South Australia’s building standard (MBS 008) sets the size of the dedicated firefighting supply a new home needs. It ranges from 2,000 litres to 22,000 litres, depending on the bushfire risk, the Bushfire Attack Level (BAL) assessed for the home, the size of the block and whether it is connected to mains water. We can help you work out what applies to your property.
Tanks and fittings that meet the standard
Above-ground firefighting tanks and their stands must be non-combustible, such as steel or concrete, because plastic tanks can fail in a fire. Where fire fittings are required, the tank needs a fire service outlet ending in a 65 mm Storz fitting with a valve, so CFS crews can connect to it, and a hard surface for fire trucks nearby. We install tanks and fittings to suit.
Your firefighting water can be a separate tank, or a reserve held in a larger tank that also supplies your home. Our licensed plumbers handle the full installation, including the tank base, outlet fittings and connection to your fire pump.
Why choose Paterson Bushfire Defence
- Licensed plumbers, part of Paterson Trades Group with four generations of plumbing experience in South Australia
- 25-year labour warranty on our installations
- 5.0-star Google rating from over 120 reviews for our Paterson Plumbing team
- Davey and Reefe fire fighting pumps, sized to your property
- Installed to South Australia’s bushfire building standard (MBS 008) where it applies
- Pre-season servicing so your system is ready every summer
Related services: Pump Installation · Property Protection Systems · Fire Hose Reel Installation
Get a quote for your firefighting tank
Tell us about your property and we will help you work out the tank size and fittings you need. Call 08 8337 4969 or request a quote online.
FAQs
How big does my firefighting water tank need to be?
Between 2,000 and 22,000 litres for a new home, depending on your bushfire risk, BAL rating, block size and mains water connection.
Can I use a plastic tank for firefighting water?
Above-ground firefighting tanks must be non-combustible, such as steel or concrete. Plastic tanks can melt in a bushfire.
Can my firefighting water be in the same tank as my household water?
Yes. A combined tank can hold a reserved volume for firefighting that household use cannot draw below.
What fittings do CFS crews need on my tank?
Where fire fittings are required, a 65 mm Storz outlet with a gate or ball valve near the bottom of the tank.
