🌧️ Rainwater Harvesting System Size Calculator

Rainwater Harvesting System Size Calculator | The Trend Vault Blog

Calculate the perfect system size for your urban farm

Calculate Your System Size

Enter your details to get customized recommendations for tank size, costs, and ROI.

Measure your roof or collection surface area in square feet

Estimate: Small balcony 100-200L, Large rooftop 500-1000L, Commercial 1000+L

How many days of backup water do you need?

Your Customized System

Recommended Tank Size

Annual Water Collection Potential

Maximum rainwater you can collect per year

Estimated System Cost

Annual Water Savings

ROI Timeline

Payback period based on municipal water costs

Next Steps:

  1. Use these numbers to get quotes from suppliers
  2. Consider adding 20% buffer for future expansion
  3. Check local regulations and incentives
  4. Review our Automation Tools Guide for efficiency

Understanding Your Results

Tank Size Recommendations

Usage TypeTank SizeTypical Cost
Small balcony (100-200L/day)1,000-3,000L₹10,000-25,000
Medium rooftop (300-500L/day)5,000-10,000L₹30,000-60,000
Large farm (500-1000L/day)10,000-20,000L₹60,000-₹1.2 lakh
Commercial (1000+L/day)20,000-50,000L₹1.2-3 lakh

System Components

A complete rainwater harvesting system includes:

  • Collection surface: Roof gutters and downspouts
  • First flush diverter: Removes initial dirty water
  • Filtration system: Removes debris and contaminants
  • Storage tank: Main water reservoir
  • Distribution system: Pumps and pipes
  • Overflow management: Handles excess water

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