According to WWF, South Africa is the 30th driest country in the world, casting us into the water-scarce category. Water tanks are fast becoming a household feature amongst those seeking to proactively conserve water. But in order to maximize and optimize the versatility of rainwater harvesting tanks - in a commercial, domestic or rural setting -  there are some basic accessories that are designed to do the job.  So if you are convinced of the merits of installing a water tank and have done your homework as to the size of tank you will need, the next step is simply determining which water tank accessories are necessary for your specific context. So let’s start accessorizing your water tank: #1 A first flush diverter kit First things first, ideally you want to flush away the first body of water that hits your roof in a downpour as this is generally the...