The below information will help to setup simple Rainwater harvesting method at home under 2000 rupees. It can be setup easily without plumbing skill and plumber help. This setup doesn’t require digging or breaking of anything in the existing home.
| Components of Rainwater harvesting setup | Approx cost in Rupees |
| Aali Rainwater filter – 1 qty | 850 |
| 4 inch PVC connector – 1 qty | 100 |
| 4 inch PVC pipe – 1 feet | 50 |
| Adjustable hose clip – 1 qty | 80 |
| PVC hose pipe for 4 inch pipe – 5 mtrs. Rs75/mtr | 375 |
| Total | 1455 |
| 200 ltr Drum if underground storage is not available | 700 |
| Total | 2155 |
Steps for setting up simple Rainwater Harvesting method
- Cut the 4 inch Rainwater pipe which comes from roof at hand reachable point using hacksaw blade
- Insert the Aali Rainwater filter at that place and fix it firmly
- Join PVC connector at bottom of the Aali Rainwater filter
- Insert 4 inch PVC pipe into PVC connector
- Connect one end of PVC hose pipe to 4 inch pipe and lock them using Adjustable hose clip
- Place other end of PVC hose pipe into Rainwater storage area
Pictures of Rainwater harvesting components are given below
Assumptions:
- Underground storage tank is already built in the house.
- Distance between Rainwater pipe to storage tank – 5 mts
Components of DIY Rainwater harvesting setup
