FAQs

Why is water storage so important?

Because water affects everything: hydration, cooking, sanitation - and most emergency food storage requires water to prepare.

Why should I worry about water storage living in Utah?

Utah has great water—so why worry?

Because Utah’s system is reliable day-to-day, but it has two big “high-impact” vulnerabilities:

  1. We depend heavily on snowpack. Utah’s water officials note that about 95% of Utah’s water supply comes from snowpack, so low-snow and hot years can quickly translate into restrictions and supply stress.
  2. A major earthquake is a realistic scenario on the Wasatch Front. Utah’s earthquake program cites a 43% probability of a magnitude 6.75+ earthquake in the next 50 years along the Wasatch Front region.
    Salt Lake City has also warned that Wasatch Fault segments cut across many east–west utility lines, including water infrastructure.
    And in Utah County, CUWCD’s Alpine Aqueduct resiliency work explicitly calls out seismic events and landslide movement as major risks to a critical pipeline feeding treatment capacity.
How much water should I store?

Many families use 1 gallon per person per day as a baseline, then add extra for cooking, hygiene, and pets. Beready.utah.gov recommends enough water for one-month for your household.

Do I need to refresh the stored water?

Because the system is plumbed in-line, stored water turns over through normal household use, dramatically reducing the manual dump-and-refill routines typical of stagnant barrel storage. Exact turnover depends on household usage and configuration.

Why can’t I just use plastic barrels?

Plastic barrels can be a low-cost option, but they are typically stagnant storage and require consistent refresh habits. Many are not designed for pressurized, in-line plumbing and they are inconvenient - so most families do not maintain them long-term.

What makes your tanks different?

We use USA made composite pressure tanks that are NSF/ANSI certified, non-corrosive, designed for pressure systems, and quality tested before shipping.

Do you ship?

Not currently. We deliver within 100 miles of Salt Lake City.

What is the lead time?

Typically 1-2 weeks.

Do you install the system?

We do not manage installation. We can refer a licensed plumber/installer. You contract directly with the installer.

What’s included?

For now, the tank only. Plumbing parts and valves are not included.

What is the warranty?

A 5-year manufacturer warranty.