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How to Protect Rainwater Tanks From Flies
A rainwater tank can look secure from the outside while still offering flies an easy route in through an unprotected overflow, loose lid or open pipe connection. Knowing how to protect rainwater tanks from flies starts with identifying every opening...
Why McAlpine Inline Screened Overflow Couplers Are a Smart Choice for Every Plumbing Installation
When planning or maintaining a plumbing system, it's often the smallest components that have the biggest impact on long-term performance. While larger fittings and fixtures usually receive the most attention, products such as inline screened overflow...
How to Pest Proof a Drainage Outlet Properly
A drainage outlet can be a direct route into pipework, tanks, roof drainage and service voids if it is left open or fitted with an unsuitable cover. Knowing how to pest proof drainage outlet openings means protecting that route without restricting the...
Overflow Rodent & Insect Screens: Why Every Water System Needs One
When it comes to protecting water storage tanks and plumbing systems, it's often the smallest components that make the biggest difference. Overflow rodent and insect screens may not be the first thing you think about, but they play an important role...
How to Stop Insects Entering Water Tank
If you have found midges, flies or wasps around a tank opening, the problem is rarely the tank itself. In most cases, insects are getting in through exposed overflows, vents or poorly sealed pipe entries. Knowing how to stop insects entering water tank...
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