Cleaning your water tank can be a daunting
task, but it is important to ensure the water inside stays clean and
bacteria-free. You should clean your water tank at least once a year. Water
tanks will acquire algae, silt, and bacteria over time, all of which can be
harmful if not taken care of. When you clean your tank, you should follow
proper processes for draining it, cleaning the interior walls, and disinfecting
the tank. By following these methods, you can be confident that your water is
as clean and safe as possible.
By following a simple procedure everyone can maintain a clean tank
throughout the year. It is recommended to clean the tank at the end of summer
when there is usually very little water left.
1) Make a cleaning mixture. While you may be able to remove a lot of the sediment and residue from your tank without using a cleaning mixture, using one can help make this job easier. Simply mix hot water with laundry detergent powder or liquid to make a cleaning solution.
2) Scrub
the inside of the tank. Use a bristle brush or abrasive sponge to scrub the
inside of the tank, with or without your cleaning solution. Move your arm
horizontally from side to side while applying a good amount of pressure on the
brush or sponge. Continue doing this around the entire inside of the tank,
until you remove as much slime and sludge as possible.
3) Use
a power washer. You
can also use a power washer to clean the inside of your water tank. You can use
the power washer by itself or in conjunction with scrubbing the inside of the
tank, depending how tough the sediment and residue is to remove. Pressure washers are very powerful, so always
wear safety goggles when you’re using them.
4) Use baking soda on particularly dirty walls. If
you’re having trouble getting all of the sediment and dirt off the interior
walls of your tank, try sprinkling the walls with baking soda and scrubbing
them with your brush or sponge.
5) Scrub corners and joints. While
you are scrubbing, pay special attention to corners and joints in your tank.
Residue stuck in these areas can be difficult to clean, so you may need to
spend a little extra time getting into these areas. Try using a small
toothbrush to help you reach and scrub these difficult places.
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