Rainwater tanks in Colo Vale
Colo Vale and Hill Top are bushland villages in the north of the shire, with larger blocks surrounded by trees. Fire-fighting water and big rural poly tanks are common requests.
What to check before installing a tank in Colo Vale
Much of this area is bushland, so check your property’s bushfire-prone mapping with Council. If you need a dedicated fire-fighting supply, ask your certifier about tank size, a metal or concrete tank, and the 65mm Storz outlet before ordering.
Popular tank jobs in Colo Vale
The most common requests we see for Colo Vale are fire-fighting water tanks and rural poly rainwater tanks. Whatever the tank, it needs a level, compacted base, screened inlets and an overflow directed away from the pad. Connection to your home’s plumbing is work for a licensed plumber.
Typical cost in Colo Vale
As a guide, a turnkey package including a 22,500L Australian-made poly tank, compacted crusher-dust pad preparation, delivery, pressure pump and basic downpipe connection typically ranges from $4,200 to $7,500, depending on trenching distance and pump specs. The installer will confirm an itemised price after looking at your site.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which areas near Colo Vale do you cover?+
Colo Vale, Hill Top and Yerrinbool, plus the rest of the Wingecarribee Shire. Call 0415 770 509 if you’re not sure.
Do I need approval for a rainwater tank?+
Many above-ground rainwater tanks can go in as exempt development in NSW if they meet the set conditions (such as size, height and setbacks). Larger tanks, underground tanks or properties with heritage or other constraints may need approval, so check with Wingecarribee Shire Council or your certifier before work starts.
How Highlands Tank Pros works
Highlands Tank Pros is a local lead-matching service connecting Southern Highlands property owners with independent, licensed plumbers and rainwater tank installers. When you call or send a request, we pass your details to a local installer who contacts you to quote. The installer you’re matched with is responsible for the work, its pricing and any warranties.