Rooftop Rainwater Collection and Storage System

A rooftop rainwater collection and storage system captures roof runoff, removes debris and sediment, and stores the treated water in a modular underground tank. It gives buildings a practical non-potable water source while reducing the volume and peak rate entering drainage networks.

Product Specifications

ItemSpecification
TypeRainwater collecting module
Material / colorPP / black
Module size680 × 410 × 450 mm
Nominal volume0.125 m³ per module
Modules per m³8
Weight8 kg per module
Working temperature−30°C to +120°C
Compressive strength25 tonnes/m²
HS code3925900
Quality systemISO 9001:2008

Roof-to-Tank System Design

The PP modules provide the underground storage volume, while the complete system also requires correctly sized gutters and downpipes, leaf screens, first-flush or filtration equipment, inlet calming, overflow, pump controls and a clearly separated non-potable distribution line. Storage capacity should reflect roof area, local rainfall, demand and available space.

PP modules for rooftop rainwater collection storage

Underground tank for filtered roof runoff harvesting

Where the System Is Used

Common reuse applications include landscape irrigation, external cleaning and toilet flushing where permitted. The modular tank can fit beneath landscaped zones or other approved surfaces, freeing above-ground space. Water quality, backflow prevention and maintenance requirements must follow local regulations and the intended end use.

Structural detail of rooftop rainwater storage module

Installation Principle

Prepare the excavation and structural base to the engineer’s design, assemble the interconnecting modules, then wrap the tank for its intended function. A permeable geotextile configuration supports infiltration; a sealed geomembrane configuration supports storage and reuse. Inlets, outlets, pretreatment, inspection access, ventilation, backfill and cover depth must be specified for the site.

Rooftop runoff storage tank installation guide

Project and Shipping Reference

Roof rainwater collection system project examples

ComponentPacking
680 × 410 mm section8 pcs per bundle
450 × 410 mm section10 pcs per bundle
20 ft GP referenceApproximately 90 m³ by bundle

Bundled PP rainwater modules for export shipment

B2B Project Support

Leiyuan has produced plastic gardening and water-management components since 2008. To review a project, provide the required storage volume, catchment area or design flow, intended function, burial depth, surface load and delivery destination.

Leiyuan PP water-management product factory

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