Best ways to store water at home

How do I store water for long term?

For successful long term water storage, usually the best source is municipal water from your faucet tap at home. It has already been treated with enough chlorine to destroy harmful organic pathogens. Follow these guidelines for long term water storage:

What is the best way to store water?

A best way to store your water for long-term use is in BPA-free heavy duty plastic containers that have been manufactured specifically for water storage. These containers are often colored blue and labeled as safe for drinking water. You may also use pretty much any food-grade storage container, just use a common sense approach to how and what you choose.

What are some options for long-term water storage?

There are many options for how to store water long term for an emergency. Depending on your budget and how much space you have to store water, you can use store bought bottled water, fill up food grade plastic bottles, or even use large 50 – 300 gallon tanks.

How do you store emergency water?

Below are five options for storing emergency water. Many people buy bottled water or use recycled plastic bottles to store water. It is a quick, cheap, and easy way to build an emergency water supply. However, plastic bottles are not a good solution for long-term water storage.

Can you store water in a container?

Yes, you can store water in a container. However, never use the water in the storage container itself. Pour the water into another container for use, keeping the storage container clean and ready for future use.

How should you store bottled water?

To store bottled water properly, do not place them directly on the ground or concrete. Instead, lay a piece of carpet, wood pallet, or flattened cardboard boxes to protect them. While bottled water is convenient, it does have some downsides, such as limited storage space.