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What is the difference between above ground water tanks and underground water tanks?

Above-ground water tank and underground water tank

Both above-ground and underground water tanks play a crucial role in storing water for use in households, industries, and agriculture. The two types differ in terms of design, installation, and usage.


ถังน้ำบนดิน

General characteristics

  • Installed on the ground or elevated structures
  • Made from a variety of materials such as plastic (PE), fiberglass, stainless steel, or concrete
  • Easy to install and move

​ข้อดี

  • Easy and quick to install
  • Easy to inspect, repair, or clean
  • Installation cost is lower than that of an underground water tank
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​ข้อเสีย

  • At risk of damage from sunlight, heat, or environmental conditions
  • It may not look beautiful if there is no covering.
  • Requires a lot of space for installation


ถังน้ำใต้ดิน

General characteristics

  • buried underground or under the building floor
  • Often made from reinforced concrete, fiberglass, or corrosion-resistant materials
  • Used for large water storage or in areas with space constraints for ground installation

​ข้อดี

  • Space-saving on the ground, suitable for limited areas
  • Protect against sunlight, heat, and temperature changes
  • Reduce the risk of contamination from external environmental sources


Disadvantages

  • Installation is more difficult; it requires labor and drilling equipment.
  • Repairing and cleaning is difficult
  • The installation cost is higher than that of an above-ground water tank.

Selection of Use

  • Above-ground water tanks are suitable for use in general households, farms, or areas that require convenience in maintenance.
  • Underground water tanks are suitable for buildings that need to save space or require large amounts of water storage, such as commercial buildings, factories, or large residential projects.


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