Congrats on the purchase of your brand new Galvanized steel stock tank! We hope you are as excited about it as we are. All our tanks are made of Zinc-coated galvanized steel. While the zinc coating is a great feature that helps extend your tanks' life by keeping them rust-free and clean looking. This guide is an excellent tool for helping maintain your galvanized stock tank, from levelling a surface to tank accessories!
1. It all starts with ordering your tank! A truly exciting journey lies ahead. Will you transform your backyard into the perfect tropical getaway? Or create the perfect swimming pool for you and your family? The possibilities are endless (and we seriously mean the sky's the limit). Once we receive your order, you will receive this guide through your follow-up confirmation email. Our staff here at Livestock Equipment Canada will start processing your order right away, from picking the right tank to washing it!
2. If you choose in-store pick-up, one of our staff members will give you a call to confirm when your order is ready for pick-up.
3. If you have chosen for delivery, our staff will pick up the tank, clean it and set it on the truck for its next delivery. Your direction! You will be receiving a phone call the day before we ship out your order to confirm, Address, time of drop off, and location of drop off (if needed)
4. Now that the order has been placed, what do you do in the meantime before you receive your tank? You can start planning your foundation! Our tanks are big and heavy. Some might wonder if it can sit on a wooden deck, but unfortunately not, as they are too heavy. There are many different items you can use for the foundation. Sand and peat moss work wonders! These tanks are designed for livestock, meaning you can even plop them down on the grass, and it will be ok. We have had a client even use Mudslabs to provide a foundation for their tank and the great news?! We sell mud slabs. You can find their review on our website under the blogs and articles section or simply by clicking this link.
5. Now the foundation is built, and you got a call from us. When we arrive, our shipping department will be glad to help move the tank into the spot you'd like. Now comes the exciting part! Filling the tank up with water
6. Once your tank is all filled up, it is ready for enjoyment! Throw a floatie or two in there, or hop in and enjoy your new tank!
FAQ
Many questions have been regarding the do's and don'ts with stock tanks.
Can I put Chlorine in my tank?
The short answer is no. We have added the link here for a blog we made specifically talking about the effects of Chlorine on galvanized steel.
https://www.livestockequipment.ca/blogs/chlorine-vs-galvanizing
Will my tank get hot?
Nope! The tank will only get as hot as the water does. We sell solar covers, which are excellent options for keeping the water temperature down. They are all sold as 10' round pieces but can be cut to size if desired.
https://www.livestockequipment.ca/store/product/stock-tank-solar-cover
2. Do I have to worry about my tank rusting?
Our tanks are made of zinc-coated, galvanized steel, a process that stops rusting and corrosion.
Check out this link for more info on why we don't recommend painting stock tanks. Even if you decide to paint it, there are instructions on how to!
Don't paint!
5. Do I need anything else for my tank?
Nope! You can hop right in once it is filled up with water. If desired, extra steps can be taken to ensure the tank stays cleaner for longer!
Check out this link for more info on filtration for your tank. (Please note that Galvanized steel and chemicals don't go well together, so make sure you research!)
Clean tank.
6. Can the stock tank be heated?
Yes! There have been many different ways of plumbing a tank for an external filter or even a water heater. We have attached a link for more information on this!
Check out this link for more info on how to add external plumbing to your stock tank. (Please note drilling holes to accommodate hoses/fittings will void the warranty)
Heated tank
