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Installation of Commercial & Industrial Rainwater or Greywater Cistern Systems
Installation of Commercial & Industrial Rainwater or Greywater Cistern Systems
RAINWATER USAGE OVER STORMWATER DRAINAGE
RAINWATER USAGE OVER STORMWATER DRAINAGE
We design, supply, and install dry hydrants, commercial and industrial cistern rainwater or greywater systems for facilities across Ontario. From large underground cisterns to treatment, pumping, and controls, our solutions turn roof-water-runoff into usage solutions for a variety of needs, including fire-prevention storage (as a dry hydrant). We engineer to local codes and performance targets (flow, turnover, redundancy), help with LEED/ESG documentation, and provide turnkey commissioning and maintenance.
2026 Compliance Alert - NFPA 25 Maintenance Schedule: Ontario fire inspectors now have the authority to issue Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPs) - immediate fines up to $500,000 for corporations with non-compliant fire water supplies. We provide the certified engineering and NFPA-mandated maintenance to keep your facility protected and penalty-free.
2026 Compliance Alert - NFPA 25 Maintenance Schedule: Ontario fire inspectors now have the authority to issue Administrative Monetary Penalties (AMPs) - immediate fines up to $500,000 for corporations with non-compliant fire water supplies. We provide the certified engineering and NFPA-mandated maintenance to keep your facility protected and penalty-free.
Applications
Applications
Property Irrigation (landscape, greenhouse, courtyard features)
Fire-prevention cisterns (drafting points or pump suction integration)
Process water reuse (equipment cooling, washdown, batch makeup)
Non-potable building supply (with backup city feed)
Fleet depots & yards (water for truck wash systems, wash pads, dust control)
Additional stormwater capture & detention to reduce discharge fees
Industry Examples
Industry Examples
Business Parks
Hotels & resorts
Multi-residential buildings (condominium groups)
Office towers & commercial complexes
Industrial facilities (cooling, process water)
Logistics & fleet operations (vehicle washing)
Car dealerships & commercial car washes
Hospitals & institutional campuses
Corporate campuses
Remote/off-grid communities
Laundry & textile service providers
Sport & recreation facilities
Outcomes for Owners
Outcomes for Owners
Reduce municipal water costs and stormwater fees
Improve ESG/LEED metrics with measurable onsite reuse
Increase resilience during restrictions or supply interruptions
Centralized data & alarms for operations teams
Our Services
Our Services
Cisterns: underground concrete or fiberglass tanks (10,000+ gal)
Filtration & treatment: screens, sediment filtration, UV/chemical disinfection as required, ultra/nano filtration, etc.
Pumping & controls: duty/standby pumps, VFDs, level sensors, BMS integration, and auto city-water bypass allowances
Design & approvals: drawings, submittals, control narratives, CSA/NSF component alignment
Installation & commissioning: turnkey install, testing, and training
Service plans: seasonal inspection, cleaning, performance verification
Technical Notes (general)
Technical Notes (general)
CSA S6 specifications CHBDC / AASHTO standards
35–50 MPa concrete @ 28 days and CL-625 loading for H-20 or HS-20
CSA B66 compliance as needed
CL-625-ONT bridge code standard for multi-axle
2026 Professional Maintenance & Certification - Operational Compliance under the 2026 Ontario Fire Code, 'Sampling' inspections are no longer sufficient. Commercial fire water systems require:
Annual Flow Certification: Verifying the system can deliver its rated GPM.
Quarterly Visual Inspections: Checking for sediment, venting obstructions, and level-sensor accuracy.
5-Year Internal Inspections: Comprehensive structural and silt-level reviews for underground tanks.
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do we need to do anything for the NFPA 25 2026 Code?
Do we need to do anything for the NFPA 25 2026 Code?
Yes. The new code requires documented proof of maintenance and specific performance markers (like anti-vortex protection and visible level indicators) that many older systems lack. We provide Compliance Audits to retrofit older commercial systems to modern NFPA/OFC standards.
Yes. The new code requires documented proof of maintenance and specific performance markers (like anti-vortex protection and visible level indicators) that many older systems lack. We provide Compliance Audits to retrofit older commercial systems to modern NFPA/OFC standards.
2026 Regulatory Security & Insurance Reliability
Ensure your onsite water storage meets the updated NFPA 22 (Water Tanks) and NFPA 1142 standards required for occupancy permits and the best possible commercial insurance ratings. Consider a BMS (Building Management System) Integrated Level Sensor to monitor water levels in cisterns.
How big should a commercial cistern be?
How big should a commercial cistern be?
Most projects fall between 10,000–350,000 US gallons, driven by catchment, reuse demand, turnover, and fire storage (if included).
Can one system serve toilets and irrigation?
Can one system serve toilets and irrigation?
Yes. We commonly design multi-use systems with prioritized demand, city-water backup, and clear labeling.
What treatment is required?
What treatment is required?
It depends on end use. Typical trains: screening + cartridge/centrifugal filtration, then UV or chemical disinfection for building uses.
What about winter?
What about winter?
Underground tanks operate year-round. Above-ground systems use insulation, heat tracing, and enclosure; lines are protected and monitored.
Do you work outside Ontario?
Do you work outside Ontario?
We would like to support projects across Canada, and we are currently licenesed in Ontario. We coordinate local code requirements and fire department standards.
Book a consultation
Book a consultation
Request a commercial/industrial site review and preliminary sizing.
Email: Andrew@BlueBearWaterworks.ca
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