Author: HOMEMAKERS

Temporary Water Storage with Rent a Bladder

The reality is this. We are running out of water and that is because we waste so much of it every day. Despite that, water in South Africa is in great demand, and as the human population increases with its increasing needs for survival, the greater the water demand.  Water storage is vital at this stage as we cannot afford to waste any of it. For example, many people dump all the water from their pool when a repair is due. Instead of wasting all that water, you can use a temporary water storage system like Rent a Bladder to keep the water until you are ready to pump it back into the pool. Thousands of Rands will be saved and you’ll be helping the planet too! 

The Solution 

Rent a Bladder was established to directly address the need to save large volumes of water when maintenance on pools, ponds and reservoirs is being done. Owned by Johan Terblanche and Gene Crick – and a new branch owned and operated by Cornel Pentz, Rent a Bladder has become a popular brand for water storage solutions.” 

How It Works 

During any renovation where water is kept in large volumes, Rent a Bladder offers an easy solution to the water waste usually associated with this type of renovation. This is achieved by pumping water into collapsible water bladders on-site (up to one-million litres) to save water, time and provide a value-added service. 

A large variety of water bladder sizes makes the job easier and the service more convenient. Rent a Bladder also offers a variety of delivery options, ranging from their DIY package to a full delivery option for a stress-free solution. 

See Rent a Bladder’s fee structure here. 

The Team 

Cornel realised there was a need to offer customers who live further from the big cities the same exceptional service at a more convenient location. 

Rent a Bladder services the entire Gauteng and outlying areas, with Cornel’s branch, Rent a Bladder South, focussing on the Eastern and Southern suburbs of Gauteng up to and including Springs, Middelburg and the Vaal Driehoek. 

According to Cornel, “There are very few practical options available to keep your water while working on your reservoir or pool. We will make it simple and safe. If you go for the delivery options, you get our stellar customer service where we take care of the tricky setups”. 

Get Started 

If you live in and around Johannesburg and are looking for a short-term solution to water storage, it’s probably time to get in touch with Rent a Bladder. With a brand that is expanding faster than ever – especially in the East and South of Johannesburg, they are not only a convenient option but a popular one too! 

Fast Facts about short-term water storage: 

• Save water – the entire capacity of your pool does not need a refill.
• Save time – they can drain and refill in a day.
• Save money – avoid costly municipal bills.
• Stress-free – go for their comprehensive delivery option and they take care of everything! 

Contact Cornel on 062 492 9502 or email him at cornel@rentabladder.co.za 

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Ingredients 

Ground mince (not too skinny) 

Streaky bacon 

Stuffing 

Anything really, but we suggest any of the following: 

Different cheeses of your choice 

Salami, Cabanossi or Pepperoni 

Garlic 

Onions 

Mushrooms 

Tomatoes 

Chillis 

Peppers 

Avos 

Peppadews 

How to load the burger. 

Step 1: 

Roll your mince into manly sized meat balls.   

Step 2: 

Use a full can of beer and push the can into the mince ball so that the mince moulds around the can. It works best if the mince is nice and cold. 

Step 3: 

Wrap the streaky bacon around the mince which will hold the burger together nicely. 

Step 4:  

Remove the can. 

Step 5: 

Pre–cook some of your ingredients like the garlic, onion etc. and stuff it good!  

Step 6:  

Add grated cheese of your choice and add chilli and BBQ sauce to taste. 

Step 7:  

You are ready for the grill.  You need a medium heat fire.  Place your patty pockets on the braai and close the lid. It takes about an hour before they are cooked and ready. 

Step 8: 

Ready to eat!  Add a bread roll to your beer can burger or enjoy as is! 

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