GOT LEAKS?

In the US and Canada, we never have to worry about water supply. It's always there when we turn on the tap. But here in Sayulita, Mexico, it's a whole different ball game. When you twist that faucet, you're not getting water straight from the city pipes. The water is actually stored on-site in cisterns or tinacos. Cisterns are buried underground and typically store 10,000 liters of water, while tinacos are perched on rooftops and can hold around 1,100 liters of water. So, how much water does a house really need? Well, that's a tricky one to answer. It depends on a bunch of factors.

One thing's for sure, guests don't really think twice about water usage. Lucky for us, here at Tu Casa Sayulita Property Management, we can personally chat with our guests and remind them to use water sparingly. Unfortunately, different parts of town receive varied water supply. It's pretty much out of our hands as Oromapas controls the water flow. And to top it off, Sayulita struggles more and more with water supply each year. With more houses being built and the same infrastructure, the demand for water is up and the water aquifers are running dry.

Our recommendation? A cistern that pumps water up to tinacos on the roof. The more tinacos, the better. Trust us, a power outage can leave you high and dry. You might think 1,100 liters is enough, but not when you have a full house. Four guests can easily guzzle that up in less than a day. If you don't have a cistern, it's a good idea to install one. Yes, it's a bit of an investment, but it will save you a ton of cash in the long run. A pipa truck that delivers 5,000 liters of water costs $600 pesos, and during the dry months, we've paid up to $1,500 pesos for a 10,000 liter pipa truck! Yikes!

So, time to get your water storage game on point. Planning ahead will make for a smooth rental season.