I am in the very early planning stages for a new high-end 180-225 build for my home office later this year. Two major goals for this new build will be reliability and ease of maintenance. Thus, long before I order the tank, build the stand, and plan all the equipment, I want to make a number of improvements to the location where the tank will go. I figure I will document these improvements, solicit feedback, and let everyone know how it works out. I guess that makes this kind of the "Pre" Build Thread, though I will likely create a true build thread for that tank shortly as well.
Some of the improvements that I plan to make are:
Some of the improvements that I plan to make are:
Install an outside air line to attach to skimmers or air pumps
Add two separate 20-amp GFCI circuits just for the tank equipment
Build an automated mixing station in the attic space above the room where the tank will be with fresh and saltwater lines to the wall behind the tank.
Add an exhaust pipe to vent hot/humid air from the stand/chiller to the attic space or outsideInstall a waste water drain line from the tank location to the guest room toilet drain
Last edited: