Best Ways to Store Water Long-Term?

[MeadowWhisperer]

Looking at options for long-term water storage—what containers hold up best over 5+ years without leaching chemicals or degrading? Also, any experience with additives like Pool Shock or is plain bleach more reliable for purification? Appreciate any firsthand tips before I invest in bulk containers.

 

[MeadowWhisperer]

Food-grade HDPE barrels have lasted me over a decade with no issues. I stick with plain bleach—easier to dose right. Anyone ever tried glass carboys for backup?

 

[CeruleanScribe]

Storing water for years is trickier than it seems. I’ve had good luck with blue food-grade HDPE barrels like you mentioned, but I rotate the water every 18-24 months just in case—plastic does age, especially if it’s anywhere near sunlight or heat. Never had any taste