
Water Tank Liners Explained: Materials, Cost, and How They Work
A tank liner is a custom-fitted membrane placed inside an existing tank to stop leaks without replacing the tank. Here is how materials, cost and ordering work.
Read moreMichael Tkautz writes for Cistern Liner Co., which has spent 5 years making custom, food-grade cistern liners for homes, farms and businesses across Canada. The team has supplied hundreds of liners, so these guides come from real cisterns, not theory.

A tank liner is a custom-fitted membrane placed inside an existing tank to stop leaks without replacing the tank. Here is how materials, cost and ordering work.
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A cistern is a tank that stores water for later use. Here is how cisterns work, what they are made of, and how they differ from wells and holding tanks.
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A cistern is a sealed, usually underground container that stores water without treating it. Its lifespan depends on material, sealing, and yearly inspection.
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A liner suits a structurally sound cistern whose interior no longer holds water. Replacement suits a badly deteriorated or unstable structure.
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Unexplained water loss, visible cracks, deteriorating interior surfaces, failed repairs and moisture around the tank can all signal a leaking cistern.
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A cistern liner is a custom-fitted waterproof membrane that creates a new watertight interior, so the original tank can stay in place.
Read moreSend us your photos and rough dimensions. We'll tell you honestly whether a liner or coating makes sense.