So I'm looking into getting my dream tank and wanted to review weight prior to making a final decision. I have a split level house in Pecan grove (built in 92) and my main living area is upstairs and where I would like to keep my main tank. Being this is my main area (living room, kitchen, master, and dining area) and majority of my time spent, I need to know from someone that would have more expertise in the load bearing weight on how much I could possibly go without issues. I plan to use my dining area that has an exterior wall and being the corner of the house to place my tank. I have plans on 300+ gallons but I feel that it is going to be excessive for having this upstairs. The added plan to this as well is that directly below I have an area/closet that be used as the sump and equipment room. I have a dedicated water source in there as well to hook up my RO system and store 2 50 gallon tanks for RO and saltwater. I will be running a total of 4 1" pipes through the wall directly vertical (about 16' length max).
If someone could possibly weigh in on this subject and help me out so I can get the maximum tank size possible in this area I have selected. Keeping in mind the 2 options that might work the best solution.
1) 150+ gallon tank - Tank and stand on 2nd floor with remote sump and equipment.
2) >150 gallon tank - Tank, stand, and sump in one unit together on 2nd floor.
If someone could possibly weigh in on this subject and help me out so I can get the maximum tank size possible in this area I have selected. Keeping in mind the 2 options that might work the best solution.
1) 150+ gallon tank - Tank and stand on 2nd floor with remote sump and equipment.
2) >150 gallon tank - Tank, stand, and sump in one unit together on 2nd floor.