Filling a tank from an outdoor tap?

[RufusKing]

So I have a 55 gallon tank that I need to setup today, and all things considered, it seems my easiest method, based on how my apartment is setup and whatnot, would be to use the outdoor spigot (which conveniently happens to be right outside of my apartment) to fill the tank with a garden hose. Is this feasible? My immediate question would be would the (likely) cold water from the outside source crack/harm the glass? Are there any other concerns that I should have before I go ahead and do it?

Upon google searching to see if there is anything about the subject on the internets, there doesn't seem to be a single link to a question like this......which surprised me. Any and all help is appreciated.

 

[jwalkerafc7]

i filled up my 55 from my spout outside the house with a water hose, using water conditioner of course, but i put my heaters in it and let it heat before i put my fish in it (obviously) but my fish are doing better than ever so go ahead. just make sure you can get to the water quick to turn it off lol. i had to run as fast as i could all the way across the house and outside to turn the water off.

 

[RufusKing]

I've thought about this, so I've decided to wait til later in the day when I'll have an extra set of hands to help. Thanks for the info.

 

[clemsonguy1125]

I did that with my pond in the garage. I have pretty good tap water, and didnt use prime since I didnt have enough, I have goldfish in their to cycle it and they are doing well. But I have a cheap hose with no chemical in it and the city just started adding chlorine recently.

 

[smitty03281964]

Well the only way for cold water to crack the glass is if the glass was extremely hot. So there is nothing to worry about there. What other methods would you have to fill it even if you used the water in the apartment it is all the same water.

 

[Gill Blue]

shouldn't be a problem, just make sure you don't use any water that's been sitting in the hose for a while, they can leach chemicals, especially if it's been in the sun.
I only use drinking safe hoses just to be sure.

 

[Egon]

shouldn't be a problem, just make sure you don't use any water that's been sitting in the hose for a while, they can leach chemicals, especially if it's been in the sun.
I only use drinking safe hoses just to be sure.

I agree, run the water for a few minutes into the grass. At least till the water gets cold. Then run it into your tank. I use my garden hose for all my water changes, it's just easier than a bucket.

 

[bcrank]

Definitely run the water for a bit. I only use the hose for my water changes. (Never get around to fabricating a water change system) The hose is natural rubber. I know there may be a difference if it is a cheap synthetic hose. But, I have never had a problem or any reactions to any water changes.