RAIN BARRELS

Reduced Water Use: Rain barrels collect rainwater that would typically flow off your roof and down the drain. This captured water becomes a free, alternative source for watering your lawn and garden, reducing your reliance on treated municipal water.  The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that a rain barrel can save a homeowner up to 1,300 gallons of water each year!

Stormwater Management:  By capturing rainwater, rain barrels help reduce stormwater runoff. This is especially important in urban and suburban areas with lots of paved surfaces. Reduced runoff helps prevent flooding and erosion, protecting your property and nearby waterways.

Improved Water Quality: Stormwater runoff can carry pollutants like fertilizers, pesticides, and pet waste from your lawn and driveway into streams and rivers. Rain barrels help reduce the amount of runoff carrying these pollutants, improving the overall quality of local water sources.

Healthier Plants:  Rainwater is actually better for your plants than treated tap water. Tap water often contains chlorine and other chemicals that can harm some plants. Rainwater, on the other hand, is naturally soft and free of these chemicals.