Helpful Information About Rain Barrels

About Rain Barrels

Rain Barrel Benefits
Water conservation is one major benefit to rain barrels.

Rain Barrel Buying Guide
Things to consider before purchasing rain barrels.

How Much Municipal Water Am I Using?
Steps to help you calculate your household's water usage.

How Much Well Water Am I Using?
Steps to help you calculate your household's well water usage.

Rain Barrel Installation
Steps to ensure you get the most out of rain barrels.

Rain Barrel Care and Maintenance
Tips to increase the longevity of rain barrels.

Harvesting Rainwater
How much rainwater can you expect to collect in your rain barrels.

How Your Community Can Help Conserve Water
What are communities around the nation doing to conserve our water.

Water Conservation Tips

Types of Rain Barrels
A rain barrel comes in a variety of materials, shapes and sizes.

Rain Barrel Equipment and Accessories
There are a variety of accessories and equipment available for your rain barrels.

What Is a Rain Barrel?
Rain barrels are water conservation systems designed to collect and store the rain water to use for your garden.

How to Water Your Lawn Efficiently
Lawn and garden watering make up nearly 40 percent of total household water use during the summer.

Rain Water Harvesting
Rain harvesting is the process by which rainwater is collected in a rain barrel.

Mosquitoes and Rain Barrels
The threat of mosquito infestation is a real concern for homeowners who use a rain barrel.

Uses of Stored Rainwater
Water stored in rain barrels can be used in a variety of ways to save money and protect the environment.

Rain Collection Glossary
A brief overview of some of the terms associated with rain barrels and rain collection.