Helpful Information

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.