Rain Barrel Tips

Rain Barrel Tips: How Your Community Can Help Conserve Water

It's no secret that our environment is in a dire state. Look around and you'll see a major ecological movement to "Go Green" and help restore a healthier Earth.

Water conservation is a major part of that ecological movement; as fresh water accounts for only 3 percent of the world's water, and much of that freshwater is frozen in glaciers and icecaps or underneath the ground in soil and aquifers, not available for human use. This leaves less than 1 percent of the world's freshwater available for direct human use.

To say we're at a point where we seriously need to conserve water would be an understatement. Find out what local communities are doing to help conserve water and what you can do in your own home to help out.

Harvesting Rainwater

You've heard about all the great benefits of water conservation (and we'll give you a few more!) But how much of an impact can you really expect to make by installing a rain barrel or two? The answer will surprise you!

Rain Barrel Installation

So you've calculated your savings, shopped around, and found the perfect rain barrel & now what? Setup and installation of a rain barrel is a fairly simple process. Following are some steps to follow to make sure yours is installed correctly.

Rain Barrel Buying Guide

Finding the perfect rain barrel isn't as easy as it sounds. Here are a few key factors to consider when shopping for your perfect rain barrel.

How Much Municipal Water Am I Using?

With the environment being an issue in the forefront of our minds, water conservation is a great way to start giving back to nature. However, in order to start efficiently conserving water in your home, you must first understand how much water you're typically using. Read on for some helpful hints to get you started in the right direction.