Rain Barrel Benefits

What is a rain barrel?

A rain barrel is, simply, a large water barrel or covered device designed to catch runoff from your roof or other surfaces that don't absorb rain water naturally.

Why use a freeze proof rain barrel?

Rain barrels are an excellent way to conserve resources and reduce the amount of well or municipal water you use. In the past few years, we've heard more and more about the environmental movement to "Go Green," and rain barrels help this movement by not only conserving water but by filtering out some of the chemicals that you find in tap water, such as chlorine and fluoride. In addition, rain water has no calcium or lime buildups, less sediment and dissolved salts, and it's softer and naturally warmer than tap water. All of these reasons help make stored rainwater a perfect choice for watering your garden.

What are some other benefits to storing rainwater?

Gutter rain barrels are especially useful for saving rainwater for a not-so-rainy day. Many states endure droughts in the summer months, and thousands of cities enforce water bans to conserve municipal water during these times. By saving rainwater from the wetter seasons, you'll have plenty to use without taxing your well or municipal supply during the summer.

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It adds up!

One half-inch of rain on a 1,000-square-foot roof yields approximately 300 gallons of water!

What type of rain barrel is right for me?

You can find decorative rain barrels in all shapes and sizes. Surf around here at RainBarrelSource.com to see all the options available to you, ranging in sizes from small to large in all kinds of designs and styles. You're sure to find the perfect plastic rain barrel to not only help you conserve water and help the environment, but also add a decorative flair to your garden in the meantime.

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