Approximately 30% of U.S. household water use goes toward outdoor purposes like irrigation or car washing. Cutting back on that usage from your local water system can cut down on local pollution and ...

The rain barrel is such a simple solution for so many problems, from controlling moisture around and under homes to easing runoff pollution and providing a source of free water for irrigation. And for ...

Knowing how a rain chain works is key to getting the most from this practical yet decorative alternative to a downspout. They are attached to gutters and eaves, and work by channelling rainwater into ...

One pro gardener made her own rain barrel for her balcony gardenCredit: Instagram / cookseyfarms Alison (@cookseyfarms) used the affordable rain barrel on her "balcony garden." It was especially ...

Harvesting rainwater is an environmentally friendly practice that can cut down on stormwater runoff and help protect a home's foundation by keeping water away. One method is as easy as installing a ...