NOTE: Since rules vary from state to state, it’s important to check your state’s legislation before setting up a rainwater collection system. CLICK HERE. A one-inch storm on a 1,000 ft roof generates ...

Susan Kroll wasn't squeamish about installing a rain barrel. Having lived in Thailand, where huge, impressive rain jars abound as part of an ancient tradition of capturing water from the sky, she ...

Increasing wildfires around the world and documented severe drought—even in unexpected spots like Hawaii and the Southeast—emphasize the need to take steps to lower water use. Collecting rainwater in ...

Learn to build your own rain barrel with just a few tools. A rain barrel is a great way to manage water on your property and give you a natural source for watering your garden. You can buy one that's ...

Harvesting rainwater is one of the smartest ways of watering your yard. A rain barrel gives you gallons of completely free water, lessening the strain on local resources and your water bill. But a ...

Hoosiers have experienced an abnormally dry spell with moderate drought conditions seeping into Central Indiana as spring turns to summer. The lack of recent rain spells frustration for residential ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Barrels designed specifically for rain collection can be somewhat pricey, often retailing for more than $100. They can also be kind of bulky ...

For a few dollars, and some elbow grease, you can build your own rain barrel system. There are kits available to help put one together. And if you know where to shop, you can find the barrels for ...

Families and friends will gather for this special workshop to learn how to make and use a rain barrel of your own. Will you make it for your own home? Is this rain barrel an Earth Day gift for your ...

THOMASVILLE — Thomasville residents will soon have an opportunity to learn how to turn rain into gain through a pair of free, ...

EVERETT — As Washington’s famous cold and wet season begins, Everett Utilities will be selling rain barrels Saturday. Rain barrels can be used, in conjunction with a gutter system, to funnel water ...