Rain barrels are a growing trend as drought conditions persist across the Coastal Bend area. Many residents and businesses ...

University of Illinois researchers surveyed residential rain barrels around Champaign County to determine how often ...

Though many craft custom rain barrels, prefabricated ones ready for use are often found in big box stores like Home Depot for about $75. The seemingly mundane devices offer a variety of benefits ...

"By using rain barrels, residents can make a tangible impact on reducing water demand while supporting a healthier watershed." Alli Schuch, Executive Director of the Fountain Creek Watershed ...

The best rain barrel reduces municipal water consumption and provides water for the garden, indoor plants, and even washing ...

Rain barrels capture rainwater from rooftops when it is connected to a gutter from the house and has a spigot for outdoor use such as watering lawns, and gardens, washing cars, and filling ...

As people look to reduce their water use for environmental and ecological reasons, rain barrels have gained popularity for catching rainwater that can be stored and used for irrigation.