What about rain barrels?
With many areas facing long term drought, a rain barrel may be just the thing for you. Unless you are old enough to remember rain barrels, you may think that they are the latest and greatest craze. In truth, rain barrels are nothing new. They were commonly used for hundreds of years in one form or another well into the 20th century and though not as common now, they have been making a comeback.
What is a rain barrel?
A rain barrel is simply a container that your rain gutters flow into, collecting the water from your roof's runoff. Rain barrels have allowed people to have water "on demand" during any dry seasons and/or a lack of indoor plumbing. In the old days it was wooden barrels or 55-gallon drums, nowadays they have containers specifically made for them.
Should I use a rain barrel?
Rain Barrels save on your water bill, conserve water and will hold up to 55 gallons each. As watering your lawn and garden can be up to 40% of your water use*, they can add up to quite a bit of savings. Plus you can use the water to wash your car and top off your swimming pool.
A rain barrel can save homeowners around 1300 gallons of water during peak summer months*. It also diverts water from storm drains and lessens the impact of runoff to streams. You can use them for watering your lawn and garden and for washing your car.
Where do I get rain barrels?
Randy’s Rain Gutters tries to save you money and with diligent research has found a discount program active in our area! Be Water Wise will reimburse you up to $75 per rain barrel with a limit of four per house. Randy will be happy to provide further information upon request. See SO-Cal Water Smart.
Contact Randy's Rain Gutters today to find out how we can help you.
Ph.: (805) 267-6745
email: randysraingutterssocal@gmail.com
Website: http://www.randysraingutterssocal.com/
*Figures from the EPA
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Ph.: (805) 267-6745
email: randysraingutterssocal@gmail.com
Website: http://www.randysraingutterssocal.com/
*Figures from the EPA
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