Rainwater Harvesting Systems; A Sustainable Water Source

More and more homeowners are installing rainwater harvesting systems in order to provide themselves with a sustainable source of water for lawn, garden, and waterscaping needs. Rainwater harvesting is simply the process of catching, storing, and reusing rainwater. The water is usually collected from a rooftop and is then directed into a storage container for later use. These systems are quite efficient, and can collect as much as 1250 gallons of water from a 2000 square foot roof for every inch of rainfall.

 

Depending on your needs, a rainwater harvesting system could be as simple as directing water from an existing gutter downspout into a barrel or as complex as using multiple storage containers feeding into lines that take water directly to the site where it’s needed. Rainwater is free of chemicals and a natural source of minerals and nutrients, which help your lawn and gardens stay green and beautiful, while reducing the need for added fertilizers. A rainwater harvesting system can also provide an inexpensive source of water for your pond or decorative waterfall, and reduce the drain on public utilities in areas with low water supplies.

 

Everyone can benefit from harvesting this free natural resource. Whether you want to conserve water to comply with local water usage regulations, save money on your water bill, or work toward being greener by promoting a positive impact on the environment; installing a rainwater harvesting system can help you meet your goals.