Benefits of Recycling Rainwater
Rain Barrels & More!
IT'S TRADITION
Collecting rainwater in rain barrels or other cisterns is an ancient practice; as far back as 2,000 years ago rainwater was collected in simple clay containers.
HERE AND NOW
With the rising price of municipal water, and ever-changing weather conditions, an increasing number of homeowners are harvesting rainwater to save money and protect this precious natural resource.
Even though rainwater is considered a renewable resource, many aquifers are being drained because people are using more water than the aquifer is naturally supplied. However, depending on the size of your house and the amount of rainfall in your area, you can collect a substantial amount of rainwater with a simple system! This recycled water can have a significant impact on your water bill as well as lessen the strain on your local water supplier.
IT'S HEALTHY!
Rain is a naturally soft water and devoid of minerals, chlorine, fluoride, and other chemicals. For this reason, plants respond very well to rainwater. Plus, harvesting rainwater to create a system that contains excess water on your site reduces the amount of harmful chemicals from pesticides, and other sources that enter and contaminating our waterways through storm runoff.
USE IT!
Rainwater stored in rain barrels has many uses including watering landscapes and gardens, washing cars (requires electric pump) multiple indoor uses, grey water usage, use for drinking in emergency situations (requires special treatment with a filtration system) and more!
Discover the many benefits of recycling your rainwater today!
FAQs
Q. How long will it take to fill my barrel?
A. In many cases, a single rainfall can easily fill more than one 55-gallon barrel
Q. Is it difficult to install a rain barrel?
A. No! Barrel installation is relatively simple and Sarasota Rain Barrels will offer assistance or install for you
Q. What kind of water pressure can I get from a rain barrel?
A. With our set-up, and a 3/4" valve, you can fill a medium to large watering can in seconds!
Q. Can I connect my garden hose to the rain barrel?
A. Yes! A quality hose will connect seamlessly with your rain barrel system. Discount hoses may kink and could be less efficient.
Q. Can I connect multiple barrels together in one system?
A. Yes! Barrels can be connected, providing you with more water storage and the convenience of one spigot!
Q. Can I hook my sprinkler up to a rain barrel?
A. Yes, with a separate pump traditional sprinkler systems will operate; however, a low-volume drip irrigation system can be used in place of a traditional sprinkler system. The drip irrigation system is easy to install, extremely efficient, and reduces evaporation when installed under mulch or in ground.
For more information e-mail: SRQrainbarrels@gmail.com
Collecting rainwater in rain barrels or other cisterns is an ancient practice; as far back as 2,000 years ago rainwater was collected in simple clay containers.
HERE AND NOW
With the rising price of municipal water, and ever-changing weather conditions, an increasing number of homeowners are harvesting rainwater to save money and protect this precious natural resource.
Even though rainwater is considered a renewable resource, many aquifers are being drained because people are using more water than the aquifer is naturally supplied. However, depending on the size of your house and the amount of rainfall in your area, you can collect a substantial amount of rainwater with a simple system! This recycled water can have a significant impact on your water bill as well as lessen the strain on your local water supplier.
IT'S HEALTHY!
Rain is a naturally soft water and devoid of minerals, chlorine, fluoride, and other chemicals. For this reason, plants respond very well to rainwater. Plus, harvesting rainwater to create a system that contains excess water on your site reduces the amount of harmful chemicals from pesticides, and other sources that enter and contaminating our waterways through storm runoff.
USE IT!
Rainwater stored in rain barrels has many uses including watering landscapes and gardens, washing cars (requires electric pump) multiple indoor uses, grey water usage, use for drinking in emergency situations (requires special treatment with a filtration system) and more!
Discover the many benefits of recycling your rainwater today!
FAQs
Q. How long will it take to fill my barrel?
A. In many cases, a single rainfall can easily fill more than one 55-gallon barrel
Q. Is it difficult to install a rain barrel?
A. No! Barrel installation is relatively simple and Sarasota Rain Barrels will offer assistance or install for you
Q. What kind of water pressure can I get from a rain barrel?
A. With our set-up, and a 3/4" valve, you can fill a medium to large watering can in seconds!
Q. Can I connect my garden hose to the rain barrel?
A. Yes! A quality hose will connect seamlessly with your rain barrel system. Discount hoses may kink and could be less efficient.
Q. Can I connect multiple barrels together in one system?
A. Yes! Barrels can be connected, providing you with more water storage and the convenience of one spigot!
Q. Can I hook my sprinkler up to a rain barrel?
A. Yes, with a separate pump traditional sprinkler systems will operate; however, a low-volume drip irrigation system can be used in place of a traditional sprinkler system. The drip irrigation system is easy to install, extremely efficient, and reduces evaporation when installed under mulch or in ground.
For more information e-mail: SRQrainbarrels@gmail.com
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