“Rainwater harvesting systems provide distributed stormwater runoff containment while simultaneously storing water which can be used for irrigation, flushing toilets, washing clothes, washing cars, pressure washing,or it can be purified for use as everyday drinking water.”
“The rain will collect in gutters that channel the water into downspouts and then into some sort of storage vessel. Rainwater collection systems can be as simple as collecting rain in a rain barrel or as elaborate as harvesting rainwater into large cisterns to supply your entire household demand.”
“Using harvested rainwater correctly and efficiently can help reduce your property's water bill. It can also reduce the energy use required for water pumping and treatment. A rainwater harvesting system may qualify you for tax incentives. It can also help you earn LEED certification credit for reduced water consumption.”
Check out a few easy DIY systems that we designed at our latest workshop. It can really be as simple or complex as you want.