{"id":101604,"date":"2025-06-05T16:16:34","date_gmt":"2025-06-05T23:16:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=101604"},"modified":"2025-06-06T13:11:16","modified_gmt":"2025-06-06T20:11:16","slug":"rainwater-harvesting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/rainwater-harvesting\/","title":{"rendered":"Why, How, and What is Rainwater Harvesting?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In this <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/news\/from-our-economists\/\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">economy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we\u2019re saving where we can. In this Redfin article, we\u2019re covering everything you need to know about harvesting rainwater at your home. Whether you\u2019ve always wanted a barrel system for your house in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rent.com\/connecticut\/new-milford-houses\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Milford, CT<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, already have a catchment system at your rental home in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/city\/19459\/AZ\/Tucson\" data-wpel-link=\"exclude\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tucson, Arizona<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, or are interested in saving some money, keep reading for answers to why, how, and what is rainwater harvesting.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_101605\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-101605\" style=\"width: 966px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-101605 size-blog-post\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-3-966x630.jpg\" alt=\"an angled birds eye view of a property with a white barn house, large water harvesting tank, and lush green grass\" width=\"966\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-3-966x630.jpg 966w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-3-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-3-1024x668.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-3-768x501.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-3-230x150.jpg 230w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-3-460x300.jpg 460w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-3.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 966px) 100vw, 966px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-101605\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">photo courtesy of Pioneer Water Tanks America<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Table of Contents<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#h-what-is-rainwater-harvesting\">What is rainwater harvesting?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-why-should-you-survey\">Why should you survey?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-how-harvesting-rainwater-ideas\">How: harvesting rainwater ideas<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-should-i-start-harvesting-rainwater\">Should I start harvesting rainwater?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-faqs\">FAQs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What is rainwater harvesting?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rainwater harvesting, or RWH for short, is the practice of collecting and storing rainwater for later use rather than just letting it run off. This \u201csustainable and simple yet powerful practice not only conserves water and reduces one\u2019s footprint, but also helps protect nature and secure the future,\u201d says <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/chandrimadebi.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chandrima Debi<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pros of rainwater harvesting<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reduces your water bill<br \/>\n<\/b>\u201cBy collecting and storing rainwater from rooftops, households can save money and lower their utility bills by using the water for irrigation, flushing toilets, washing vehicles, and more,\u201d says Brandi Whitaker, account and business development manager of <a href=\"https:\/\/pioneerwatertanksamerica.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pioneer Water Tanks America<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Minimizes the strain on municipal systems<br \/>\n<\/b>By decreasing the demand for treated water and lessening the load on drainage infrastructure, <b style=\"font-style: inherit;\">\u201c<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">collecting rain at home is a simple and eco-smart way that reduces strain on municipal systems,\u201d says <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 16px; background-color: #ffffff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homesteadinhawaii.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Homesteadin&#8217; Hawai&#8217;i<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Supplies you with a backup water source<br \/>\n<\/b>\u201cThis practical and eco-friendly solution for residential homes provides a reliable backup water source during droughts, water restrictions, or other emergencies,\u201d says Brandi.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Nourishes your garden<br \/>\n<\/b>Harvesting rainwater can be extremely beneficial for a home garden since \u201crainwater is naturally soft, free of chlorine, and ideal for plants,\u201d says Matt Lebon, owner and founder of <a style=\"font-size: 16px; background-color: #ffffff;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thefoodscaper.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Foodscaper<\/span><\/a><b style=\"font-style: inherit;\">.<\/b><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prevents erosion and runoff pollution<br \/>\n<\/b>By capturing rainwater where it falls, rainwater harvesting reduces the volume and speed h the water flows, thus helping to prevent erosion and runoff pollution.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cons of rainwater harvesting<\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Initial cost<br \/>\n<\/b>While harvesting rainwater can save you money in the long run, the initial setup cost can be relatively expensive. When installing it\u2019s especially important to not cut corners as improper systems can cause damage like hazardous water.<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Storage limitations<br \/>\n<\/b>Some smaller homes and properties may not have the space required to have a proper storage system<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><b>Water quality concerns<br \/>\n<\/b>If not set up correctly, collected water can become contaminated by outside pollutants like animal droppings, dust, attract algae, or become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. It\u2019s especially important to ensure the system is properly sealed, filtered, cleaned, and maintained to ensure the water is safe for use.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-101609 size-blog-post\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/valerie-v-shNFvP-ljDs-unsplash-945x630.jpg\" alt=\"a ginger man surveys his land with a device before decided to install a rainwater harvesting system per Redfin's recommendation\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/valerie-v-shNFvP-ljDs-unsplash-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/valerie-v-shNFvP-ljDs-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/valerie-v-shNFvP-ljDs-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/valerie-v-shNFvP-ljDs-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/valerie-v-shNFvP-ljDs-unsplash-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/valerie-v-shNFvP-ljDs-unsplash-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/valerie-v-shNFvP-ljDs-unsplash.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Why should you survey?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before implementing any water-harvesting techniques, understanding your land is crucial,\u201d advises <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/santacruzpermaculture.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Santa Cruz Permaculture<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. As every plot of land varies, \u201ceffective rainwater harvesting is more than just placing a barrel under a downspout \u2014 it\u2019s a system rooted in strategy, not sentiment,\u201d reminds Diego Torrelio, founder and CEO of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/circlefoot.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circlefoot<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, in the Bay Area, \u201cwhere rainfall is sporadic and storage is limited, the real ROI begins by restoring the soil since it acts as your first reservoir,\u201d says Diego. In this climate, he recommends first \u201cfocusing on healthy soil, followed by integrated plant systems and then subsurface or above-ground cisterns sized to your actual hydro capacity and landscape demand if needed.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since what\u2019s needed differs, it\u2019s important to first \u201c<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">assess your site&#8217;s topography and water flow patterns to inform effective design,\u201d reminds Santa Cruz Permaculture.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How: harvesting rainwater ideas<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you\u2019ve surveyed your land, it\u2019s time to decide on which rainwater harvesting system is right for you, your home, and your land. While it can be complex understanding the various systems, it can be helpful to break it into four main parts: catchment, conveyance (transportation), storage, and distribution.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rain barrels<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the most popular, simple, and cost-effective catchment and storage options is the rain barrel. Typically, these are placed at the bottom of downspouts to catch runoff during rainfall. Since the rainwater is also stored inside the barrel, most also have a spigot at the bottom for easy access along with a mesh screen to filter out debris.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cistern tank<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a more advanced collection system, consider an above- or underground cistern tank. Like a rain barrel, a cistern tank also collects and stores rainwater, but these can hold hundreds or even thousands of gallons. This system allows you to \u201ccapture roof runoff to use for watering plants, washing outdoor surfaces, or even flushing toilets (with proper filtration) and can thus reduce demand on the local water supply, cut your water bill, and help manage stormwater runoff that can otherwise lead to pollution like microplastics in local waterways,\u201d adds Kara Young, marketing director of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/myrainplan.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rainplan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_101612\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-101612\" style=\"width: 945px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-101612 size-blog-post\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-2-945x630.jpg\" alt=\"a pueblo home with a large metal rain barrel tank\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-2-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-2-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-2-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Pioneer-Water-Tanks-America-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-101612\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">photo courtesy of Pioneer Water Tanks America<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Downspout extender<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A downspout extender focuses on the catchment and transportation of rainwater. This device is attached to the bottom of a roof downspout to help direct the rainwater into a collection container, like a rain barrel. \u201cAdding an extender to your downspout is a low-cost and eco-friendly way to harvest and redirect water to your plants [or storage container for other uses] instead of the storm drain,\u201d adds Mackenzie Sanders, development manager of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/theparkpeople.org\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Park People<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Brush dams and gabions<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For stabilizing eroded gullies<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and seasonal drainages, Santa Cruz Permaculture recommends using brush check dams and gabions. These structures help \u201caid in landscape restoration by slowing water flow and promoting sediment deposition.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A dam helps to store the rainwater by creating a reservoir, whereas gabions control the water speed and spread. Together, they both help to retain moisture in the landscape as well as improve long-term water availability, which is especially effective for harvesting and managing rainwater in larger and more erosive-prone landscapes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Berms and swales<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If your house is built on a slope, consider \u201cberms and swales, a simple water harvesting technique that involves shaping the earth to slow and infiltrate the flow of rainwater on a slope,\u201d describes Santa Cruz Permaculture. This method is extremely cost-efficient as it only requires a shovel, sloped terrain, and some manual labor. This strategy is \u201cdesigned to intercept rainwater running down the slope and infiltrate this water in a localized area, providing significant benefits to the landscape and your local watershed like enchanting soil moisture and reducing erosion,\u201d adds Santa Cruz Permaculture.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_101610\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-101610\" style=\"width: 945px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-101610 size-blog-post\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/swale-945x630.jpg\" alt=\"several people work on building a swale-a system for harvesting rainwater-outside a blue home\" width=\"945\" height=\"630\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/swale-945x630.jpg 945w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/swale-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/swale-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/swale-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/swale-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/swale-450x300.jpg 450w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/swale.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-101610\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">photo courtesy of Santa Cruz Permaculture<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Greywater raingardens<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cHarvesting rainwater and greywater reuse offers a smart, sustainable way to conserve water with raingardens and greywater irrigation systems helping homeowners reuse water efficiently for landscape irrigation, drought resilience support, and healthy landscape building,\u201d says <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Avery Ellis of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/united.eco\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">United Ecology<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/coloradogreywater.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colorado Greywater<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Raingardens are shallow depressions that help catch rainwater runoff, slow water flow, and soak it into the ground. This natural and attractive rainwater design is filled with plants \u2013 hence a garden \u2013 and improves soil infiltration, filters pollutants, and supports biodiversity.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Custom rain catchment systems<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the best rainwater harvesting system for your home depends on your climate and landscape, consider seeking help from locals.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A simple search will help you find a local company specializing in local rainwater harvesting system design and installation. For instance, if you live in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.apartmentguide.com\/apartments\/Oregon\/Salem\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oregon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or another place with an increased water scarcity, Peter Thomas of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/oregonrainharvesting.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oregon Rain Harvesting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, recommends \u201ca rain catchment system made to provide water security and take pressure off already stretched water resources.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Similarly, you can consider working with a local company that keeps your region and personal needs in mind. For example, if you live in Texas, where drought and well reliability are growing concerns, companies like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/holdenrainwater.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Holden Rainwater<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> help to \u201cdesign and install systems that provide clean, dependable water for drinking, bathing, cooking, and more \u2013 especially in areas where every drop counts.\u201d Choosing something more tailored to your home, area, and can also help increase the benefits of your system.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_101615\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-101615\" style=\"width: 896px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-101615 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Foodscaper-2.jpg\" alt=\"a custom terracotta rainwater harvesting system sits outside a similarly colored red brick home\" width=\"896\" height=\"597\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Foodscaper-2.jpg 896w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Foodscaper-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Foodscaper-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Foodscaper-2-225x150.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/The-Foodscaper-2-450x300.jpg 450w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 896px) 100vw, 896px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-101615\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">photo courtesy of The Foodscaper<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Should I start harvesting rainwater?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you know the answer to \u201cWhat is rainwater harvesting?\u201d, the next question is, should you start the process at home? We unfortunately can\u2019t answer this question for you, but we recommend first analyzing your home, region, personal needs, budget, and <a href=\"#h-is-harvesting-rainwater-illegal\">local laws<\/a>. However, not only is being environmentally friendly and sustainable a great trend, but rainwater, as a resource is often overlooked, yet critical for survival,\u201d reminds <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rainwaterharvestingjb.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">JB Rainwater Harvesting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, \u201cWhether you\u2019re collecting for irrigation or planning a whole-house potable system, harvesting rainwater can truly transform your roof into a resource,\u201d says Erin Moeller, vice president of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/harvestrain.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvest Rain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Installing a rainwater system \u201ccan make a tangible difference for our planet by promoting ecological balance, economic stability, and climate resilience, and since every individual has a role to play \u2014 by adopting rainwater harvesting, we can collectively contribute to a sustainable future and ensure water security for generations to come,\u201d adds JB Rainwater Harvesting.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After all, \u201ca well-designed rainwater system doesn\u2019t just reduce your water bill, it builds long-term property resilience and helps reduce impact on local water sources,\u201d reminds Erin.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">FAQs<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Is harvesting rainwater illegal?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are currently no federal laws prohibiting rainwater harvesting, but restrictions and permits vary by state.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you start harvesting, we urge you to look into the local guidelines. Marianna Sachse, founder and CEO of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hellojackalo.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jackalo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, recommends that you \u201ccontact your local government to see what sorts of incentive programs they offer.\u201d For example, her city \u201coffset the cost of rain barrel installation as part of their river smart program.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Is a rainwater harvesting system expensive?<br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This depends on the system you choose, but rainwater harvesting systems typically \u201coffer a practical, affordable, and flexible solution that works in both urban and rural settings,\u201d says Moshe Belilty of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/hilico.com\/\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"external noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hilico<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. 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