Ever heard that collecting rainwater is illegal? Well, it turns out that's (basically) an urban legend. Here's the good news: Equipping your house with a rainwater collection system as simple as a ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Barrels designed specifically for rain collection can be somewhat pricey, often retailing for more than $100. They can also be kind of bulky ...

It’s still cold outside. Most of us probably have our vegetable seeds started, or we are about to start our seeds and we’re eager to get back out in the garden. But what about all those things we ...

Rainwater collection seems like a no-brainer for any type of new construction, especially for a house. Whether it's watering household plants, keeping the pool full or augmenting an entire landscape, ...

Every year, the Earth's surface receives tons of rain. In many parts of the world, rainwater collection is the only way to obtain potable drinking water. In others, collecting rainwater is against the ...

The author uses a pump with a garden hose outlet to supply water to a mounted showerhead. Construct a simple, inexpensive rainwater shower system heated with an off-grid solar water heater. If you ...

Did you know that before 2016, it was illegal to capture and use rainwater in the state of Colorado? After House Bill 16-1005 was introduced and passed, it became legal to use rainwater for outdoor ...

There’s plenty of water available right now, but come July and August, many gardeners will be trying to figure out if we can give our plants the water they need without breaking the bank. We’re ...