A natural resource homeowners have access to and don't always take advantage of is rain. It's free, doesn't require permission to use, there's no monthly "rain" bill to deal with, and it's readily available to use in various areas. As water runs off the roof of your home and drains into the ground keeping the surrounded lawn replenished, other areas of your lawn, garden, or potted plants may not be getting enough water between rainfall. This means turning on the faucet and using water you'll have to pay for if you live in the city. Enter the rain barrel with its attached pump; an environmentally friendly idea that lets you use the natural resource to the max.
