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Tag Archives: rainwater
3 Tips for Rainwater Harvesting System Owners During a Drought
Source While recent rains have brought welcome relief to the Southeastern United States, the water levels in streams, rivers, and lakes remains low and the deficit in rainfall numbers continues. You can monitor the drought at the National … Continue reading
25 Tips for Water Quality Month
When the United Nations declared 2005-2015 as an “International Decade for Action: Water for Life,” they added a designation for the month of August to be known as Water Quality Month. At a time of the year when so … Continue reading
The Top 10 Tasks That Get Your Garden Spring-Ready!
When temperatures get warmer and rain showers coax your bulbs into bloom, it’s time to get your garden spring-ready. Take a walk around your outdoor spaces and see what needs to be done. Is your mulch thinned out? Could your … Continue reading
The ABCs of Frozen Pipes
‘Tis the season…for cold temps, frozen pipes and potential disaster. Yep, it’s winter. But before you go running amok, let us help. We know that trying to prevent (and deal with the potential aftermath of) frozen pipes can be intimidating. … Continue reading
Go with the Flow: Picking a Pump Station
So, you’ve decided to start the rain-harvesting process. You’ve learned about rain collection systems and know your stuff. But, what’s most important? We cut through the noise for you. One of the key components in your rain-harvesting system is your … Continue reading
How do you know rainwater is safe for drinking?
When it comes to sustainable living and water conservation many people conserve water—but they also wonder, “How do I really know if the rainwater I collect is safe for drinking?” Though it is an understandable question and concern, we are … Continue reading
A Glossary of Rainwater and Greywater Recycling Terms
If you’re new to the concept of rainwater harvesting or greywater recycling, all the terminology might be a tad overwhelming. Here are the definitions of some of the most commonly-used terms you’ll find on our website. … Continue reading
Posted in Catchment Systems, Rainwater Harvesting
Tagged blackwater, catchment surface, catchment systems, cistern, distribution, downspout, drip systems, filtering system, first-flush diverter, greywater, irrigation, potable, purification, RainHarvest Systems, rainwater, rainwater harvesting system, storm water, Xeriscaping
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Rainwater Beer
Randy checks the setup before the brewfest begins. Rainwater is an ideal base to use for making beer. It is a natural water source, free of chlorine, fluoride, and any other added chemicals. It allows the true taste of the grains … Continue reading
Posted in Rainwater Beer, Rainwater Harvesting
Tagged brewing, Kolsh-style, pH balance, RainHarvest Systems, rainwater, rainwater beer
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It’s Time for a Rainwater Harvesting System Tune-Up!
When the weather turns warm, it’s time to tune up your rainwater harvesting system for the summer days ahead. Preventive maintenance is the most cost-effective way to keep your system running smoothly throughout the year and it also assures that … Continue reading