How To Make an Easy DIY Rain Barrel - 7 Step Guide!

If you have gutters on your house, then your flowerbeds, backyard garden, lawn, and potted plants would benefit from a rain barrel!

A rain barrel sits under one of the downspouts connected to your gutters and acts as a diverter into your barrel for rainwater harvesting. Rainwater runs into the barrel and is collected for use instead of the excess water pouring uselessly.

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Using the water from your rain barrel is a simple way to water all those flowers and plants in your yard, without running up your water bill. Best of all, rainwater barrels are also good for the planet because you are pumping less water in from other sources! In regions that frequently suffer from periods of drought, collecting and using the water from your rainwater barrel is especially crucial for helping conserve a precious resource. And, you can make your own rain barrel!

I’m not exaggerating when I tell you that a DIY rain barrel is a REALLY easy home project!

It probably took me a half-hour to make this one (and that includes the time it took to take the photos!). And if you already happen to have a barrel or trash can that you can use for this project, you’re halfway done already! :-)

Disclaimer: While there are no federal rules against collecting rainwater, and most states even encourage it, there are some areas that prohibit or regulate rainwater collection. Check with your local authorities and HOA.

The average person might use as much as 90 to 170 liters of water on their yard and garden just to keep