Frequently Asked Questions

We get this all the time. People are nervous about sharing their information with us. Or to even search their property. First, your property information is public data, like how anyone can get on Zillow and search for a property and find out about it. Second, we do not sell your personal data. You can read more in our Privacy Policy at the bottom of our website. The TL;DR version: we do not, and it would be illegal for anyone to do that.

We DO share insights on metro areas with utility companies, such as what solutions people are most interested in and how engaged communities are. We share that with your local programs so they can better understand community needs and if they need to boost funding for certain demand.

Rainplan is not a contractor. We will not do any engineering work or installation on your project. We can’t give you the pricing on items; that’s up to your contractor. 

Excellent! If you already have a project in the works we recommend that you create a free account with us. You will also want to contact a Rainplanner as soon as possible to make sure that we can find an incentive program to apply for that will help cover the costs of your project. 

Also most projects have to be certified by the incentive program and that has to be acknowledged by your contractor. 

Rainplanners are here to guide you to the best possible project for your property type and based on available incentive programs. They will talk with you when you’re ready to start a project and send you an assessment to better help serve your project goals. Rainplan’s online assessment is the first step in studying your property’s water challenges and potential. Our stormwater expert will analyze your property and recommend the most suitable installation that will achieve the following:

1. Help solve any drainage or flooding problems
2. Utilizes the maximum amount of incentives available in your area
3. Adds the most value to your property

Sure!

Read stories about previous client projects to understand what the process was like for them.

Whoa. That cuts right to the heart. Let’s get real, we matter because we are the only online marketplace out there right now, making nature-based solutions and stormwater solutions accessible and easy to understand. We connect stakeholders and are democratizing stormwater solutions for everyone. 

The “Estimated Service Fee” is Rainplan’s fee for services provided. It only applies if you sign a service agreement with us and is separate from the installer (contractor) cost(s). That fee includes (but is not limited to) permitting, incentive filing and fulfillment, project scoping costs, and project assurance. Service fee varies based on installation type.

Depends on your project and how extensive the requirements are. People hate this answer, but it is the best response we have.

First, we recommend creating an account to see local and state incentives. After creating an account, if you still do not see any incentive programs, this means that currently the local incentive programs are either full or closed at the moment. When programs in your area reopen, we will notify you. Please note that many rural areas do not have incentive programs since runoff is more prevalent in urban areas; they tend to have more.

Select the incentive(s) that you wish to take advantage of, and we will get started on processing your application. 

Once you select your incentive Rainplan gets busy working on your application and verifying eligibility. Once completed we will schedule a consultation with one of our Rainplanners to walk you through your application for approval prior to submitting it to the incentive program administrator for approval.

Each program typically has an application process that lays out the specific process you need to follow in order to successfully obtain your incentive benefit. Typically you have to file an application so that the government can reserve the funds for you, and so that you are made of the specific requirements for that incentive program. Once you get confirmation that you project has been accepted and *approved (based on you completing the installation), you can start your project. Once your project is completed you must complete the application process by signing that you accept and understand the maintenance requirements, and schedule final inspection.

Rainplan helps ensure property owners receive their incentive benefits, by streamlining the documentation needed for the application process, helping ensure that your installation meets all of the program’s requirements, assist with the selection of a qualified professional installer, and scheduling your final inspection to pass!

Once you select your incentive Rainplan gets busy working on your application and verifying eligibility. Once completed we will schedule a consultation with one of our Rainplanners to walk you through your application for approval prior to submitting it to the incentive program administrator for approval.