How to Collect Roof Runoff Like a Pro (and Save on Your Water Bill) Collecting roof runoff is a bit like coupon clipping—only for your water bill. By installing a rain barrel or cistern, you can capture water from your roof and store it for your lawn, garden, or even...
Why Native Plants Are the Unsung Heroes of Eco-Friendly Yards Native plants are like that dependable friend who shows up unannounced—with tacos. They thrive in your local climate, require minimal care, and quietly make everything around them better. When it comes to...
Rain Gardens: A Natural Solution for Runoff Rain gardens are shallow, planted basins that catch roof or driveway runoff and let it soak into the ground. They reduce runoff, filter pollutants and provide habitat for butterflies and songbirds. But designing one is a bit...
(Or How to Get Water to Mind Its Manners). This is a very broad overview of words around drainage (“rainage” should be a word) that you might come across OR simply need to know about. Sort of a stream of consciousness on stormwater. Start with Gutters...
