Rain Barrel Sale
The Hamilton County Conservation District is selling 50-gallon plastic rain barrels for $85 each. Barrels are made from recycled materials and come with a diverter kit. Includes almost everything you need to set up and start saving water for your spring and summer plants!
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All parts included:
Rain barrel Securable lid (reverses for use as a planter) FlexiFit diverter* Winterizing hole cover Fill hose Spigot, bottom drain and Cover Instructions and User guide *fits standard 2"X3" and 3"X4" downspouts |
Tools needed:
Pencil or Marker Drill Phillips screwdriver Safety glasses and Gloves Level Measuring tape |
What is a rain barrel?
A rain barrel is a container that connects to a downspout on your home and is used to collect and store rain water that runs off your roof. The collected rain can be used to water your landscaping, which can reduce your water bill. By redirecting your downspout, you can help prevent the storm sewer system from becoming overwhelmed by excess stormwater. This can reduce water pollution, flooding, erosion, and sewer overflows throughout your community.
As rain water flows over a roof surface it can pick up pollutants such as bacteria from birds and other animals as well as chemicals from roofing materials. This is important to consider when thinking about using rain barrel water on edible plants. Water collected in rain barrels should never be used for human consumption.
As rain water flows over a roof surface it can pick up pollutants such as bacteria from birds and other animals as well as chemicals from roofing materials. This is important to consider when thinking about using rain barrel water on edible plants. Water collected in rain barrels should never be used for human consumption.
Please note, once you order your barrel(s), you must wait four (4) business days to pick-up your barrels.
Barrels can be picked up in our office (2702 E Kemper Road, 45241) Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
For orders placed after September 1, 2025,
Barrels must be picked up within 60 days of ordering. Any barrel not picked up after 60 days will be donated.
No refunds will be given.
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