Rain Barrels
Collecting rainwater is an easy way to conserve water — and save money on your water bill. During the drier season, when water consumption often doubles, using collected rainwater also reduces the strain on the water supply and keeps more water available for fish and wildlife.
Century-Old Solution
Rainwater is also naturally “soft” and free of minerals and chemicals, making it ideal for plants and lawns. Using a rain barrel to collect rainwater also helps reduce stormwater runoff that might otherwise run down storm drains and into our streams, rivers, lakes and bays.
Stormwater runoff can cause flooding and erosion, and carry pollutants into our waterways.
Rain Barrel Workshops
Skagit PUD customers interested in building, setting up and maintaining a rain barrel can put their name on a notification list for future workshops. The rain barrels cost $50/ea. and participants receive one barrel at the workshop. Additional barrels can be ordered for future pickup.
All rain barrels come pre-drilled with parts on hand for assembly. No tools or skills needed.
The rain barrels are made from recycled, 55-gallon, food-grade plastic barrels. The barrels are not "perfect" condition and may have a scuff or blemish. Barrels vary in shape and color.
If you would like to be contacted about upcoming build-your-own rain barrel workshops, please take our Online Rain Barrel Survey.