Recent Blogs
Posted on January 13, 2023
Enjoy two podcasts reflecting on BlueBarrel's first 10 years in business. Join hosts Izumi Tanaka of Home Green Homes and Neal Collins of The Regenerative Real Estate Podcast to learn about our journey, the values behind our business, and how our offerings have evolved to what you see today! Read More...
Posted on December 16, 2022
In many North American climate zones, it rains during the winter when we're not irrigating. So what can we do with those full rain barrels while we wait for the irrigation season to start up again? Plenty! Read on for ideas on how to use your rainwater in the winter. Read More...
Posted on November 7, 2022
At this time of year, your rain barrels are probably full! In areas with light intermittent freezes, there may be no need to weatherize at all. Water tanks, barrels, and even PVC plumbing lines will tolerate temperatures below freezing if the water doesn't have time to freeze solid. But in colder climates, we have a few expert recommendations for winterizing rain barrels. Read More...
Posted on October 11, 2022
Most of us dread getting on the roof to clean out the gutters, but a seasonal cleanout is recommended especially for rainwater harvesters. This article contains tips for how to safely clean your gutters without a ladder, and how to use a leaf eater to keep debris out of your rain barrels! Read More...