By positioning the bucket directly beneath the downspout, you'll capture the maximum amount of water flowing off your roof. This is the simplest form of DIY rainwater collection, ideal for those ...

Learn how to set up a simple rainwater harvesting system in your garden and get children involved in a fun and hands-on ...

When an inch of rain falls, more than 1,000 gallons of water runs off the average US roof. Catch it and you could save some money while helping the planet.

Homeowners harvest rainwater for plenty of worthy reasons. While the idea has both environmental and horticultural benefits, a big rainwater system is not always economical. Here's how to build or ...

DIY enthusiasts and builders are having to put projects on hold due to major shortages of basic supplies such as cement, timber and roof tiles amid a boom in pandemic home improvements.