Politics & Government

Falls Township Offers Residents Money Saving Rain Barrels

A rain barrel is a great way to keep storm water out of the system and cut down on your water bill.

 

Rain barrels available for purchase at the Falls Township Municipal Building.

The township has 55-gallon rain barrels available for purchase for $57.

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The township said a rain barrel is a great way to keep stormwater out of the system and cut down on a resident's water bill.

Only ¼ inch of rainfall runoff from the average roof will completely fill a typical barrel providing an ample supply of free "soft water" containing no chlorine, lime or calcium.

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Rainwater is ideal for watering plantings, vegetable gardens and lawns as well as washing cars or windows.

In the event of a water shortage, drought or water supply contamination, a rain barrel provides residents with an emergency water supply, the township notes.

To collect rainwater using a rain barrel simply position the barrel below the water downspout of the roof. The barrels are neutral in color to easily blend in anywhere around the house.

Full installation instructions as well as an overflow hose, clamp and faucet are included with the rain barrel at a price of $57.

For additional information contact the Falls Township Finance Department at 215-949-9000.


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