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      • Rainwater is free, so yes! Outdoor water accounts for around 7% of our total water use but on a warm Summers day this can rise to 50%. A water butt means you don’t have to rely on your main water supply, which could save you about 30,000 million liters of water every summer, enough to fill an entire reservoir.
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  2. Aug 5, 2024 · Water-saving: Water butts collect rainwater, which can be used for garden watering instead of relying on tap water. Environmentally friendly: By using rainwater, you reduce the demand for treated water, which conserves natural resources and reduces carbon footprint.

  3. Jul 18, 2024 · Utilizing a water butt has significantly cut my water bills. Rainwater, collected from my roof via guttering, is free and can fulfill many watering needs in my garden, from hydrating my lawn to topping up a pond. Saving Rainwater Reduces my Carbon Footprint.

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  4. May 16, 2024 · Water butts are a simple yet effective way to conserve water, reduce waste, and save money on your water bill. By collecting rainwater from your roof, you can provide your garden with a free and natural water source that is superior to tap water for your plants.

  5. Aug 26, 2024 · Key Points: A water butt collects rainwater from the roof and is installed outside. It helps save on water bills, reduces water waste, and decreases carbon footprint. Rainwater is diverted into the water butt from the guttering. It can be installed in any size garden with access to a downpipe.

  6. Saving water with a water butt. It makes sense to save rainwater with a water butt and provide your plants with lots of water whenever they need it, without having to run the water from the mains.

  7. Jul 29, 2024 · 1. Reduce Runoff. 2. Reduce Emissions. 3. Reduce Erosion and Flooding. 4. Support Groundwater. 5. Keep Plants Healthy. Frequently Asked Questions. By Mary Ellen Ellis. published 29 July 2024. in Features.

  8. Jul 15, 2022 · Sealing a water butt helps with the prevention of leaf debris building up inside and keeps any insects out too. Sealed rain barrels can heat up rather quickly though, especially in the hotter months, so you'll need to use the contained water regularly.