How to Make a DIY Rain Barrel from a Garbage Can in 5 Easy Steps

Did you know that each inch of rain that falls on 500 square feet of roof equates to about 300 gallons of water? Instead of letting rainwater run off into storm drains, you can collect and store the precious resource in a DIY rain barrel. Besides helping conserve your area's water supply, collected rainwater can be used in your garden to reduce your water bill. Forgo the purchase of an expensive rain barrel—you can construct a DIY rain barrel from an inexpensive outdoor garbage can in just a few hours.

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