Rainwater Harvesting Systems vs Rain Barrels - Chicagoland & Kane County Illinois (IL)

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Rain Barrels or Rainwater Harvesting Systems
Chicagoland & Kane County Illinois (IL)

Interested in a Rainwater Harvesting System?

If you live in the Chicagoland Area and would like a consultation about how Rainwater Harvesting with the patented Aquascape RainExchange™ system can benefit you, contact us today!

Why the RainXchange™ System is Revolutionary

Rainwater harvesting is becoming a viable alternative for supplying our Chicagoland households and businesses with water. With continued urban growth and storm water runoff contamination, it is imperative to make certain that clean and healthy water is available for generations to come. It is also necessary to keep up with the demand on our water supplies.

Rainwater harvesting is the collection of water runoff from a structure, typically a roof. It can also be harvested incorporating a Decorative landscape Fountain. The collection basin can vary anywhere from 50 gallons to over a million gallons, depending on your preference or need.

Diagram of the stages of rain water harvest.

The patented Aquascape RainExchange™ system captures, cleans, and recycles rainwater.

RainXchange™ Rainwater Harvest System
With the Aquascape RainXchange™ Harvesting System, home and business owners in the Kane County Illinois (IL) Area benefit in a multitude of ways while helping to capture nutrient-rich rainwater. Here are just some of the benefits:

Relieves the strain on the local municipal or underground aquifer supply
Free, relatively clean source of water
Better for landscape plants and gardens because it is not chlorinated
For every inch of rain that falls on a 1,000 square foot roof, you can expect to collect approximately 600 gallons of rainwater. A larger square foot roof and a heavy downpour can net over 2,000 gallons of water in a single rain event!

Clean, Filtered Water Collection & Storage - While you enjoy the benefits of a Landscape Fountain or Pondless Waterfall, the RainXchange™ Rainwater Harvesting System filters the stored water to prevent stagnation and growth of unhealthy bacteria.
The RainXchange™ Rainwater Harvesting System reveals only a beautiful water feature that integrates easily into existing landscape.
Collecting and storing the water underground maintains the integrity and beauty of your home and landscape.

Wildlife Habitat - Because the water stored in the RainXchange™ System is constantly moving and being aerated, it becomes a sanctuary for wildlife.
Water Feature Lifestyle - Enhanced landscaping improves property value and water features provide soothing sights and sounds that help you relax and de-stress in today’s busy world.
Environmental Conservation - Capturing rainwater to operate the water feature creates true self-sustainability, drastically reducing the need for chemically-treated traditional water sources.

How Can You Reuse Rainwater Using Aquascape's RainXchange™?

Landscape irrigation for your lawn and flowerbeds
Washing your car, patio or deck
Topping off water features, swimming pools, & hot tubs
Toilet and laundry water supply

Water Situations Across the Country
Water issues have become an increasing global threat. Some areas see extreme flooding, while some have drought conditions. Demand and increasing population makes the availability of water a large environmental concern.

Many areas in the United States experience low precipitation levels or near-drought conditions regularly. Currently, areas of California are experiencing extreme drought conditions.
Wells throughout the country are having to be drilled deeper to access the lower water levels. Some wells are going dry.
Metropolitan desert areas such as Las Vegas are seeing their freshwater supplies depleted. Desert communities have their water piped in.

After rains, water runoff carries a variety of pollutants from fertilizers and pesticides in the rural areas, to dust, dirt and oils in urban areas. Runoff invariably makes its way into streams, lakes and other bodies of water. Runoff not only pollutes but erodes the banks and causes problem downstream. Rainwater harvesting through roofs and water features allows for reuse of water that might not otherwise be reused, and in the end, when mixed with environmental factors becomes harmful.

In areas of water shortages, using rainwater is ecologically responsible when watering lawns and gardens. Rainwater can be used anywhere you use tap water. Besides lawns and gardens, ideal uses for rainwater include washing vehicles, washing pets, refilling fountains, ponds and swimming pools, and toilet and laundry facilities. When filtered properly, rainwater can be used for showering, cooking and drinking.

Water Usage Facts
* It is estimated that the average American uses anywhere from 50-60 gallons of water per day. Some estimates are as high as 100 gallons a day, with teens staying in the shower longer and a new baby causing more laundry
* The average family of four over a 30 day usage amounts to 6,000 gallons used
* Over 70% of water used at home is outdoors. If you are watering a yard, water usage indoors is a drop in the bucket
* Running a sprinkler can use between 3 to 6 gallons a minute. If you run a sprinkler for a few hours, you can use over 1,000 gallons of water

We Serve the Greater Chicagoland Surrounding Areas Including:

St. Charles, Elgin, Geneva, Gilberts, Hampshire, Huntley, Cary, Bartlett, Barrington, Algonquin, Carpentersville, Aurora, Chicago, Crystal Lake, Des Plaines, Joliet, Naperville, Oak Park, Palatine, Roselle, Schaumburg, Wheaton, West Dundee, and more...

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