DIY Ideas & Projects

With good southwestern exposure on one long side and a growing interest in extending our planting season—not to mention protect plants from all of the elements and critters that do a good job of killing or eating them here in northern Arizona—we decided to build a lean-to style shipping container greenhouse, and it's become a year-round space for a variety of edibles.

Rainwater harvesting is a great way to reduce utility bills and create a backup water supply or even a primary water supply for your home.

With a few strategies and the right tools, you can keep your rainwater collection system functional and flowing all year.

This guide will walk you through various water tank overflow setups and how to make each type work in your rainwater harvesting system.