... gardens and wet basements. Here in Lincoln it is not uncommon to see basement walls pushed in by the pressure of saturated ground. The walls crack and a damp basement may result. Yet when its dry out, keeping the lawn or garden green means running water from the city water supply and higher utility bills. Its seems to me that one could address both of these problems with rain barrels.
Keeping a basement dry is really a matter of discipline and landscaping. Paying attention to your home and landscapes ability to shed water is key to avoiding problems. A rain barrel or rain garden is a great way to get your attention and keep you thinking about rain water and run off.
Using the rainwater in the landscape can keep plants greener longer in a xeriscaped yard or supplement the regular watering of flowers and vegtables.
The City of Lincoln is offering support for raingardens through grants
What a great way to get started!
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