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Tips for How To Install a Rain Barrel
Place your Rain Barrel on a Level Surface: Remember Safety,Safety, Safety should always be on you mind when you do any project,so, use only a flat and a very level surface for the position of your Rain barrel. Place your Rain Barrel on blocks, if possible. Full rain barrels can weigh in excess of 456 lbs(8.33x55). when full and you don't want the rain barrel to fall over when full.
Downspout Kit: After you have setup your rain water barrel, you will need to remove a part on of your gutter for the downspout kit connector in-order to direct the rain water into your rain barrel.
Excess Water: Be sure the over-flow connector or faucet is in your Rain barrel and positioned away from your building foundation.
Winter Storage: In areas where the water can freeze Empty or drain your rain water barrel, remove the faucet, connector hose, and any drain plugs before storing. When possible relocate your barrel to a protected area but if the rain water barrel must remain outside turn it upside down and secure it to prevent rain water accumulation which can freeze and possibly damage your rain barrel.