Category Collection, Plumbing & Controls

Opaque UV-resistant HDPE suits most rain barrels because it is light, durable, and water-compatible. Compare metal and wood for corrosion, upkeep, and cost.

A long-handled barrel or tank brush reaches interior walls without entry. Pair it with rinsing, a suitable cleaner, wet vacuum or pump, and safe drainage.

Size a first-flush diverter by roof area and the runoff depth you want to discard, then account for local debris, rainfall, chamber space, reset, and maintenance.

Gutter-cleaning tools work when matched to wet leaves, dry debris, downspout clogs, height, and safe access. Compare scoops, blowers, vacuums, and water tools.

Inspect rainwater-harvesting gutters every one to three months and clean at least twice yearly, adjusting for trees, storms, roof debris, guards, and water quality.

LeafFilter adds micro-mesh protection to existing gutters; LeafGuard replaces them with a one-piece covered system. Compare debris, rainfall, roof, cost, and upkeep.

A tool for cleaning gutters from the ground may use telescoping vacuums, blowers, scoops, brushes, or water wands. Results depend on height, debris, and visibility.

Gutter vacuums remove loose leaves, grit, and small twigs, especially when dry. Hose reach, suction, blockages, weight, visibility, and cleanup affect results.

Top vacuum cleaners include upright, canister, and stick designs. Compare carpet and hard-floor performance, filtration, weight, reach, attachments, and upkeep.

A flexible hand-crank drain auger is effective for many clogged downspouts. Hoses, rods, wet/dry vacuums, and disassembly suit different blockage locations.