Did you ever think about harvesting rainwater and reusing it to irrigate your vegatable yard or flower beds during dry summer months?

Looking at the available big water storage tanks or plastic cisterns that do not add beauty or value to your home or office setting, you probably stopped right there.

But think again - With the new RainXchange System, the traditional ways of rainwater harvesting are over.

RainXchange contains of a recirculating decorative water feature such as a pond or pondless waterfall with a sub-surface rainwater harvest storage system: It collects water that would be lost, stores it discretely, filters and circulates it through natural waterfalls and aquatic plants, and allows it to be used for irrigation. Storm overflow is into aquifer recharge and rain gardens, instead of storm sewer pipes. We can be self sufficient, free from water bills and use restrictions, and add biodiversity and beauty to our yards.

Not only does RainXchange offer a beautiful water feature that integrates easily into existing landscape, but

• Clean, Filtered Water Storage
  While you enjoy the benefits of a decorative water feature, the RainXchange System filters the stored water to prevent stagnation and growth of unhealthy bacteria.
  
  
• Underground Water Storage
  Locating 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.

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A beautiful water feature that also captures and reuses rainwater
is not only self supporting but can save you money, government intrusion and even help to save the earth. It will reduce your water bills including city storm sewer charges, alleviate demand on municipal systems and allow you to avoid strict watering schedules.

Rainwater is better for your garden than municipally treated water: It is extremely rich in nutrients, when using rainwater to irrigate you can reduce fertilizer use. No chemicals have been added to rainwater.

The Rainwater Harvesting idea is not new.
The concept is thousands of years old. It is time to get back to what works. Water is a precious commodity. Our ecosystem is being abused. We have developed land and lost much of natures
filtering and natural flood protection that God built into the environment. Water runs fast through neighborhoods, down streets and yards and pipes to the stream, to the river, to the sea. Floods are getting worse, and hitting closer to home. We have cut down our protection. But, we can slow the flooding and use the water smartly.

By capturing rain water that would otherwise run off or overflow the storm sewers, we can help our environment and reduce our water consumption and our water bills. This water can help alleviate drought stress and be used for irrigation purposes. Many areas have been hit hard by drought, water restrictions and stiff penalties.

Contact us today
to learn more about RainXchange or to schedule your appointment with Kevin Soergel, BSLA and Certified Aquascape Contractor. Kevin Soergel designs and builds premiere landscapes including water features, patios, outdoor living rooms, fireplaces and kitchens, flower gardens, landscape lighting, etc.

More information

- Rainwater Harvesting, Creating Paradise, and saving the world,
  one backyard at a time!
  Soergel's brochure, 2008

- Aquascape, Inc. And Certified Aquascape Contractors Build
  Rain Water Harvest System
  Press release, Apr 15, 2008