A rain barrel can be attached to a downspout to collect rainwater for later use. This both minimizes the amount of runoff travelling across your property as well as promotes water reuse. The water collected from a rain barrel could be used to water a garden or irrigate your lawn. Designs of rain barrels vary and can be chosen to fit your home’s style. You can even make a rain barrel out of a trash can! Another option on the market is something called a “rain pillow” which can be placed underneath a raised deck to absorb rainwater.