Potable Collecting rainwater is cost effective for potable (drinkable) purposes for your home or business.
Non potable The majority of the water we need is used for non-drinking purposes. For inside the home, non-potable rainwater can be used from washing clothes and dishes to bathing and flushing toilets which all require a large volume of water. Rainwater is soft and can lessen the need for detergents when washing clothes and dishes. Rainwater can also be used for all your cleaning or washing of vehicles, sidewalks, the siding on your home, windows or use to bath your animals and pets.
For outdoor applications, rainwater is excellent to provide water to livestock, wildlife and pets. Rainwater harvesting also improves the quality of plants and gardens, as harvested water can flush the salt buildup from plants and soil. Harvested rainwater is generally free from various pollutants and man-made contaminants and is free from chlorination.
In summary, using rainwater is clean and healthy for plants, trees and gardens that can save costs on property maintenance, irrigation and landscaping.