The City of Joliet
***A portion of all sales will be donated to the Conservation Foundation. For more information visit: www.theconservationfoundation.org
2023 Rainbarrel Event Information
Only current Joliet Water customers are eligible for this program. Customers with past due accounts will not be eligible until the account is paid in full.
Each household is eligible for three (3) subsidized rainbarrels for the duration of the program. Additional barrels can be purchased at full price.
A total of 150 rainbarrels are available for the subsidy at a first come first serve basis.
All orders for home delivery will be shipped within 10-15 business days after order has been received.
If You Have Any Questions:
Ann Grooms
Phone Number: (815) 724-4230
Email: agrooms@joliet.gov
***To pay by check, using the mail in order from below. Mail in along with check or money order made payable to:
Upcycle Products
PO Box 315
Channahon, IL 60410
Products
***When choosing items - correct program location must be selected
Subsidized Rainbarrels
55 Gallon Rainbarrel (subsidized)
$29.50 – $64.50
Description
- Made from Pre-Used barrels of High Density Polyethylene Plastic they can be left outdoors even in the winter months so there is no need to modify your downspouts in the Spring and Fall.
- Heavy duty screening keeps even the smallest mosquitoes out, such as Adieus which are known to carry Zika Virus.
- Uniquely designed with plastic fittings that match the rate of expansion and contraction of barrel plastic from season to season to avoid leakage
- May be slight scratching or scuffs due to previous overseas transportation.
- Comes in 55 Gallon size and a variety of colors to blend with any landscaping scheme.
- Exact shape of the barrels may vary due to availability but the color and size remain true.
- Because these barrels were originally used to transport food, there may be residual food product odor. The residual odor will disspiate after a few full barrel filling cycles.
- We use a PH balanced, environmentally friendly soap when cleaning so that the water gathered can immediately be used on plants without harm
- BPA Free
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Wide-Overflow 55 Gallon Rainbarrel (subsidized)
$51.50 – $86.50
Description
- This rainbarrel includes a 1 ½” wide overflow upgrade installment.
- Made from Pre-Used barrels of High Density Polyethylene Plastic they can be left outdoors even in the winter months so there is no need to modify your downspouts in the Spring and Fall.
- Heavy duty screening keeps even the smallest mosquitoes out, such as Adieus which are known to carry Zika Virus.
- Uniquely designed with plastic fittings that match the rate of expansion and contraction of barrel plastic from season to season to avoid leakage
- May be slight scratching or scuffs due to previous overseas transportation.
- Comes in 55 Gallon size and a variety of colors to blend with any landscaping scheme.
- Exact shape of the barrels may vary due to availability but the color and size remain true.
- Because these barrels were originally used to transport food, there may be residual food product odor. The residual odor will dissipate after a few full barrel filling cycles.
- We use a PH balanced, environmentally friendly soap when cleaning so that the water gathered can immediately be used on plants without harm
- BPA Free
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Rainbarrels
55 Gallon Rainbarrel
$64.50 – $97.00
Description
- Made from Pre-Used barrels of High Density Polyethylene Plastic they can be left outdoors even in the winter months so there is no need to modify your downspouts in the Spring and Fall.
- Heavy duty screening keeps even the smallest mosquitoes out, such as Adieus which are known to carry Zika Virus.
- Uniquely designed with plastic fittings that match the rate of expansion and contraction of barrel plastic from season to season to avoid leakage
- May be slight scratching or scuffs due to previous overseas transportation.
- Comes in 55 Gallon size and a variety of colors to blend with any landscaping scheme.
- Exact shape of the barrels may vary due to availability but the color and size remain true.
- Because these barrels were originally used to transport food, there may be residual food product odor. The residual odor will disspiate after a few full barrel filling cycles.
- We use a PH balanced, environmentally friendly soap when cleaning so that the water gathered can immediately be used on plants without harm
- BPA Free
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Wide-Overflow 55 Gallon Rainbarrel
$86.50 – $119.00
Description
- This rainbarrel includes a 1 ½” wide overflow upgrade installment.
- Made from Pre-Used barrels of High Density Polyethylene Plastic they can be left outdoors even in the winter months so there is no need to modify your downspouts in the Spring and Fall.
- Heavy duty screening keeps even the smallest mosquitoes out, such as Adieus which are known to carry Zika Virus.
- Uniquely designed with plastic fittings that match the rate of expansion and contraction of barrel plastic from season to season to avoid leakage
- May be slight scratching or scuffs due to previous overseas transportation.
- Comes in 55 Gallon size and a variety of colors to blend with any landscaping scheme.
- Exact shape of the barrels may vary due to availability but the color and size remain true.
- Because these barrels were originally used to transport food, there may be residual food product odor. The residual odor will dissipate after a few full barrel filling cycles.
- We use a PH balanced, environmentally friendly soap when cleaning so that the water gathered can immediately be used on plants without harm
- BPA Free
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Composters
Tumbling Composter
$165.50 – $186.50
Description
- Eliminate back strain with this hip level composter.
- The Upcycle Composter is an upcycled food grade barrel. It is about 4 foot tall and only requires a 3 foot by 4 foot area
- Made from recycled components which include a pre-used 55 gallon black barrel and a frame that is made from plastic lumber that is from 70% post-consumer plastics.
- Best used to create aerated compost for garden and lawn use
- BPA Free.
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Stationary Composter
$75.50 – $96.50
Description
- Compost your kitchen and yard waste the environmentally safe way.
- The Upcycle Composter is an upcycled food grade barrel.
- It is designed for the homeowner who wants to learn the basics of composting with a minimal amount of cost.
- This composter can be used as a stand-alone compost bin or it can be used as a feeder bin for the Tumbling Composter.
- BPA Free
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Accessories
Barrel Pedestal
$31.50 – $50.00
Description
- Wooden pedestal riser lifts rainbarrel 12 inches off the ground.
- The Pedestal Riser works with gravity to provide more water pressure when using the rainbarrel and to raise the spigot a little higher to put a watering can underneath.
- Handmade with repurposed lumber in the USA
- Wood is repurposed Western Red Cedar or White Cedar fencing
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2×3 Flex Elbow
$18.50 – $27.00
Description
Fits 2 x 3 inch downspout and extends from 8 to 18 inches long.
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3×4 Flex Elbow
$23.50 – $32.00
Description
Fits 3 x 4 inch downspout and extends from 25 to 55 inches long.
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Linking Hose
$17.50 – $26.00
Description
- 1/2″ x 4′ linking hose for connecting multiple rainbarrels.
- Hose is made to link multiple Rain Barrels together using the lower threaded fitting.
- Simply remove the cap on the fitting on both barrels and connect with hose.
- Water is shared amongst the barrels while only one is connected to the downspout.
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Diverter
$37.50 – $46.50
Description
- Automatic Diverter – no need to go out in the rain to manually divert the water when the rain barrel is full.
- For a homeowner that has downspouts that are extended at the ground or downspouts that go directly into the ground.
- The automatic diverters are made from upcycled vinyl fence post covers and attach directly to our rain barrels via an attachment hose.
- One size fits all.
- Either a 2×3 inch or a 3×4 inch downspout .
- 24″Hose is provided.
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Plant Netting
$13.40 – $22.00
Description
- This netting is the perfect inexpensive solution for the gardener who wants a rain barrel but doesn’t want a rain barrel that draws attention.
- This is a black plastic netting that comes with clips to hold it around the barrel.
- Since our Rain Barrels are meant to stay outside all year, the perfect choice of plant coverage would be a perennial plant can be grown over the barrel and provide coverage all year long.
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Plant Hangers
$15.40 – $24.00
Description
- The plant hangers are made from stainless steel and aluminum strapping.
- These were used for securing shipping crates for overseas shipment. They are used because they are not affected or damaged by salt water.
- We pick these up in the Chicagoland area and Upcyle them into the plant hangers.
- They are made to accept a standard 4″ diameter or smaller pot.
- The plant hangers allow the homeowner to blend their rain barrel into the yard with a more aesthetically pleasing look.