S Fraser

Awesome!
With all that hassle I may consider glass instead.

Thanks for the quick reply

Hi all,
Has anyone on here used clear polycarbonate roofing panels on their house? Had any issues with building codes or even runoff (rain barrel capture) problems?

Awesome! Thanks for your research and tips... Will put in an overflow diverted into a cistern and look further into PVC piping!

Thanks for the reply!
Yes, I live on Vancouver Island so blessed with lots of rain. There would be two of these systems on the house (and a composting toilet-so no water needs for that)

Hi fellow permies!
I've been drawing up some rough plans on how I will use rainwater for showers and bathroom + kitchen sink. Basically, the barrels are aligned horizontally on the gutter line on both the front and back of the house.
#1 barrel is for filtration
#2/3 barrels are for cold water
#4 barrel is for hot water (ran through a compost bin that is cycled every month or so)
The three functioning barrels will be ran into new plumbing. Does anyone have any advice on this kind of project?

Thanks a lot!

Hello everyone,
Just found this site and wow what a wealth of knowledge! I am currently constructing plans for my first "eco-friendly" homestead and in looking into his I can build a system sending my rain barrel water through a filter and back into the house for showers and dishes (not intended for drinking) - then back out for garden water! If anyone has any experience or ideas please let me know