Residential Rainwater Storage
Custom rainwater systems designed and built for Lexington & Central Kentucky homes, by one local team.
Rainwater StorageThe Aquascape Rainwater Harvesting SystemThe Aquascape Rainwater Harvesting System is an innovative and efficient solution designed to collect, store, and reuse rainwater.See the details 
Rainwater StorageWhy Choose H2O Designs?Exclusive Certification: As Kentucky's only Certified Aquascape Contractor, we are professionally trained in the design and installation of…See the details 
One teamdesign to buildAn eco-friendly way to manage stormwater without Rain Barrels
At H2O Designs, we are proud to be Kentucky's only Certified Aquascape Contractor. Our professional training and two decades of experience designing and installing water features uniquely position us to bring sustainable rainwater harvesting solutions to your home.
Everything You Should Know About Rainwater Storage
The details we walk through with homeowners at every consultation, so you can make the right choice for your yard.
01The Aquascape Rainwater Harvesting System
The Aquascape Rainwater Harvesting System is an innovative and efficient solution designed to collect, store, and reuse rainwater. As a Certified Aquascape Contractor, we specialize in installing this system seamlessly into your outdoor space. Here’s how it works:
Capture: Rainwater is collected from your roof or other surfaces.
Filter: The system removes debris and contaminants to ensure water purity.
Store: Water is stored underground in durable, eco-friendly reservoirs.
Reuse: The stored water is easily accessible for irrigation, water features, or other uses.
02Why Choose H2O Designs?
Exclusive Certification: As Kentucky's only Certified Aquascape Contractor, we are professionally trained in the design and installation of Aquascape’s advanced systems.
20 Years of Experience: Our expertise in designing and installing custom water features ensures your rainwater harvesting system is both functional and visually stunning.
Local Expertise: Based in Nicholasville, KY, we understand the unique needs of Lexington and Central Kentucky homeowners, ensuring your system is tailored to your specific property and climate.
Planning Your Rainwater System: What We Look At
Here is what goes into planning a rainwater storage system.
How much rain
About 600 gallons run off every 1,000 square feet of roof for each inch of rain. We size the storage to your roof and your watering needs.
Where it goes
Storage basins go underground, so we pick a spot near downspouts with room to dig and easy access for maintenance.
How you will use it
Watering gardens and lawns, washing cars or feeding a water feature. Your plans decide the pump and the fittings.
Overflow
Heavy storms happen. We plan where extra water goes so it moves away from your home safely.
From first visit to finished rainwater system
- 1Consultation
We look at your roof, downspouts and yard to see how much rain you can capture.
- 2System design
We size the storage and plan where it goes, often under a decorative water feature.
- 3Expert install
Our certified crew installs the basins, pump and filtration.
- 4Use the water
Water gardens, lawns and landscapes with free rainwater for years.
Testimonials
What Our Clients Say
Jeff converted my old pond to a pondless waterfall. It is gorgeous and I love the sound. The H2O crew was efficient and neat. If you want to add a water feature to your yard give Jeff a call.
Wide selection, friendly staff, well priced! Very happy with our new koi fish and recent service in Richmond to our pond! Will definitely be back! Thanks H2O Designs!
In middle of project with Jeff and his team. Greta design work and able to see out vision. They are dedicated to working all day to get project finished on time. Attention to detail is remarkable. Job site is cleaned up daily. So impressed with everything..great experience!
Caring for Your Rainwater System in Central Kentucky
Rainwater systems are low maintenance, with a few seasonal checks.
- Gutters
- Keep gutters and downspout filters clear so clean water reaches the basins.
- Filter
- Rinse the intake filter a few times a year.
- Winter
- Shut down or protect above-ground parts before hard freezes.
- Pump
- Have the pump checked if pressure drops.
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Straight answers from our team about ponds, outdoor living and more.
Rainwater Harvesting Questions, Answered
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A rainwater harvesting system collects rain from your roof and directs it into storage—typically rain barrels or larger underground tanks—rather than letting it run into gutters and storm drains. The stored water can then be used for irrigation, watering plants, and other non-potable uses around your Lexington or Central Kentucky property.
Rain barrels and rainwater harvesting systems help you reduce municipal water use, lower utility bills, and provide a more sustainable water source for your landscape. They can also help manage stormwater by capturing runoff during heavy rains, which is especially valuable in areas with drainage or erosion concerns.
Even modest roofs can collect surprising amounts of water. As a rough guide, a 1,000-square-foot roof can capture about 600 gallons of water from just one inch of rainfall. H2O Designs can help you size your rain barrels or storage tanks based on your roof area, typical rainfall in Central Kentucky, and how you plan to use the stored water.
Harvested rainwater is typically used for non-potable purposes such as watering gardens, irrigating lawns, filling decorative water features, or washing outdoor surfaces and tools. It’s generally not treated for drinking, but it’s an excellent resource for supporting your landscape and outdoor projects.
Rain barrels and larger storage systems can be designed to blend into your landscape or even be hidden underground. H2O Designs can place barrels discreetly near downspouts, use decorative barrel styles, or design underground cisterns that tie into your irrigation or outdoor living features so the system is functional without dominating the look of your yard.
Most rain barrels and basic rainwater systems require only light maintenance, such as checking and cleaning inlet screens, ensuring downspout connections are secure, and occasionally flushing debris. H2O Designs can recommend the right setup and maintenance schedule so your system continues to perform well over time.
In most cases, collecting rainwater for non-potable use is allowed and even encouraged as a sustainable practice, but specific guidelines can vary. H2O Designs stays informed about local expectations and can design systems that align with best practices for Central Kentucky, focusing on landscape use rather than indoor potable applications.
You can get started by contacting H2O Designs to schedule a consultation at your Lexington or Central Kentucky property. Their team will review your roof and drainage layout, discuss your goals for using harvested water, and design a custom rain barrel or rainwater harvesting system that fits your space, budget, and sustainability goals.
Why Choose Rainwater Harvesting?
Rainwater harvesting is an eco-friendly way to manage stormwater, conserve water, and reduce utility costs. By capturing and reusing rainwater, homeowners can:
Reduce water bills by using harvested rainwater for irrigation and other non-potable purposes.
Protect the environment by decreasing runoff and soil erosion.
Enhance landscape health with chemical-free, naturally soft rainwater.
Increase property value with a sustainable and visually appealing system.
Sustainable Beauty for Your Home
At H2O Designs, we believe sustainability should never come at the expense of beauty. Our rainwater harvesting systems integrate seamlessly with stunning water features, such as waterfalls, fountains, or ponds, to create a breathtaking focal point in your landscape while promoting environmental stewardship.
Get Started Today
Are you ready to embrace a more sustainable future for your home? Contact H2O Designs today to learn how a rainwater harvesting system can transform your property. Let us show you why we are Central Kentucky’s trusted name in water feature and rainwater harvesting design.
RainXchange certified
Certified to design and install RainXchange rainwater harvesting systems.
Beautiful and useful
We can hide the storage under a fountain or pondless waterfall, so it looks great too.
Over 20 years of water
Decades of experience building ponds and water features across Central Kentucky.
Supplies on site
Parts, pumps and help are close by at our Nicholasville store.
Let's Plan Your Rainwater System Together
Sit down with our design team, at your home or at our store, to talk through ideas, materials and budget. No pressure, just a plan you can feel good about.
- We walk your space and listen first
- Material and layout ideas for your yard
- Clear next steps and financing options
Nicholasville, KYSee rainwater system ideas in person
Our store and design center has full-size outdoor living displays, plus the largest selection of pond and water garden supplies in Central Kentucky. Come touch the materials, get ideas and talk with our team.
Rainwater Storage Across Central Kentucky
From our home base in Nicholasville, we design and build rainwater systems for homeowners throughout Lexington and the surrounding Central Kentucky communities, including:
- Lexington
- Nicholasville
- Georgetown
- Versailles
- Richmond
- Danville
- Somerset
- Surrounding areas
Don't see your town? Give us a call at (859) 305-7049. If you're in Central Kentucky, there's a good chance we serve your area.