Rain Barrel Sale | City of Hamilton

The City of Hamilton’s 2023 Online Rain Barrel Event has begun.
Rain barrels can be ordered online until May 31, 2023.

Order Online

Visit https://rainbarrel.ca/CityofHamilton* before May 31 to order your rain barrel. The rain barrels offered as part of this sale are $85 each with taxes included and free delivery.

Deliveries will be completed throughout the sale. All deliveries will be completed no later than June 16, 2023.

2023 Rain Barrel Sale

Credit, debit, Interact e-transfer and PayPal accepted online. Rain barrels can only be ordered online and delivered within the City of Hamilton (Ancaster, Dundas, Flamborough, Glanbrook, Hamilton and Stoney Creek). There is no pick-up option available.

Rain Barrel Specifications:

Model: Sandstone Rain Barrel (pictured)
Cost: $85 per barrel (taxes included + free shipping)
Size: Approximately 23” wide by 38” tall
Weight: Approximately 24lbs (empty)
Capacity: 240 litres / 60 gallons

All barrels include:

Leaf and mosquito filter basket
Overflow adapter and hose that allows multiple barrels to be connected in series
Spigot

Additional accessories can be purchased.

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Rain Barrel Sale

Frequently Asked Questions

Rain Barrels are a good way for residents to capture water to be used in gardens and other outdoor uses that normally would go into the sewer. Rain Barrels also help with storm water management by removing the load on the sewer systems during a heavy rainfall.

The brand is called Sandstone Rain Barrel 240L / 60 Gallon. It is a 1 piece, brand new rain barrel.

No, the lid is part of the barrel’s construction. The leaf and mosquito filter basket can be removed.

The only colour available for this sale is sandstone, pictured above.

The Rain Barrel holds 240L / 60 Gallons and is approximately 38” in height with a 23” diameter.

Yes, they can by connecting the overflow hose to another barrel.

The overflow hose will direct any overflow away from your house. You can also buy multiple barrels and connect them together to capture more water during rain events.

The barrel should be completely emptied and stored in a garage if possible. If it is left outside make sure it is fully emptied, the tap is open and the top is covered to prevent water from entering or it can be turned up side down for the winter.

The home delivery option is available to all residents with an address within the amalgamated City of Hamilton.

Home delivery is the only option this year due to uncertainty around COVID-19. By having home delivery we could continue with the sale this year and still offer residents rain barrels at a discounted cost.

Deliveries are coordinated by rainbarrel.ca and there is no additional fee for delivery.

The email address is used to send a payment confirmation and may be used to contact you if there is an issue with your delivery.

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Date modified

May 23, 2023