About Us

Mission

Rain Barrels International aims to support our community in the preservation of water, one of its most precious natural resources, through water conservation education and practical solutions.

Vision

Rain Barrels International's vision is to increase household participation in water conservation through affordable and incremental lifestyle changes.

History

In 2006, Cindy Berglund's 12 year old son made her a rain barrel as a birthday gift. Naturally, she loved it. So did their friends and neighbors, who soon started asking him to make them one, too. He decided to sell his rain barrels out of a local garden center, just to make some extra pocket money. In the first week, the garden center sold 18 rain barrels! In order to meet the growing demand, he recruited the aid of his equally handy twin sister. The children took their opportunity to help the environment seriously and quickly realized they were providing a product of highest quality to an ever-growing market. Cindy ran the business since its inception and expanded the business to sell in retail stores, municipalities, and non-profit events around the United States and Canada. In 2023, Cindy Berglund retired to spend time with her grandchildren in Virginia and sold Rain Barrels International to Southern California native newlyweds Esther & Nicholas Montoya.

Today

Today, we use a dedicated crew in California to assemble our rain barrels by reusing food-grade plastic barrels, which would otherwise be thrown straight into the nearest landfill. We do not cut corners on any other materials either; our fittings are made of solid corrosion-resistant brass, increasing the durability of our product, and the screen riveted to the top of the barrel is tight enough to prevent mosquitos and other pests from finding a way in. We are proud of our product and refuse to compromise on quality.

Water Conversation

Rain Barrel International's history has proven that anyone can make a difference in addressing our nation’s water conservation and recycling concerns. Its history has made us more conscious about how our decisions impact the world we share, as well as inspiring us to steward our planet with care and responsibility. Now it’s your turn. Be inspired.

Thank you in advance for your business. We look forward to working with you.

Our Core Values
Integrity | Quality | Access | Education | Community