Rain barrels and cisterns · Texas
Pflugerville Water Collection Rebate for Rain Barrels and Cisterns
Run by City of Pflugerville Utilities
- What you get
- $0.50 per gallon of storage (not more than barrel purchase price) plus 50% of pad, overflow, first-flush and pump costs; $600 lifetime maximum
- Maximum
- $600 per household
- Who qualifies
- Pflugerville water customer with active account in good standing receiving direct city water service; WaterSmart portal user.
- Where
- Customers receiving direct city water service from Pflugerville Utilities.
- Status
- Open. (page current 2026-10-17; funding level not stated)
- Type of payment
- Rebate
What you do
Install a rain barrel or rainwater system, or collect AC condensate.
Requirements
- Self-made barrels and upgrades or replacements of existing components not eligible
- Prevent contamination and mosquito breeding; UV-resistant or lined tank; screened openings; overflow to a safe discharge point; flat level surface or pad
- Galvanized metal or wood tanks need an internal liner
- Non-potable use only; no connection to city supply
- May apply again for new systems until the $600 maximum is reached
How to apply
- 1Install the system
- 2Submit application in the WaterSmart customer portal (Services and Forms) or email Water Conservation with questions
Timing and deadlines
not published
not published
Combining it with other programs
Texas sales tax exemption applies to rainwater equipment
Sources
- https://www.pflugervilletx.gov/water-collection-rebate (official page)
- https://www.pflugervilletx.gov/rebate-programs
Last checked October 17, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.
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