Find the right path for your project
Developers & Builders
You need systems that support permitting, drainage requirements, project timelines, and long-term performance. We collaborate early to help teams design compliant, reliable rainwater and stormwater solutions.
Commercial Property Owners
From campuses and hospitality properties to industrial and mixed-use facilities, we help owners evaluate existing systems, improve site water performance, address drainage issues, and plan upgrades with confidence.
Industry Partners
We support architects, engineers, manufacturers, and water infrastructure teams with consulting, inspections, design expertise, and technical collaboration on rainwater and reuse systems.
Homeowners
We support homeowners with inspections, design, and rainwater collection systems—especially for rural properties, water storage needs, and low-yield well situations.
Services for water reuse, stormwater, and system performance
Residential Systems
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Custom guidance for potable and non-potable residential rainwater systems, especially where water reliability is a concern.
Commercial Projects
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Technical guidance for large-scale systems involving water storage, reuse, stormwater integration, and cross-disciplinary coordination.
Consulting & Design
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Site evaluation, code-aware planning, feasibility guidance, and rainwater system design support for new and existing projects.
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Inspection Services
System assessments for existing rainwater systems, aging installations, property transactions, troubleshooting, and performance reviews.
Why Rainwater?
Rainwater is an underutilized resource that can reduce strain on municipal systems, improve water resilience, support stormwater management, and create more sustainable communities. Prepare for seasonal water stress with smart rainwater strategies that improve environmental performance and long-term resilience.
Reduce demand on municipal water supplies
Manage runoff closer to the source
Support emergency preparedness
Improve long-term drought resilience
CJ Huxford, Founder & Lead Consultant
NW Rain Solutions is led by CJ Huxford, a rainwater specialist with expertise in stormwater management, potable systems, and code-compliant design. His background in research, policy, and industry leadership helps clients move forward with clarity and confidence at every stage of a project.
Background
B.A. in Planning and Environmental Policy, with an emphasis in Risk Communication, from Western Washington University.
Research and publication experience focused on disaster impacts to infrastructure, especially electricity and water systems, in Washington State, San Diego, and Japan
Experience working with Whatcom County committees on Low Impact Development (LID) methods, including on-site rainwater harvesting and stormwater landscaping
Introducing
WaterFrog
WaterFrog is NW Rain Solutions’ patented emitter box designed for wet conveyance systems. It helps control stormwater during heavy rainfall and gives designers more flexibility in how and where water storage systems are placed. For sites with space constraints, drainage challenges, or specific code requirements, WaterFrog can become a valuable part of the overall solution.
What Our Clients Say
Trusted by property owners and developers across the Pacific Northwest for reliable rainwater and stormwater solutions.
"We consider Northwest Rain Solutions the leaders in rainwater catchment—innovative, cost-effective, and delivering safe, reliable drinking water."
Tony Freeland
"Under CJ’s guidance, we installed a system that provides clean, safe, potable water and could fully supply our home—life is much simpler now."
Sandy & Dan Austin
“The project was successful and left us with a beautiful space—we’d highly recommend their services.”
RW
"CJ and his team have exceptional knowledge in resolving stormwater issues and were a joy to work with."
Darwin Helmuth
"Responsive, professional, and efficient—the problem was fully resolved, and they went the extra mile to ensure it won’t return."
P.H.
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