01Turn roof runoff into a thriving part of your landscape. Plants, carefully prepared soil, and a shallow basin work together to let water soak into the ground.
Good things
grow from
rainy days.
Beautiful rain gardens.
Thoughtfully placed cisterns.
A better way to welcome the rain home.
Most eligible projects are fully funded by RainWise.RainWise pays us directly—no waiting for reimbursement.
RainWise installations since 2012 • Seattle, WA
LOCAL KNOW-HOW. LASTING IMPACT.900+ installationsServing Seattle since 2012Licensed, bonded & insured
01 / MAKE ROOM FOR RAIN
Better for your yard.
Better for our waterways.
When rain falls on your roof, give it somewhere useful to go. We design and install systems that fit your home, your landscape, and the way you use your space.
SEATTLE’S RAINWISE PROGRAMSee where RainWise
See where RainWise
is available.
Blue areas show active RainWise basins. Check your address to confirm eligibility.
Map provided by Seattle Public Utilities and King County.02 / WHAT IS RAINWISE?
Funding for
rain gardens
and cisterns.
RainWise is a rebate program partnership between Seattle Public Utilities and King County Wastewater Treatment Division. It provides funding for rain gardens and cisterns that manage roof runoff and reduce overflows into local waterways.
Most Monsoon projects receive 100% RainWise funding for the approved work. With direct payment, RainWise pays us for the covered amount, so you don’t have to pay it upfront and wait for reimbursement. We’ll explain any costs outside the approved scope before work begins.
- Confirm your home is eligible for RainWise.
- Schedule a free site visit with Monsoon.
- Choose a rain garden, cistern, or both.
- We handle approved installation and funding paperwork.
03 / AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Made for Seattle.
Built for real life.
Different homes, different yards, the same idea: make the most of the rain. Take a look at a few Monsoon installations.
Rainwater storage at a craftsman home
530 Gallon Slimline Cistern
A front yard built for rain
A garden that belongs here
Room for rain
A garden beneath the pergola
WORD AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Good gardens.
Kind words.
A few words from people who welcomed Monsoon into their yards. Short excerpts from their public reviews and recommendations.
FacebookRecommendation excerpt
“The garden turned out so beautiful and the rain water system is functioning perfectly.”
YelpReview excerpt
“They made getting cisterns easy and fast.”
YelpReview excerpt
“He does quality work, and is creative.”
FacebookRecommendation excerpt
“He prepared a clear and accurate estimate…”
04 / FROM FIRST HELLO TO FIRST RAIN
We’ll take it
from here.
You don’t need to have it all figured out. We’ll walk through the possibilities with you and handle the details along the way.
Let’s meet your yard
Tell us your address and what you have in mind. We’ll check eligibility and arrange a free consultation.
Find the right fit
We look at your roof, available space, and soil to develop a practical plan and a clear proposal.
Make it happen
We handle installation and RainWise paperwork, then show you how to look after your new system.
TIM GRIFFEN · OWNER & OPERATOR05 / MEET YOUR CONTRACTOR
Seattle roots.
Hands-on care.
Born and raised in Ballard, Tim grew up helping with his dad’s landscape contracting company. That early hands-on experience grew into a career building rain gardens and cisterns for Seattle homes.
As owner and operator of Monsoon Rain Gardens, Tim works on every project from the first site visit to the finished installation. You’ll work directly with him throughout the process, and he stays hands-on with the details that make each project fit its property.
Tell us about your project06 / GOOD QUESTIONS
A few things
you might wonder.
Is my home eligible for RainWise?+
Eligibility is address-specific. Send us your property address and we’ll help you check whether your home is in an eligible RainWise area.
How much will my project cost?+
Most Monsoon projects are fully paid for by RainWise funding for the approved work. Project costs and funding depend on roof area, soil conditions, access, and installation type. Your proposal will show the full project cost, the amount RainWise pays us directly, and any amount you would pay before work begins.
Do I have to pay the full rebate amount up front?+
Monsoon uses the RainWise direct payment option for the funded portion of approved projects. We’ll explain how that works and identify any homeowner contribution before you move forward.
Can I use the water from my cistern?+
Cistern water can be used for garden irrigation. RainWise systems operate seasonally to manage runoff during the wetter months. We’ll show you how to operate your valves and use the system. This water is not treated for drinking.
What if I have a small yard—or a large roof?+
We can explore cisterns, rain gardens, or a combination based on the space available. We also welcome inquiries from churches, schools, businesses, and other properties with larger roofs.
LET’S MAKE SOMETHING GOOD GROW
What could
rain do for
your yard?
Send us your address. We’ll check your RainWise eligibility and follow up to arrange a free site visit.
info@monsoonraingardens.com 206–782–0418 SEATTLE, WASHINGTON