Sun’s out, power’s on

There are a few things in South Africa that makes the country truly unique: sunny skies on most days and load shedding.

One of the household resources that draws on a lot of energy is heating water. Switching to a home solar water heating system means you at least won’t have to have a cold shower in the middle of winter because of load reduction.

Because it’s so energy-intensive, a geyser is generally not connected to inverter systems and people tend to flip the geyser switch off if they’re running a generator. Energy from the sun is a great solution.

Solar water heater advantages

These are just a few perks of having a home solar water heating system.

• Enjoy a lower carbon footprint – no burning of fossil fuel means there is no gas, no smoke and better air quality, making you part of the fight against climate change
• Save on power costs in the long-term and increase the value of your home
• Ensure a consistent supply of hot water, regardless of what happens with the power grid.

Making the most of your solar water heater

Solar water heating systems are reliable and efficient, and best fitted by professional installers who can judge the best placement location and assess other factors that might impact efficiency.

When compared to hot water systems that make use of electricity or gas, solar hot water systems deliver results at much less of a running cost than any other system.

Here comes the sun

You might have reservations over the initial cost of getting a solar water heater fitted. When you consider the long-term benefits, and the ability to have a warm shower on a cold night when there is now power, give Hydroheat a call and we’ll discuss the best solutions for your home.