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SOLAR HOT WATER
Solar hot water systems are very important and offer a way of not only saving money, but also saving the environment. They are so popular and good, that there is now a $1,000 government rebate for those who switch over (at time of writing). Australia is considered by many naturist to be the home of the solar hot water system as many homes now have them and some of the best systems in the world have been designed, tested and developed in Australia.
Regardless of whether you choose Solahart, Hills Solar, Edwards, Quantum, Beasley, Rheem, Solartech or even Dux; you are guaranteed to lower your monthly electricity bill by a substantial amount. Furthermore, there are also many different designed systems that are currently available and each with its own pros and cons associated with it.
By tradition, the vast majority of solar hot water systems are referred to as a plate system. What this means is there is a series of collector plates or panels which will be attached to the roof of your home.
The water in your home flows through these collectors and in return are warmed by the radiant heat given of from the daily sun.
The development of this type of system has increased dramatically over the last 25 years, but still has a habit of being fairly heavy on your roof. |
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Most of the weight associated with this type of system does not come from the collectors, but rather the gallons of water that flows through them.
| Another solar hot water system that is starting to take shape is that of the heat pump which draws the temperature of the air and coverts it to the water. These are great especially during the winter months. While the plate type can tend to offer cold water in the winter months, the heat pump system has been known to work all the way down to -15 C. |
It does not matter if you are currently using an electric or even a gas water heating system, the overall monthly savings achieved through a solar hot water heating system is noticeable. This is mostly due to the only cost of the solar hot water system being that of the initial purchase price and the yearly maintenance. Regardless of these maintenance costs, it is not uncommon to make a return on your initial investment within only a couple years; less if you qualify for the $1,000 government rebate.
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All the while, not only are you saving a substantial amount on your monthly bills, but you are also working to help save the environment.
This comes in two parts, if you have an electric system currently; these systems get their power from a plant which in most cases is using some form of fossil fuels.
If using a gas system currently you are using fossil fuels directly and thus minimizing the impact caused on the environment. |
The best way to find the best price or cheapest solar hot water system is to research companies via their online websites to find exactly what suits you and then to compare prices.
Good luck in finding the best solar hot water system to suit your specific needs.
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