A lot of energy is used in the home to heat water. In fact, about 18 percent of home energy use goes towards heating water, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. It is possible to reduce energy use and the associated costs, by switching to a home solar water heating system. Such a system does not depend on fossil fuels and takes energy from the sun to heat stored water. It, therefore, saves money, which is a major advantage of solar heating systems. Energy from the sun doesn’t cost anything, so no charge from electrical utilities is needed.
The advantages go beyond cost savings and the availability of power, which are also realized with solar electric systems. Here are a few unique perks of home solar water heating products that may convince you to upgrade your home.
- Less space: Solar thermal panels are usually less space-intensive than photovoltaic panels. Fewer are required to heat water than in an array used to produce sufficient power for a home.
- High efficiency: About 80 percent of the sun’s radiation is turned into the heat energy needed to obtain hot water at home.
- Cost savings: The cost of two or three panels is cheaper than larger domestic installations. You also save on fuel bills for supplying gas heating systems.
- Low maintenance: After installation, little maintenance is required, and a solar water heater can run for up to 20 years.
- Lower carbon footprint: A home can be eco-friendlier, plus tax incentives may be available for using renewable energy.
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