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Solar water heater

Installing a solar water heater could be very cost efficient and advantageous when heating your water. They are also better for the environment – other water heating systems emit harmful greenhouse gasses associated with electricity production.

Solar water heaters don’t have to be an unsightly addition to your home. They can now be made to fit the architecture of your home. With a solar water heater, not only will you be saving energy but will also be on the forefront of home design. Solar water heating technology is becoming very popular as over 1.5 million homes and businesses in the U.S. have invested in one.

The average homeowner uses about 100 gallons a day of heated water. So the cost of heating your water can be pretty pricey. A solar water heater can cut down your heating costs. For reference, the following list is a summary of how many gallons of water the average household uses per use:

Clothes washing- 32 Gallons per use
Showering- 20 Gallons per use
Bathing- 20 Gallons per use
Automatic Dishwashing- 12 Gallons per use
Preparing Food- 5 Gallons per use
Hand Dishwashing- 4 Gallons per use

As you can see, water heating can add up quickly. A solar water heater will greatly reduce the amount you are paying heating your water every month. An effective solar water heater can produce up to 70% of the hot water usage in your home. You can also have it hooked up to a conventional water heater to help supplement the hot water supply.

Since solar water heaters are environmentally friendly you may be entitled to a tax credit if you install one in your home. Check with your local environmental agencies to find out if you qualify.