Conserve hot water by using it efficiently and follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for maintenance of your solar hot water system.

When possible, do jobs requiring hot water early in the day, so the water leftover in the tank is reheated by the sun, reducing the need to use the booster.

Choose the type of booster diligently as there are different types available including gas and electric, the booster cuts in when there is not enough sunlight and during the evening if the water that has been heated by the sun has run out.

Another power saving tip worth mentioning is making sure the booster thermostat is set at 60 Degrees C, because the lower the thermosat setting the less energy that is used.

On hot water pipes that come from the solar hot water service make sure the installer has insulated at least the first two metres, this prevents excessive heat loss.

Now that electricty can be purchased from different suppliers reduce your energy bills by shopping around for the most competitive pricing, or save even more by installing solar electricity.

40% of all energy used in the home is used for heating water so choosing the right solar hot water system will make a huge reduction to your energy bills.

Hot water usage in a household can varywidelydepending on the daily numberof showers or baths, washing cloths, dishwashing and cooking. On average most families use between 90 and 120 litres so if you have a large family or long showers you’ll need to look at a larger capacity system, discuss this with your supplier and installer.

The purchase of a solar hot water system requires a significant upfront cost as well as a commitment to purchase electricity for the expected lifespan of the system, so it’s important to give some thought to the type of system that best suits your needs whether it’s for a new house or replacing an existing hot water system.

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