Monday morning a technician is coming to give me a quote on installing a solar hot water heater system. This is a solar panel, in our case on south facing roof, hooked into a new, primary, water heater. The existing hot water heater, fueled by natural gas, will remain, but will become secondary for those times when the solar panel isn't up to snuff. "Reduce or eliminate hot water heating energy costs with a solar water heating system. Solar hot water heaters save money, reduce carbon, and lower your dependence on imported energy. A solar hot water heater will also reduce your carbon footprint as much as planting more than 200 trees!
Solar hot water systems are a home improvement that will pay for itself, then pay you! Using the sun's energy instead of fossil fuels is like owning your own power plant—the more you use, the more you save. Our technicians have years of experience with solar water heater installations and repairs. We will gladly meet with you to discuss your hot water use, then discuss the best options that fit within your budget.
When it comes to saving money on energy bills and saving the environment, there is no better option than solar. If you are considering the clean, green alternative of solar as a home or business owner, turn to us, the local experts on solar thermal water heating solutions" (FAI Mechanical Contractors).
Let's just hope the system is affordable. More on this later and, HINT, the husband loves the idea. The gadget-loving engineer might be the most convincible audience member of all ... and then our very own house will be a "quiet" reminder of the economics of sustainable practice. After all, IF we can afford it, why not?
This is so exciting, Dom! I can't wait to hear how it goes. My parents have talked about installing one, and in sunny northern Nevada, what better place to do it!
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