Hot Water System Solar Power Energy Generation Guide
Hot Water System With Energy And Water Efficient Tips
By James J Dixon
If you have an inefficient hot water system, then it
may be contributing to your increasing utility bills.
Finding ways to make your hot water system much more
water and energy efficient, includes reducing the amount
of water you use in your home for everything from washing
clothes, washing dishes and time spent in the shower.
Solar Hot Water Service
You can review your options to reduce your power bills.
One option is to use a solar hot water service, where
the water is heated with solar power and if you are
generating your own solar power with solar panels on
your roof, then you are using free electricity to heat
your water.
Another option is to fix all leaks in your home fixtures,
including pipes, faucets, taps and anywhere else in
your water system. You also need to reduce the amount
of water you are using, by installing low flow fixtures
including shower heads and taps.
Low Flow Shower Heads
If you have more than one shower in your home, then
change them all to low-flow heads. When shopping for
a new shower head, choose one with a flow rate of less
than 2.5 gallons per minute(gpm). There are two types
of shower heads you can choose, the laminar-flow shower
head and aerating shower head.
They cost between 10 to 25 dollars. You should expect
a water saving from 25 to 60 percent, depending on your
choice of showerhead and how much water you use.
Reduce Your Bills With Low Flow Fixtures
Reducing your hot water consumption and therefore your
utility bill can be achieved by installing many low-flow
fixtures in your home. Many people are unaware that
these small devices can be so instrumental in cutting
their bills. You may be surprised with the results.
Now, here is another tip to reduce you water usage.
When you are looking to buy new appliances, always look
for energy efficient appliances including energy efficient
washers and dishwashers.
Look For The Energy Efficiency Label On Home Appliances
When purchasing home appliances, look for ways to reduce
your energy bill, by reading the Energy Guide label
on an appliance, before you make your final purchasing
decision.
When looking to purchase a dishwasher, you should look
for two types - the compact capacity and standard capacity.
Compact machines are more energy efficient because they
use less water, but they hold a reduced number of dishes.
Look For A Booster Heater
Before making a final purchasing decision for a dishwasher,
look for one that comes with a booster heater built
into the appliance. It may cost you a little extra money,
but it will help to increase energy efficiency, and
therefore help reduce your power costs.
Another way to minimize your water heating costs is
to lower the temperature on your water heater, increasing
the efficiency of your hot water system.
About the Author:
James J Dixon has written a number of articles on Home Improvement, Energy
Efficient Appliances, Recycling And Renewable Resources including
Environmental Jobs,
Hot Water System,
Lo-Flo Faucets And Shower Heads,
Waste Water,
Wall Insulation,
Disposal Of Plastics.
Look out for new articles as they become available on this site.
Little Known Recycling Facts.....
How do I recycle my garbage?
The first step you need to take
is to contact your local waste management facility
and find out what types of recyclables they take
each week. The next step is to secure the
appropriate bins that will house each of the
different types of recycling materials.
Some bins are for inside your home and some are for
outside. Once you have the correct storage containers
it is time to sort your trash. Plastics, papers, glass,
aluminum and yard trimmings will each go into separate
bins and will be placed out on your curb for pick-up
on the appropriate day.
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