Using hot water efficiently is the best way to conserve it and by following the solar hot water manufacturer’s guidelines for maintaining your system will give you the best results

When feasible, 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 cautiously as there are various types available including gas and electric, the booster cuts in when there is not enough sunlight and during the night 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 consumed.

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.

Water heating accounts for up to 40 percent of energy used in the home, so a wise choice about whichsolar hot water system you buy can make a substantial difference to your energy bill.

The degree of hot water used by a household can vary widely and depends on the daily amount of bathing, clothes washing, cooking and dishwashing, the average family uses about 90 – 120 litres of hot water each day.

The purchase of a  solar hot water system entails quite a significant upfront cost as well as a commitment to buy 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.