Many homeowners are looking for
cost-effective and energy-efficient source of energy for their home and
business. Different solar energy systems such as solar panels and solar heat
systems are becoming popular because of their high efficiency. Many people
consider that installing solar power system for their home requires very high
price. Solar heat systems differ from solar photovoltaic systems. Solar
photovoltaic panels produce electricity for your home where solar heat system
is for water heating. For water heating,
solar heat system is less expensive and affordable way for an average homeowner.
Solar heat system proves to be an
affordable and effective way of going solar, rejecting the high price tag of
solar power system. In the case of traditional gas or electric water heaters,
you pay thousands of dollars for their equipment, installation, and yearly
maintenance. Solar water heaters, on the other hand, do not require such
additional charges; instead they save energy every year recovering the
installation costs. Energy saving opportunity every year gives you a sound
reason to pay more initially for the installation of solar heating equipment in
comparison with electric or gas water heaters. You can also qualify for federal
tax credits and other local incentives in case of purchasing certain certified
solar heat systems. The rebate or tax credit can reduce the costs for your
solar heating equipment up to 30%.
A solar heat system is much advanced and
energy efficient as compared to the traditional gas or electric water heater. It
uses approximately 80 percent less energy than other typical water heating
systems. This considerable reduction in energy consumption can save $500 per
year for an average home. It is believed that after adding all incentives, tax
credits, and yearly savings, solar heat system can pay back its initial
installation costs within 5 to 7 years.
If you want to go solar, don’t make cost
an excuse because long-term benefits of solar heat system compensate the
initial installation costs for you within a few years. Smith Sustainable Design
helps you explore different solar water heating options for your home. We guide
our customers to find best solar heating system according to their needs and
budget.