Is solar water heating a good investment?

With the rising cost of electricity and growing concern about the environment. Many people therefore opt to get a solar heating system, but is it a good investment? In this blog we will explain on if an solar heating system is worth to the investment.

What is a solar water heating system?

Solar water heating helps heat the water by using the energy from the sun, the system does this by collecting the radiance of the sun on the collector. Inside the collector, the heat energy that came from the solar will be transferred to the water flowing through it. The heated water will then be stored into a tank that prevents heat loss. The Circulation of water from the tank through the collectors and back to the tank continues automatically due to the thermo siphon system.

Advantages of a solar water heater

Reduce costs: Installing a solar water heating system will help you save on electricity bills. Whether you heat your water with electricity or gas, solar hot water can provide some amount of free water each day, the money you save from the solar system will add up over time. So you will pay less for hot water!

Little to no maintenance: after you installed a solar water heating system, you don’t need to worry too much on maintenance. Although it is recommended that you add an anti-call filter. but in general, active maintenance requirements are minimal.

Environmentally friendly heating option: Any time you use fossil fuels like natural gas to heat up your water, greenhouse gases get released into the atmosphere. Even technologies powered by electricity cause pollution. With a solar hot water system, you can be 100 percent sure you’re using a zero-emissions renewable resource for your water heating needs.

Disadvantages of solar water heater

Performance is dependent on climate: One of the most important factors to consider when determining the feasibility of a solar hot water system for your property is your local climate. You don’t need sun every day of the year for solar hot water to make sense. However, you’ll save more on your water heating bills if you live in a sunny area because you won’t have to use the backup heating source as frequently.

Solar hot water is only for water: As the name suggests, a solar hot water system only provides heated water and can’t power your electric appliances. To use solar energy to power the rest of your

home, you’ll need a Photovoltaic solar energy system, which produces usable electricity for your property. We can discuss this option with you.

Conclusion

Solar water heating is a smart and rewarding investment, particularly for those who live in sunny regions and are looking to reduce energy consumption.