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Are you considering installing a solar electric system in your home? Adding solar could be a great decision for you. It can lower your monthly electric bills, raise your home value and help lower your impact on the environment. However, installing solar does require...

Solar thermal water heaters typically require minimal maintenance. However, it is important to inspect your solar water heater at least once a year to make sure all components are in good condition and to keep the system working optimally. Some of the components that...

Replacing your water heater? Be sure to choose one that is the correct size for your needs. If your water heater is too small, you’ll be constantly running out of hot water. Too large, and you’ll end up paying to heat more hot water than you will ever use. To avoid...

What to get Dad for Father’s Day? This question seems to get tougher each year. A man has room for only so many ties in his closet, after all! Rather than getting Dad yet another tie, why not get him something that will show him you care and help him care for the...

After space heating and cooling, the biggest home-related expense for most households is water heating. The average American household spends up to $600 per year on hot water for bathing, laundry and other uses. Most families spend far more money than necessary on...

Did you know water heating is the second largest expense in your home? If you live in a typical household, you probably spend 14-18 percent of your utility bills on water heating. For most families, this adds up to $400-600 per year. That’s just the cost of operation....

Solar water heaters are not like standard water heaters. There are significant differences in the way they should be used and maintained. Here are some tips for getting the most out of your solar water heater: Make sure you are not wasting hot water. Hot water...

Purchasing a solar water heater is by far the smartest renewable energy investment most homeowners can buy. It’s the most efficient way to produce energy from the sun, but the benefits don’t stop there. Solar water heater owners often experience a greater abundance of...

We are often asked, “How much money will I save with a solar hot water heater?” According to the U.S. ENERGY STAR website, installing an ENERGY STAR-certified solar hot water system will save the typical family 50 percent or more annually on their water heating bill....