solar water heating system
What are the most eco-friendly methods of heating water in a house?
Our water heater is looking very sad and yesterday our neighbors burst. I took it as a sign.
My husband wants to get a tankless water heating system.
I’m wondering which methods are most eco-friendly, energy saving, etc.
I don’t think we can afford solar panels.
I should have mentioned that I live in South Florida so if I can harness the sun’s energy in a way I can afford (upfront) then I’m in the perfect location to do it.
there are 2 types of solar panels, photovoltaic – that create electricity to use for any purpose (like heating water) and solar thermal – used for collecting heat which is typically used to heat your home, your hot water, or even your pool. The former are typically expensive, the latter can vary a lot in price depending on technology. I wouldn’t dismiss solar thermal collection before exploring it. It is likely more expensive, and certainly more complicated than a standard (and probably tankless) hot water heater too, but remember the difference is paying for the higher cost up front, then getting essentially free energy for years. The cost of energy will likely keep rising over time too, so saving 50% now might cost you a whole lot more over the lifespan of the product you buy.
Depending on your location, a geothermal heat pump system can be much more efficient for heating and cooling your whole house, as well as heating water. Its not worth it for just hot water, but if you are looking at larger solutions these systems get rave reviews. Cost is high, but again you are paying up front and saving in the long run.
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Do It Yourself Solar Panels for Swimming Pools, Spas & more
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22L/min (350GPH)) High Volume (80'C) DC12V Brushless Water/ oil Pump. Ideal for Solar & Heating System
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EASY HEAT INC Freeze Free Self Regulating Pipe Heating Cable UL Approved
Freeze Free, 100', Self Regulating Pipe Heating Cable, UL Approved, To Be Sold With Connection Kit #10802, True Value #701-128, Bulk Reel.... |
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Davies Craig Electric Booster Pump
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Intermatic WH21 Electric Water Heater Timer
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The Solar House: Passive Heating and Cooling
$14.70 Passive solar heating and passive cooling—approaches known as natural conditioning—provide comfort throughout the year by reducing, or eliminating, the need for fossil fuel. Yet while heat from sunlight and ventilation from breezes is free for the taking, few modern architects or builders really understand the principles involved. Now Dan Chiras, author of the popular book “The Natural Hous... |
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Solar Water Heating--Revised & Expanded Edition: A Comprehensive Guide to Solar Water and Space Heating Systems (Mother Earth News Wiser Living Series)
$15.00 Heating water with the sun is a practice almost as old as humankind itself. Solar Water Heating, now completely revised and expanded, is the definitive guide to this clean and cost-effective technology. Beginning with a review of the history of solar water and space heating systems from prehistory to the present, Solar Water Heating presents an introduction to modern solar energy systems, energy c... |
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Build an Extreme Green Hot Water Solar Collector
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Grundfos 59896155 1/25 Horsepower SuperBrute Recirculator Pump
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HeatTrak HCM24-3 24-Inch by 36-Inch Outdoor Snow and Ice Melting Electric Heated Door Mat
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Solar Water Heating (Paperback)
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Swim Time Solar Heating System
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Deluxe Above-ground Pool Solar Reel
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Deluxe 19 to 24-foot Above-ground Solar Reel
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In-ground Rectangular 12' x 24' 14-mil Clear Solar Blanket
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In-ground Rectangular 18' x 36' 14-mil Clear Solar Blanket
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Above-ground Round 24-foot Clear 12-mil Solar Blanket
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In-ground 14x28-foot Rectanglular 12-mil Solar Blanket
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Round Clear Above-ground Pool Solar Blanket
$63.99 This clear solar blanket allows more solar heat to quickly heat your pool. This solar pool cover is laced with air bubbles that act as an insulating layer. |
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Oval Clear Above-Ground Pool Solar Blanket (21' x 41')
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