Solar Water Heater: Recommendations for Doing It Yourself

A solar water heater is a cost effective solution for reducing your homes energy bill.  Solar water heater systems can be designed for any climate and use the most inexpensive heating source available – sunlight!

The first consideration a “do-it-yourselfer” must make is what type of system they wish to install.  Active solar water heater systems use pumps and controls to keep water circulating and maintain efficiency.  Active solar water heaters are usually more expensive; however, the cost savings in added efficiency makes them more cost effective. Read the rest of this entry »