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Have You Considered Solar Water Heating?

There are several good reasons why solar is the smart choice. Financially, it's smart because it saves you money. Solar reduces our dependency on foreign oil, reduces pollution, is socially responsible and increases the value of your home.

How much solar energy can we harvest from the sun? For each second, the sun radiates 400 trillion, trillion watts of power. That's enough energy to power our civilization for 500,000 years. Every minute of sunshine to reach Earth can meet world demand several times over. One square yard of surface area equals 340 watts of solar energy a day. The beautiful part is, it's free! All we need to do is harvest it.

According to the Department of Energy EERE Consumers Guide, a carbon footprint is a measure of the human impact we have on the environment in terms of green house gasses produced. It's measured in units of carbon dioxide. A typical electric water heater produces 5.8 tons of carbon dioxide per year. Going solar reduces that carbon footprint significantly.

According to the "Appraisal Journal", the value of our home increases $20.00 for every $1.00 reduction in annual energy costs. That means, if you save $500.00 a year off your electric, gas or propane bill, the value of your home goes up $10,000.00!

If you have questions about any of our solar products, please contact our Solar Sales Representative Dennis Sams at dennis@heidlerplumbing.com, or by calling him at 410-610-1042.

Is The Mid-Atlantic Region Of The U.S.A. A Good Place For Solar Panels?

The answer is a resounding Yes! While Germany is one of the largest solar markets in the worls, they do not have solar conditions as good as we do here in the United States.

The maps below show the comparison. The darker colors represent more intense sun exposure. So, whether you are installing a solar water heater or a solar electric system, most of the U.S.A. is a great place.

Top 5 Reasons To Go Solar In The Mid-Atlantic Region

• Solar tax incentives rank #4 in the continental U.S.A.
• Solar panels will dramatically reduce your energy costs. Whether you install a solar water heater or solar electric panels, you will save tens of thousands of dollars.
• Sun exposure is terrific for solar.
• Solar will help you break ties with the utility company. This will give you more energy independence by securing your future energy costs.
• You will reduce a significant amount of CO2 emissions and leave a cleaner planet for future generations.

The Two Best Uses For Solar Energy

Heating Household Water With Solar Energy.

Using solar energy in the Mid-Atlantic region to heat household water is a good first step towards more energy independence. Here is how solar water heaters use solar energy to heat water.

Generate Electricity With Solar Energy.

The Mid-Atlantic is a great place for solar photovoltaic or solar PV panels. Here is how solar energy is converted to electricity. Click on the video below.

What Kind Of Solar Grant Programs Are Available? (Updated 2/22/11)

State of Maryland: Solar Hot Water:

• 20% of the installed cost up to $1,500.00 maximum grant

State of Maryland: Solar Photovoltaic:

• Up to 20 Kilowatts $500/Kilowatt (Up To a Maximum of $10,000.00)

For more information on State of Maryland Energy Grants, please see their website at: http://energy.maryland.gov/Residential/cleanenergygrants/index.html

Grant information is frequently changing, and there are Federal, State and Local grants available, let Heidler, Inc. help you navigate the paperwork to ensure you get the most value for your money!

What To Learn More?

The present incentives from Federal, State and Local governments plus reduced energy costs over the next 2-5 years will pay for a solar water heating system. Why not own it? It's a win-win situation. It cleans up the environment, saves on annual energy costs, increases the value of your home and decreases our dependency on foreign oil. Talk to us today about engineering a system that fits your family's needs.

If you have questions about any of our solar products, please contact our Solar Sales Representative Dennis Sams at dennis@heidlerplumbing.com, or by calling him at 410-610-1042.