Quick Facts
Average Annual Savings
$350
Energy Needs Met
50% to 74%
of hot water
Net Investment
$500
Return on Investment
70%
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Hybrid hot water heater extracts heat from the air and uses it to heat our hot water. I love that it cost us very little, but saves us a lot and that it is a smart machine, so it can be set on vacation mode, for example, to save energy.
Quick Facts
Average Annual Savings
$350
Energy Needs Met
50% to 74%
of hot water
Net Investment
$500
Return on Investment
70%
Property
- Owner:
- John Solar
- Type:
- Single-Family Residence
- Address:
- Ashland, MA 01721
- Size:
- 2,885 sq ft
- Energy need met:
- 50% to 74% of hot water
Technology
- Type:
- High Efficiency Hot Water
- Installed:
- October 2012
- Size of System:
- 50 gallons
- Purposes:
- To heat hot water
Financial Details
- Gross Cost of System:
- $1,500
- Value of Rebates:
- $1,000
- Net Cost of System:
- $500
- Annual Savings:
- $350
- Own or Lease:
- Cash Purchase
- Additional Financial Notes:
- With the rebate, this installation was a real no-brainer. Since I have a sump pump in my basement, it was easy to connect the drain. If you do not have easy access to a drain, you may have to pay some more for a pump. Also, the machine is a bit noisy (fan noise), so if it is not located in the basement you may want to consider this fact. I used Lowes for the install as local providers quoted 2x the fixed amount offered by Lowes. They did a great job, very professional!
Professionals & Suppliers
- Products:
- GE
- Installers:
- Lowes
What You Need to Know
Description:
GE Hybrid Hot Water Heater. http://www.lowes.com/pd_386797-83-GEH50DEEDSR_0__
Other Benefits:
Dehumidifies the basement as well, saving me from having to buy a $200 dehumidifier.
Maintenance Requirements:
None
Efficiency or Sustainability Improvements:
Air sealing in basement and attic and foam insolation around attic access door. CFLs throughout house.
My Motivation:
Cash money and to lower my impact.
Advice:
EnergySage is the place, ask them and you will get the answer you need!
Experience with Installer:
Great
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