Build Your Own Solar Heater

At a glance..

Using the sun to heat domestic hot water is the most practical and least expensive application of solar energy at this time. This book offers easy-to-understand suggestions about very simple hot water systems at first, and gradually go on to describe more complex ones.

The details..

Build Your Own Solar Water Heater is an informative guide to harnessing the power of the sun to heat domestic hot water. The authors provide a comprehensive overview of how solar heating works and why it's one of the most practical applications of renewable energy today. They offer simple explanations for complex concepts so anyone can understand them.

The book covers everything from designing your collector system to storing and protecting your energy. It includes step-by-step instructions for building different types of systems including free-circulation, forced-circulation, and swimming pool heaters. The authors also share their own experiences in experimenting with various designs so readers can learn from their mistakes.

What sets this book apart is its focus on DIY installation work which makes it very economical even if you buy prefabricated components or hire contractors for some parts. With clear illustrations throughout each chapter, readers will be able to follow along easily as they build their own solar water heater at home.

Overall Build Your Own Solar Water Heater offers valuable insights into how homeowners can reduce their carbon footprint while saving money by using renewable energy sources like sunlight instead of fossil fuels or electricity.