A little detail in design can lead to a big saving over time

Professionals in the building industry often have a long-term impact on the potential joy and benefit their clients can enjoy from their homes When designing or developing a home for a client, professionals in the building industry are often faced with the dilemma of how to balance between the many factors of design, cost and benefit.

Electricity is a major adverse contributor to the cost of running of home. And the price of electricity is sure to rise in the near future. Eskom is already struggling to meet the demand (a fact highlighted by the constant power failures experienced across South Africa). To fulfil its supply obligations Eskom would have to either raise its rates and/or build additional capacity. In both cases consumers will end up fitting the bill.

To protect their clients, the professionals could incorporate solar water heating in their plans.

Creatively incorporating solar in a home design for lasting benefits

At a marginally higher initial price than conventional water heaters this simple solution could cut the electricity cost of the client by almost 50%. This translates to hundreds and even thousands of Rands per month and to a potential saving of R100 000 over the bond period!!!

With creative design and long-term vision architects, developers and engineers could offer their clients enduring cost benefits and sustainable saving with no need to compromise on aesthetics or convenience.

The 200 panel (300m²) solar thermal plant is supplying the Ons Tuis Retirement Centre, Pretoria, with clean energy