High electricity bills and cold showers have become common for many South Africans due to Eskom’s increasing tariffs and frequent load-shedding.
A traditional solar geyser can help mitigate these issues, but has several drawbacks – such as expensive installation costs due to plumbing works, heat loss and even freezing during colder months, and, for many, an unsightly addition to a home’s good looks. Technological advances have now brought a third option to the table – the ability to convert your existing electric geyser to use solar power.
Electricity cost is calculated on an average cost of R2.50/kWh with an expected increase of 12.5% during 2024. Thereafter tariff increases calculated to be in line with inflation at 6.5%.