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How much will I save by having insulation installed?
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Insulation in the ceiling can cut heat loss by up to 40%,
under floor insulation can cut loss by 15%. To work out your
costs and savings, try this ENERGY
CALCULATOR. |
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How does Novatherm insulation compare to fibreglass insulation? |
A.Novatherm
is made from hollow-core conjugate polyester fibre, which is
non-irritating, non-respirable and has no known health risks.
The polyester does not absorb moisture allowing it to retain
its loft and insulation properties.Novatherm comes in a roll,
not sheets, so it's quick and easy to install, and doesn’t
leave any gaps for heat to escape. Find out more about this
unique NZ owned and manufactured product at www.novatherm.co.nz |
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Is insulation hard to install?
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So long as your building has an accessible ceiling cavity,
or underfloor space, fitting is fairly quick for an experienced
installer. Generally, Energy Options can have a standard home's
ceiling and underfloor insulated within 3-4 hours. The ideal
time to insulate walls is when building new or renovating.
Energy Options will provide expert assistance with wall, ceiling
and under floor insulation. |
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What under floor system does Energy options recommend?
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A. Energy
Options installs thermal insulation and moisture systems approved
by Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority and HNZC.
For further advice on underfloor insulation systems and performance
rating CONTACT US. |
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How much will I save by having solar water heating installed? |
A. It depends
on your needs and use of hot water. Hot water makes up around
40% of total power costs in most homes. Many families use
as much as 200 litres of hot water per day – solar water
heating can reduce the heating cost by up to 75%. To work
out your costs and savings, try this ENERGY
CALCULATOR or CONTACT
US for assistance. |
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Panel or tube - which kind of solar collector is most effective?
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Both panel and tube collector systems work well, and are reliable
and robust. Both systems can heat similar volumes of hot water.
However, evacuated tube systems out-perform flat panels in
colder weather. At Energy Options we manage the installation
of both kinds of system. The key to a high-performance system
is good system design, quality install and realistic specifying.
Energy Options is an accredited designer/installer and will
ensure your system is installed for maximum performance. |
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What size solar collector is best?
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As a general rule, a collector of two square metres suits
a hot water cylinder of around 180 litres and a household
of 1–3 people; a collector of three square metres suits
a cylinder of around 270 litres and a family of 4-5. Large
families or commercial users will need a larger cylinder and
more than one collector. |
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How do Apricus solar collectors work?
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Apricus solar panels consist of a row of 20 or 30 (depending
on size) extremely strong glass tubes. The sun’s rays
pass through each tube to heat a copper heat pipe, which carries
the heat to the top of the panel, where it is transferred
into your water heating system. This is a highly efficient
system providing maximum solar gain. A working model can be
viewed at the Energy Options showroom. |
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Will my home be suitable for solar?
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Most existing homes and new designs can be fitted with solar.
Energy Options' solar team will design your system to achieve
the best performance for your site. |
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Is solar water heating a hassle?
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Not if it’s done right. There should be no extra maintenance
tasks and systems are long-lasting. Modern control panels
make it easy to boost your water temperature with electricity,
if needed, at the flick of a switch. Panel and tube collectors
both look good – they will be barely noticeable on your
roof. Find out more at www.apricus-solar.com
or CONTACT US for
a no obligation quote. |
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How quickly can Energy Options get started?
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Usually within 4-8 weeks of your first contacting us. We can
tell you on the spot whether you are likely to qualify for
any Government assisted finance. Approval of such finance
takes less than one week. |
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Why trust Energy Options?
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Energy Options is a community owned company committed to
providing energy-efficiency solutions. When we find a product
that meets your stringent quality, performance and supplier
back-up standards, then we want to share it with you.
Solar water heating: We are the only Solar Industries
Association accredited solar designers/installers in the
Eastern Bay of Plenty and have taken a lead role in setting
the New Zealand standards for design and installation.
Insulation: We have managed the installation
of insulation in thousands of buildings. We are approved
by the manufacturers to install Novatherm insulation and
are preferred installers for both the Energy Efficiency
& Conservation Authority and Housing New Zealand Corporation
insulation retrofit programmes.
We assure full backup
and service. Our people have expertise and experience in
delivering energy-efficiency solutions. Our organization
has a commitment to helping New Zealanders adopt sustainable
energy practices.
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