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So why not invest in a geyser blanket?
What is a geyser blanket?
The geyser blanket is a cloth that is used to snuggle the geyser and to reduce its negative impact on your electricity bill.
The water temperature of a geyser decreases by 1ºC every hour. Therefore, energy is used up to preserve the warmth of the geyser.
The blanket has a steel casing that insulates the geyser against excess loss of heat. This enables the geyser to keep water hot for a longer period of time.
This results in the saving of energy and, ultimately, few hundreds of rand!
The geyser blanket is believed to save up to 10%-20% of hot water electricity per month.
How to install a geyser blanket
Step 1
Cut out parts of the blanket for pipes and brackets
Step 2
Wrap the blanket around the geyser
Step 3
Join blanket edges and cuts with sealing tape. Ensure the entire exterior of the geyser is covered
Step 4
Fit the covers of the side onto the geyser
Step 5
Wrap the outlet pipe with an insulation strip
The installation process of the geyser blanket is vital in ensuring that it reaches its optimal saving potential. The installation is once-off for the geyser’s entire lifetime.
How much does a geyser blanket cost?
The cost of geyser blankets varies between R100 – R500.
Final tips
Insulating the hot water pipes in addition to the geyser will also save more energy and money.
Stockists
Mica hardware stores
Timbercity
www.thepowerstore.co.za
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