Insulating your geyser can push your bills down.
Stopping your geyser from driving up your electricity bill this winter
Many South Africans only think about their geyser when there’s no hot water. During winter, however, it can become one of the biggest drivers of household electricity consumption as colder incoming water and lower temperatures force it to work harder.
Yet many homeowners have little idea when their geyser is heating, how often it switches on, or how much electricity is being used simply to keep water hot.
The problem becomes more pronounced during winter. “Incoming municipal water is colder and roof-space temperatures are lower. More energy is required to heat the water to the desired temperature, and heat escapes more quickly from the tank once it has been heated,” said Lloyd Willemsen, founder of Thingwala.
