| Ever seen those solar energy hot water collectors | | | | that glorious solar energy is as easy as they come. |
| shining on roofs? Ever wondered why anyone would | | | | Most likely just a weekend job. A great DIY project to |
| want solar energy for hot water? I'll tell you: because | | | | save you dollars in the long run. |
| they can reduce your energy bills by 50% to 80% a | | | | With a handy do-it-yourself kit, you could plug in your |
| year, or $500, give or take a few dollars. | | | | own solar hot water heating system by following easy |
| Say, what? A drop of more than half in heating | | | | steps. DIY guides spell out clearly just how to build the |
| charges? Yep, solar water hot water systems are the | | | | solar hot water system. All you need are some simple |
| solution for every home with high energy costs. And | | | | tools and ability to follow the directions. |
| that means freeing up your money for other luxuries. | | | | You should be able to read basic building plans and |
| Like new shoes, gadgets and gizmos. | | | | have some basic plumbing tools to use for a DIY solar |
| Solar energy is free. There's no risk of price hikes in | | | | hot water project. If you don't have them, they're |
| fuel charges. And as long as the shines tomorrow, | | | | available at your local DIY store. And they're cheap. In |
| there wll be no shortage of fuel either. | | | | fact, the whole project, tools included, shouldn't set you |
| Building your own solar hot water heater to harness all | | | | back more than $150. |