To maximize the benefits of Solar Water Heating will require change:

1. Give the sun as much time as possible to heat water.
2. Minimise the use of electricity back-up to heat water.
3. Draw off the bulk hot water at once daily, evening is usually best.
4. Realise that there may not always be hot water if you want to optimize your savings.
5. Increase the capacity of system if change is not an option.