Buy for value and ROI, not on price

As a cautionary note as you embark on your journey towards greater grid independence, is the concept of value versus price, and why quality workmanship and standards are more important than ever when you’re working with electricity and boiling water in a pressurised tank.

It’s really important to use a reputable supplier with a national network, proven workmanship, quality products, skilled installation professionals and a full service and maintenance offering to keep your system working at optimal level. Beware of cheap systems and questionable installation methods – they will leave you disappointed with inferior savings results and more often than not, cold water and no back-up.  Service and quality really does matter. Most of all, you want to be sure that your supplier complies with safety regulations, that your installation is 100% safe, sound and optimised for your needs, and that your supplier will be around for years to come to fulfil on warranties and servicing requirements of your unit.

We have been called upon to assist clients who have had dodgy installations done by dodgier operators and been unable to get the original supplier to fix their poor workmanship.  It inevitably costs them more money to fix their dud than if they had gone for a better quality solution in the first place.

Our go-to-market approach is one based on value and perfect installations.  Every time.

Why partner with One Energy?

There are numerous important reasons to put One Energy on your list for serious consideration:

• It all begins with our solid work ethic and down to earth integrity. Before making a commitment it’s important to know you are dealing with people you can trust.
• Our ethos of perfect installations backed by quality work, service and products means that every one of our clients is a contactable reference.
• It may sound a little arrogant, but we know that our product and technical knowledge is world-class. In fact, our technical director is consulted by the industry ombud to consult on problematic installations by suppliers where consumers are unable to get their issues resolved. We believe it’s essential to establish that you are dealing with people who have the required knowledge, expertise and integrity.
• We don’t skimp on materials. We use only the best quality fixtures and fittings to ensure a first class job every time.
• Our workmanship is guaranteed. Our products are quality approved and come with extended five wear warranties. In the unlikely event of a problem, resulting directly from our workmanship or product failure, we fix it without a quibble or cost to the customer.
• Because One Energy franchises are owner-operated, we have a vested interested in the quality of each and every installation.
• Not all companies offer a range of products. This inevitably results in their pushing the product they stock which may not be right for the customer. At One Energy we never sell a product simply because we want the sale. We always provide the best possible product to suit your needs and we always conduct a thorough needs analysis.
• We pride ourselves on our 100% quality guarantee that will see you saving money and the environment from the moment it is up and running, with an expected life span on many products in excess of 20 years.
• We believe in investing the time and effort into educating clients about the finer workings of renewable energy solutions and the benefits both in terms of savings, self-sufficiency and living a greener lifestyle.
• We are fierce proponents of quality and integrity in the industry, taking a firm stance in educating clients against fly-by-night operators and sub-standard equipment, which does untold damage to the industry and consumer confidence in renewable technologies.

If you are serious about getting off the grid and taking back control of your electricity costs and supply, contact One Energy at gogreen@oneenergy.co.za with your contact details and area – we’ll schedule an obligation-free consultation to provide you with a thorough overview of the steps you can take to get off the grid, step-by-step.

 

 

Heat pump or solar – what’s the difference?

There is no right or wrong answer and the decision depends on a number of important factors that a reputable supplier will take you through when conducting your needs analysis.  Unfortunately though, we often see clients who have called us in to help them after they have been fobbed off with a system that is not ideal for their needs, simply because their original supplier only offered one specific technology and their sales person did a great number on them.  The result is often insufficient hot water and a poor realization on electricity savings, and an unhappy client.

• Solar water heaters use the radiation from the sun to generate heat. The size of the solar panel will determine how much energy can be collected from the sun. In our experience a high efficiency, properly sized solar system will typically provide up to a 50% saving on the energy required for hot water. It’s important to note that even if a high efficiency, properly sized solar water heater gives a saving of 50% on your water heating bill, this will not result in a 50% saving on your total electrical bill – unless the geyser is the only electrical device in your house.

• Heat pumps work slightly differently. The heat pump uses a small amount of electricity to extract a lot of energy from the surrounding air. So a heat pump is also using the energy from the sun but only indirectly and it can work day and night. A heat pump will save around 2/3 on the electricity required to heat the water you use. A heat pump requires virtually no change to your lifestyle and routine as it is not limited by the availability of the sun for heating, however it can only work if there is an electricity supply.  Heat pumps can work 24/7.

How do I know if a solar system or heat pump is better for my needs?

The volume of hot water usage will determine whether a heat pump or solar will work better for you – remembering that solar is limited to sunlight hours, so if you drain your geyser at night, it will need to kick back to electricity to re-heat your water so that you don’t have a cold shower in the morning.

Both solar and heat pump technologies have vast energy efficiency and environmental benefits and are complementary technologies on saving energy. Your choice will depend on the capital you have available for the initial purchase, the projected savings and thus payback period you require, your motivation for updating your method of heating water, your usage as well as the site and technical aspects of the installation. Consulting with a reputable supplier that is able to offer you a range of products across both heat pumps and solar systems will help you to weigh up the alternatives and make the right choice.

With so many new products on the market with varying levels of quality, performance, technical expertise and installation experience, its often very difficult for a consumer to know what the right system is for their needs, and whether they are dealing with a reputable installer who will not only give them a thorough assessment of the right system for their needs, but also provide the after-sales service, support and product warranties that they need.  One Energy is a national franchise group of over 30 branches which is growing rapidly based on the quality of solutions, technical back-up, installation methodologies, full maintenance plans and very competitive finance options for clients who don’t have the capital upfront.

Get a service plan and extended five year warranty

One Energy’s Heatsure maintenance plan means you’re covered for your annual service inspection to ensure your extended 5-year warranty at no extra cost, you have access to a 24-hour response time in the event of any loss of efficiency of the system at no extra charge for any parts covered under the warranty, and you will have the benefit of a planned and controlled service plan to ensure maximum savings.

Get the service and quality you deserve

Call us today and find out how we can assist you to dramatically reduce your electricity costs, significantly reduce your impact on the environment and put your hard-earned money to good use on more important things!  For every month that you delay, you’re wasting thousands of Rands that you could be putting back in your pocket every month.

PS:  It’s really important to use a reputable supplier with a national network, proven workmanship, quality products, skilled installation professionals and a full service and maintenance offering to keep your system working at optimal level – and that you know is going to be around for years to come. Beware of cheap systems and questionable installation methods – they will leave you disappointed with inferior savings results and more often than not, cold water and no back-up.  Service and quality really does matter when it comes to having hot water 24/7. Most of all, you want to be sure that your supplier complies with industry regulations, that your installation is 100% safe, sound and optimised for your needs, and that your supplier will be around for years to come to fulfill on warranties and servicing requirements of your unit.

 

Sort your electricity bill for good before winter knocks it into the RED

Solar and heat pump specials to take the bite out of your winter electricity bill

Electricity, e-tolls, inflation, petrol, food, education – you cannot do anything about rising living costs, but you can do something about your electricity bill. A solar water heating solution is one of the best investments you can make, with at least a 25% return on investment every year, and a dramatically lower electricity bill every month.

With a properly sized solar water heating system or heat pump, you can slash 30%-40% off your monthly electricity costs.

Take advantage of our special offers on Apollo, Heatbox and Kwikot solar water heating solutions, and Enerflow heat pumps, and put your hard earned money to better use on other important household expenses.

Winter Warmer Specials

Apollo Integrated systems	Cash price incl Vat &installation	Monthly Finance option *(subject to individual credit vetting and rating)	Annual Estimated savings # #
Apollo 150L	R15 900.00	R499	R5800.00
Apollo 200L	R21 500.00	R551	R5800.00
Apollo 300L	R24 900.00	R733	R7100.00
Heatbox systems	Cash price incl Vat &installation	Monthly Finance option *(subject to individual credit vetting and rating)	Annual Estimated savings # #
Heatbox 150L – no element	R14 900.00	R473	R5350.00
Heatbox 150L – element	R15 900.00	R499	R5350.00
Kwikot Indirect Flatplate	Cash price incl Vat &installation	Monthly Finance option *(subject to individual credit vetting and rating)	Annual Estimated savings # #
150L	R22 500.00	R619	R5800.00
200L	R24 500.00	R681	R5800.00
300L	R32 900.00	R904	R7100.00
Kwikot Indirect Flatplate pumped (tank inside roof)	Cash price incl Vat &installation	Monthly Finance option *(subject to individual credit vetting and rating)	Annual Estimated savings # #
150L	R20 500.00	R670	R5800.00
200L	R22 900.00	R722	R5800.00
300L	R31 500.00	R940	R7100.00
Enerflow Heatpumps	Cash price incl Vat &installation	Monthly Finance option *(subject to individual credit vetting and rating)	Annual Estimated savings # #
3KW Inland 150L	R18 900.00	R577	R6000.00
5.6KW Inland 200L	R20 900.00	R629	R6000.00
3.8KW Coastal 150L	R20 500.00	R619	R6000.00
5.6KW Coastal 200L	R21 900.00	R655	R6000.00

 ** Offers valid until 30 June 2017 only, or while stocks last.  

        

Consider a Monthly Loan Option

If you don’t have the cash up front, we offer very competitive finance options where the monthly repayments are almost always less than the monthly savings you will make. Talk to us about the monthly payment options we have available.  It simply makes no financial sense to keep paying what you are for electricity!

Terms and conditions:

All pricing is subject to a site (premises) inspection where applicable.

• # # All the savings calculations are estimates and have been calculated on an account of R 1500 with a 11% annual increase on combined Eskom and municipal electricity tariffs of R1,79/kWh.
• All our installations are done according to the South African National Standards regulation.
• All our solar thermal systems and heat pumps are SABS approved.
• All pricing includes installation cost for a standard installation (5m piping). If the installation falls outside the scope of a normal installation, extra costs may be applicable.
• Normal DB Timers have been included in the installation pricing. Where no space exists in the DB for a timer, extra may be charged) Timers can upgraded to controllers at an extra cost.
• All solar systems include an installation on a pitched roof. Extra may be charged for a Flat roof installation.
• PV systems are designed for DB board integration. Installation must be within 10m of the DB for standard pricing.
• No Plumbing or Electrical Certificates are included in the pricing. Certificates can be issued at an additional cost if required.
• Courier cost may apply on systems outside of Gauteng.
• Pricing includes travelling within a 50km radius of our Branches. Extra travelling may be charged outside the 50km radius.
• If the existing geyser does not comply with SANS regulations, extra may be charged to make the installation compliant to ensure that the warranties are honoured.

Contact One Energy

e-mail:                gogreen@oneenergy.co.za

Website:              www.oneenergy.co.za

Call us:                 0861 4328 464 (0861 HEATING).

We’ll schedule a consultation and recommend the right system for your specific needs.