I want to go solar… all electric or keep gas?
Im considering a few things and would appreciate any input. I would like to start installing solar panels over the next few years as well as a homemade VAWT windmill (not too big) and black tubing to heat up water before it gets to my water tank.
1 – Install a tankless water heater. Do I go gas or electric?
2 – Install electric clothes dryer instead of gas?
3 – electric stove instead of gas?
My thinking is to go all electric and get rid of my gas bill entirely and try to generate enough electricity on my own to power all the electric appliances.
Just not sure what direction to take! I dont use much electricity ($ 20/mo) and my gas bill is $ 10 in the summer and up to $ 40 in the winter from cooking and heating. Ahhhh. I forgot about heating. It doesnt get too cold where I am, but I would still need heating. I would think gas is still cheaper then electricity for heating.
Any tips or ideas out there? Thanks!
Answer by Jane
I, myself would go gas. I live in TX and when you have a hurricane you could be without electricity for days or weeks. It really depends on where you live also.