Discover the Best Appliance Options for Your Home with the Gen Less Home Energy Savings Calculator

In the next year, 20% of Kiwi homeowners will be looking for a new cooktop, a new car, or a more efficient way to heat their water and homes. As Tom Webster, architect and presenter of Grand Designs NZ, points out, making the right purchasing decisions now could save you money in the long run. But how do you know which options are best for your home?

That's where the Gen Less Home Energy Savings Calculator comes in.

What is the Gen Less Home Energy Savings Calculator?

The Gen Less Home Energy Savings Calculator is designed to help New Zealanders make informed decisions about their home energy use. It provides insights into five high-impact areas:

·      Heating

·      Hot water

·      Cooktops

·      Driving

·      Rooftop solar

By entering a few details about your home and lifestyle, the calculator estimates your energy costs and potential savings from upgrading to more efficient appliances.

How Does It Work?

The calculator considers key factors such as:

·      Household size - Larger families generally use more hot water and energy for cooking.

·      Postcode - Local electricity prices, heating needs, and climate conditions are factored in.

·      Home insulation - Whether your home is well-insulated or not affects heating efficiency.

·      Appliance efficiency - Different heating and hot water systems have varying energy efficiencies, which influence potential savings.

For example, if a family of four lives in an older, poorly insulated home and currently relies on an electric heater and an electric hot water cylinder, they could be spending a significant amount on energy. By switching to a heat pump for heating and a hot water heat pump for hot water, they could save up to $1,127 per year, reducing their costs and emissions by 70% and 68%, respectively.

Why Warmth.nz's Solutions are the Best Choices

While switching to a heat pump for space heating and a hot water heat pump already provides major savings, Warmth.nz offers an even better solution. Our 2in1 Heat Pump Hot Water Cylinder efficiently provides hot water, and when paired with our Hydronic Underfloor Heating System powered by an air-source heat pump, homeowners can achieve even greater energy efficiency and comfort.

Here's why:

·      Optimized Energy Use - A heat pump hot water cylinder efficiently provides hot water, while a separate air-source heat pump powers the hydronic underfloor heating system.

·      Greater Comfort - Hydronic underfloor heating evenly warms your entire home, eliminating cold spots and drafts.

·      Lower Running Costs - Compared to standalone electric heaters and traditional hot water cylinders, our systems significantly reduce energy consumption.

·      Future-Proof Your Home - With rising energy costs, investing in high-efficiency systems now ensures long-term savings and sustainability.

Curious about how much you could save? Try the Gen Less Home Energy Savings Calculator today by clicking here: Gen Less Calculator