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Celsius
Heating Services have now introduced a new service for
Solar water heating systems that use free heat
from the sun to warm domestic hot water. A conventional boiler
or immersion heater is then used to make the water hotter, or to
provide hot water when solar energy is unavailable. Did you know…that not only will a Solar Hot Water system save you money; it will also reduce your impact on the environment. On average, a domestic system can reduce your home's carbon emissions by up to 0.75 tonnes a year. Solar Hot Water systems are one of the most cost efficient renewable energy resources available. You can create 50%-70% of your property's annual hot water requirements; in the summer months it is quite likely you will not need your hot water on at all! Solar Hot Water Systems (sometimes called Solar Thermal Systems) convert light into heat, which in turn creates hot water for your home. A common misconception is that solar energy cannot work in the UK due to the climate; however, solar energy does not need bright sunshine or high temperatures to work effectively – it only needs daylight. To tell if solar water heating is right for you, there are a few key questions to consider: •Do you have a sunny place to put solar panels? You'll need around five square metres of roof space which faces east to west through south and receives direct sunlight for the main part of the day. Alternatively, if you do not have a south facing roof and if you have space, you could install two panels, one facing east and one facing west - but this will make installation more costly. The panels don't always have to be mounted on a roof, they can be fixed to a frame on flat roofs. •Is your current boiler compatible with solar water heating? Most conventional boiler and hot water cylinder systems are compatible with solar water heating. •Do you need planning permission? In England most solar water heating systems don't need planning permission, but it is always best to consult your local planning office if you live in a Listed Building, or a building in Conservation Area or World Heritage Site. To find out more about the solar system thats right for you please get in touch, we will look forward to hearing from you. |