Q. Can solar heating systems be retrofitted or are they only suitable for new build applications?
A. Our two systems provide the ultimate flexibility for installation in virtually any home – new build or existing.
Q. How frequently must the system be serviced and what maintenance is required?
A. We recommend that the safety devices on the unvented cylinder and solar collector system are checked annually.
Q. What is the payback period?
A. Based on normal efficiency levels and current fuel prices, a system will pay for itself within 10-15 years (excluding any grant credit received).
Q. How much does it cost to have a solar heating system installed?
A. A typical system will cost the homeowner between £3000 and £5000. Government grants may be available to some homeowners to support the installation of renewable technologies such as solar. Consumers should contact the energy savings trust or visit www.energysavingtrust.org.uk or www.lowcarbonbuildings.org.uk for the latest information and schemes available.
