Solar Water Heater

Solar hot water heaters save money and the environment

If you want to add solar hot water heating to your plumbing service, you can find the right type and size of system for commercial and residential customers. But, regardless of the particulars, customers can count on cutting their water heating bill in half. And, by using the sun for solar hot water heating, they can help the environment by reducing the use of fossil fuels. Those are great sales incentives!

For many reasons, solar water heating is a good idea. If your business needs to provide a large amount of heated water, you might want to buy a commercial solar water heater with an 80-gallon capacity. For smaller businesses and residences, you can find individual solar hot water heaters in a number of sizes. As you shop of solar powered water heaters, take the following steps:

1. Locate a solar water heater system for large businesses.

2. Search for solar water heating systems designed for homes and small businesses.

3. Find experienced consultants to train your technicians on installing a solar power water heater.

Find a reputable commercial solar water heater dealer

Solar water heater systems include an array of solar water heating panels to collect energy from the sun and a tank or tubes to hold the water for heating. For large businesses, a passive solar water heater reduces maintenance costs.

Choose a residential solar water heating equipment vendor

Residential solar water heating systems come in several types. Most collect and store energy from panels on a roof and use it to heat water in a tank. Kits that include the major pieces are available, but be sure to buy solar water heater parts needed to complete the system.

Find a consultant on solar water heater system installation

Because a solar water heater is a relatively complex system that includes both plumbing and electrical elements, your installers will need specialized training. Locate an expert to consult on solar hot water heater installation.

• You should know that there are federal and state incentives for solar energy use. Both contractors and consumers can benefit from solar powered water heaters. To find information about the incentives for your state, visit www.dsireusa.org.

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