Why go solar?
Many Floridians watch their electric bill continue to grow. With a Solar water heater you can save up to 30% a month on your power bill. The energy coming from the sun is and always will be free so your water heating cost will never go up in fact once the system pays for itself you will be pocketing the extra cash it saves you. Water heating can easily cost $800 to $1,100 each year for a three to five person household. In Florida, a solar water heater can eliminate this part of your power bill.Which home energy uses are the most expensive?
Florida home built in 1990 with 2,400 square feet of living area
- Air conditioner with thermostat set at 81ºF during the day and 78º F at night
- Electric water heater
- Refrigerator
Benefits from Solar Heating Are:
- Reduces Dependence On Fossil Fuel & Oil
- and Foreign Oil
- Reduces Co2 And Sulfur Dioxide Emissions
- Qualifies For 30% Federal Tax Credits
- Qualifies For $500 Florida Rebate
- Qualifies For Many Utility Company Rebates
- Qualifies For Certain County Rebates
- Exempt From Florida State Sales Tax
- Exempt From Florida Property Tax
- Protects From Future Rate Increases
- Increases Property Value
- Increases Resale Value
- Provides Hot Water During Power Outages
How Does Solar Water Heating Work?
Above you will see a diagram that illustrates the flow of water in a solar water heating system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my water be hot enough?
Yes. Solar heated water is often hotter than the thermostat setting on your water heater. In fact, for safety reasons our systems include mixing valves to make sure the hot water going into your house isn’t too hot. On the other hand, sometimes we may have long periods of cloudy and rainy weather. During these times, a backup electric heating element in your water heater/storage tank will automatically heat water to the water heater’s thermostat setting.
Will I have hot water during cold weather?
Yes. Solar water heating collectors typically deliver excellent performance in Florida during cold weather because the sky is very clear during winter high pressure waves. The glass cover plate and insulation inside the collector prevent collected heat from escaping to the outside air.
Yes. Solar heated water is often hotter than the thermostat setting on your water heater. In fact, for safety reasons our systems include mixing valves to make sure the hot water going into your house isn’t too hot. On the other hand, sometimes we may have long periods of cloudy and rainy weather. During these times, a backup electric heating element in your water heater/storage tank will automatically heat water to the water heater’s thermostat setting.
Will I have hot water during cold weather?
Yes. Solar water heating collectors typically deliver excellent performance in Florida during cold weather because the sky is very clear during winter high pressure waves. The glass cover plate and insulation inside the collector prevent collected heat from escaping to the outside air.