Solar Hot Water Systems

Solar Hot Water Systems are very energy efficient, environmentally friendly & nearly free to run.

There are a few different types of solar hot water heaters, mainly being roof mounted or split solar hot water systems.

Split solar hot water systems are by far the most common in today's market, there is no ugly tank on the roof, it is located at ground level & have the slim line solar panels only on the roof. The water is pushed through the panels via a small pump that uses less power than a clock on oven, a temperature reading is taken at the panels & tank via a bimetallic strip sensors, the power is applied to the pump when there is a difference of more than 6 deg between panels & tank until the tank is heated up to 85-90 deg, this saves overheating of the tank & water being released from the temperature/pressure relief valve form a overheated tank. The solar panels are designed to withstand high temperatures.

Roof mounted solar water heaters have the panels & tank on the roof, not very aesthetically pleasing, but when room is a problem or if you have a existing roof mounted solar & need a changeover becomes the cheapest option, this type of solar water heaters are old technology using thermosyphon to transfer heated water from panels to the tank, hot water naturally rises, water from the panels heat & rise into the tank on one side & the colder water in the tank falls to the lowest point in the solar panels from the opposite side of the tank unfortunately this can waste a lot of water when tank is over heated in summer & hotter days. To install these types if your don't have a existing roof mounted solar hot water heater we will have to engage a building certifier or engineer to report that you roof is structurally sound to carry the 500+kg that these system weigh when they are full of hot water.

Solar hot water systems are also available in gas & electrical back up to give you hot water when long periods of poor weather may prevent solar gain.

QLD state & Federal Government solar hot water rebates and incentives exist on changing your existing electric hot water system to a solar, up to $3600.00 in QLD. We sell all our solar hot water systems less the STC's (formally known as REC's) rebate, this is a rebate that works with a points system on energy efficiency in how many megawatt hour of electricity is saved, in short by us claiming them on your behalf means less outlay so you can enjoy the benefits & savings of a Solar Hot Water System.

Changing your electric hot water system to a solar cuts your electricity bills by up to 90% (depending on usage) for your hot water heating and helps you do your bit for the environment & future sustainability We recommend the Australian owned & made DUX solar hot water systems & BOSCH solar hot water heaters, a product made by the trusted worldwide name in quality. Both DUX & BOSCH have different sizes & advantages that suit different needs & applications. Sizes range from 250litres up to 400litres.

We also have easy payment options through Certegy, in most cases there is no upfront costs as we can use your STC rebate as your deposit & from $40 pw over 24 months. You will also still receive the Queensland State & Federal Government Solar Hot Water Rebates back.