Solar System Installation

SOLAR SYSTEM INSTALLATION

Note: The user is encouraged to take precautions not to overload the system or over-drain the battery to attain a longer system life

5kWh Solar System & Power Power Backup

MET 1.1kW–5kWh–1.5kVA Hybrid Solar System & Power Backup Solution—Melvo Engineering Technologies Ltd  integrates advanced components to offer a reliable and versatile energy solution. At its core lies a 1.1kW solar panel array, harnessing solar energy to power the system’s operations.

This system also features a 1.5kVA inverter, facilitating the conversion of solar-generated DC power into usable AC power for appliances. With a robust 5kWh Gel battery, known for its exceptional lifespan and portability, the system ensures an uninterrupted electricity supply, even during grid outages or low sunlight periods.

Designed for efficiency and reliability, this hybrid solar system caters to a variety of energy needs. It can power essential appliances such as 25 bulbs, fridges, TVs, home theatres, fans, laptops, phone charging, and internet routers, offering both residential and commercial users a sustainable and cost-effective electricity solution.

Moreover, the Gel battery’s extended lifespan and portability enhance the system’s durability and ease of use, making it suitable for stationary or mobile applications. Whether for off-grid living, emergency backup, or remote telecommunications, this comprehensive solar system provides reliable and efficient power wherever it’s needed.

In summary, MET 1.1kW–5kWh–1.5kVA Hybrid Solar System & Power Backup Solution  Melvo Engineerng  Technologies Ltd offers a complete energy solution that combines solar power generation, efficient storage, and reliable backup capabilities. With its advanced components and versatility, the solar system provides you with a dependable source of electricity for a wide range of applications, ensuring sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and peace of mind in both residential and commercial settings.

 

Highlights of System Performance (Estimates)

  Maximum Running Hours Maximum Running Hours Maximum Running Hours
25 Lights (5w) 8 Hours (average) 12 Hours 12 Hours
TV, up to 65″ 8 Hours 7 Hours 7 Hours
Music System (Home Theatre) 8 Hours 7 Hours 7 Hours
Phone+Laptop Charging 2 Hours 3 Hours 5 Hours
Refrigerator 24/7 24/7 24/7

Solar system for small and medium businesses in Africa especially    in East Africa Uganda in particular

According to the World Energy Outlook 2022 released by the International Energy Agency, energy generation in the world increased by 22% (179Wh) in 2021 exceeding the threshold of 1000TWh. Revolutionary and disruptive technologies in the field of solar power for business have made net zero emission goals for corporate houses achievable.

The cost of electricity generated from renewable resources has been reduced significantly. Renewable Power Generation Costs 2020 published by International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) reported that the Global Levelised Cost of Electricity (LCOE) for large-scale solar has dropped by 85% during 2010-2019. This is one of the reasons why everyone business owner in Australia is looking for the correct solar system size for business.

The golden era of energy independence for businesses can come only when industries switch to solar PV panels for energy. With the right technology and lowered costs, businesses have other advantages as well for upgrading their businesses with commercial solar systems Australia, such as:

  • Freedom from the rising cost of electricity
  • Businesses may take tax benefits provided by the government
  • Emerge as an environment-sensitive brand
  • Rebates and upfront discounts in the form of Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs)or revenue from Large-scale Generation Certificates (LGCs).

Solar system for small and medium businesses in Australia: 15kW and above 15kW system for small business

Some professionals think if the roof of their office is appropriate for a solar PV panel set-up of solar power for business. A 15kW rooftop solar PV system is enough for businesses with low or middle energy consumption.

How much space does a 15kW rooftop solar power system needs?

Depending on the wattage of the solar panel, a commercial solar system in Australia can have 37-45 solar panels. As a thumb rule, you need a 7 sq meter shade-free area for a 1 kW solar system. Therefore, for a 15kW solar system, you will need 90 sq meters of area. According to this calculation, a 300W solar PV system will have 45 panels and require 75 sq meters of area. Similarly, a 400W rooftop solar system in Australia will require 37 panels but 90 sq meters of area.

As far as 15kW solar system price is concerned, it ranges between $1.04 to $0.76 per watt or $15,600 to $11,400 in Australia depending on the territory.

Rebate for a solar system for business

The Australian government offers rebates to small businesses. For instance, a 50% discount of up to $3,5000 is offered through the Solar for Business Program to small businesses in Victoria if they wish to install an approved small-scale solar PV system with up to 30kW capacity.

To avail this, businesses have to be eligible according to the following criteria:

  • Availability of a business premise, owned or rented.
  • Number of people employed should be more than 1 and less than 20, not including business owner
  • Not availed benefit from the Solar for Business Program earlier
  • The place of business must operate from a non-residential location
  • Solar system to be installed is approved by the authority
  • The place of business premise should be individually metered.

    How businesses can benefit from commercial solar system installation

     

    Switching to solar energy for your commercial property allows you to invest in clean, renewable energy. Solar power is an unlimited resource that saves your company money, increases the value of your property, and makes you an environmentally conscious corporate. Massive corporations and small organizations are now adopting commercial solar system installations.

    Here are some of the top reasons why companies are choosing solar right now to assist you make the right decision for your company’s commercial solar energy project.

    Reduced Operating Costs From the commercial solar system

    A consistent energy supply is vital for the smooth running of a business. Therefore, most businesses incur high energy costs during their day-to-day operational activities. But, with solar energy, all that can change.

     Solar is an affordable ,accessible , and prevalent energy  source that provides organizations the opportunity to own a power-generating asset, rather than continuously purchasing electricity from utilities and other outside energy brokers.

    Companies can become one of their own electricity suppliers by installing a commercial solar-powered system. Solar installations can help stabilize electricity expenses with more predictable cash flows than external energy purchased at variously billed rates.

    Solar systems have relatively low maintenance costs that property managers can easily estimate project expenses and future energy production to determine an installation’s total return on investment.

    Melvo Engineering  Technologies Ltd  has installed quite a number of commercial solar systems installations for well-known commercial properties such as Melvin Tower  and many others. These businesses have an alternative source of energy that can boost their operations even when there is load shedding and can spend less on electricity bills by taking advantage of solar energy.

    Increased Energy Resilience and Control with Commercial Solar

     

     16kva Thuli service station commercial solar system installation with 4 by 200ah solar lithium-ion batteries

    By generating sustainable electricity onsite, companies with solar systems become less reliant on the national grid and other outside sources to deliver all of their energy needs.

    A solar system enables your business to be less vulnerable to power cuts and other outages. The loss of productivity during load shedding is one of the biggest threats that can severely limit your ability to complete work for your clients and customers, which can quickly end up costing you money.

    Generating and storing energy on-site through a solar system means that you can potentially give yourself a supply to fall back on if the main power fails, which limits this loss of productivity, preserving your flow of revenue

    Businesses without an alternative source of energy are forced to go offline and stop operations in the event of a power outage, hence more and more commercial solar power systems are now being installed with a sustainable battery backup.

    Installing solar batteries on your commercial solar system enables you to continuously produce electricity that can be stored and used throughout the property.

    Smart power management

    Commercial solar systems can help companies control their energy production and use during ongoing business operations. To help save money when new solar power isn’t readily available, solar batteries allow businesses to use stored power both overnight and throughout periods in which utility energy is billed at a higher rate.

    Support the Local Economy 

    When you choose to install solar systems, you can buy local and hire local contractors to install the products. Buying your solar products locally enable you to have easy access to your suppliers.

    Buying solar energy equipment near you is not only a cost-effective option, but it is also convenient. It makes installation and maintenance much easier. It saves you time, and money, and ensures the equipment is suitable for your local climate and weather patterns.

Institution  solar system

There are many financing solutions available to install solar power for business in Australia that are explained as follows:

CapEx

The cost of the system will be cheap here but it is not cost-effective for businesses as the fees charged for financing makes it expensive overall.

Power Purchasing Agreement (PPA)

Under this system, a third party installs a rooftop solar PV system on your property and maintains it. Here, businesses are obligated to purchase all the electricity on a long-term basis produced by such a system. Therefore, it is imperative to know your solar system size for business..

Bigger size commercial solar system

A 15kW solar system is enough for small-sized businesses. However, you will require special permission from your Distribution Network Service Provider (DSNP) to connect to the grid as the size of such commercial solar system in Australia will vary between 30-100kW. The payment based on LGCs is paid annually and calculated based on how the system generates electricity.

The STC rebate does not apply for solar installations above 100kW but can take benefit from LGCs. However, you will need a specialized meter, report, and a lot of paperwork to claim the LGCs rebate. Businesses with high energy consumption such as factories and solar farms. Because of the large space and weight, they are ground-mounted. Opting for a flat-lined solar farm is cost-effective for upgrading solar power for business as tilted versions tend to require more expertise and may prove to be a little hard on the pocket.

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what should know about batteries

Note: The user is encouraged to take precautions not to overload the system or over-drain the battery to attain a longer system life
System performance is dependent on the battery attaining full charge. Battery charging using Solar may be affected by several factors, including installation, and weather.

If you’ve shopped for solar panels, you know the process comes with some ambiguity, whether you’re asking about costs, the payback period, or the number of panels you’ll need.

The exact number you need will depend on the size of your home and your electricity usage. If you can handle a little math, some number crunching will get you to a reasonable estimate. If math isn’t your strong suit, don’t sweat it. We’ll make it as straightforward as we can.

Before we start, you’ll need your electric bill, ideally with information about your electricity consumption over the past year. You can start with 400 watts as a placeholder for wattage per panel. If you already have a specific solar panel in mind, identify its wattage and use that number instead. Once you have those two figures, you can start working on an estimate.

Level 17, 123 Pitt St, SOLAR BATTERY STORAGE

Battery storage system is one of the ways to maximise your energy savings and reduce your dependency on grid. Some of the brands such as Huawei, Qhome, Tesla, Redback offer most sought after battery storage solutions across Australia. Solar battery in Perth, given it belongs to one of these brands, are compatible with most solar power systems and have longer period of warranty. If you want to know more on solar batteries in Perth, get a quote free of cost from Regen Power.

HOME SOLAR BATTERY SYSTEMS

Solar Panels have recently penetrated the renewable energy solutions and they are witnessing a steep rise in popularity. You can save massively through your residential solar system by attaching them with a residential solar battery solution. You may also overhaul your system to include charge your home and your EV as well!

Solar batteries store the surplus solar energy which is generated by your solar panels. You may use the extra power at night and significantly reduce your electricity bill. Installing a smart solar battery solution is the surely a greener and cleaner way of running your home and truly become self-reliant in energy.

SOLAR BATTERIES & ENERGY STORAGE DEVICES

Want to lower your electricity bills? Solar batteries are going to save you a lot of money, decrease your reliance on grid, and lower your carbon emissions.

How much can I save with a solar and battery package?

On an average, if you are a Regen Power customer, you may cut your electricity bill by a whopping 60% or even more. However, it would depend on the size of the solar system, average sunlight hours and power usage.

Are solar batteries worth it?

Do feed-in tariffs still apply if I have a battery?

Are battery rebates available?

Do solar batteries protect against blackouts?

How do solar batteries work?

What is solar self-consumption?

OUR BRANDS

TESLA POWERWALL

Tesla Powerwall offers 13.5kWh of usable energy storage capacity and can be stacked in a chain. You can connect the Powerwall to mobile app for real-time monitoring and tracking. Regen Power is a Tesla Certified Powerwall installer in Australia. We offers professional Installations of Tesla Powerwall at your residence or commercial space. Regen Power is a Tesla Certified Powerwall installer.

  • 10-year warranty on parts and performance
  • Real-time monitoring and tracking through app
  • Maintenance free, sleek design, advanced technology

HUAWEI LUNA

The Huawei Luna Smart String Battery offers a modular solution tailored to your needs. With 5 kWh, 10 kWh, or 15 kWh and the ability to expand later, the Luna battery is ideal for responding to changing needs. In combination with the optional PV Optimizer, you get a powerful system with high efficiency.

Flexible architecture for optimal expandability as well as a power module for independent charging and discharging per battery module supports new and old battery modules in one system without limiting the usable energy.

  • Compatible with single and three phase
  • Modular Design allows for flexible investment
  • Web portal and mobile app for monitoring the usage

QCELLS

The Q.HOME⁺ ESS HYB-G3 power storage system is the ideal solution for households, as it enables homeowners to sustainably reduce their electricity costs while benefiting from longterm operational and yield security. Its scalable and modular design make the Q.HOME⁺ ESS HYB-G3 energy storage system the optimal solution for own consumption of solar power.

  • Scalable solution up to 20.5 kWh of battery power
  • Smart Design – All in one solar inverter and battery

SENEC

SENEC is a German brand and one of the leading energy storage manufacturer in Europe. Company has established a network in Australia. SENEC has received awards and achievement including Top Storage-System 2017 and Growth Champion 2017. SENEC.Cloud 2.0 and the SENEC.CloudTo Go are the leading models of SENEC

  • German made and leading brand in Europe
  • New product innovation Award Winner 2020
  • Engineered for 12,000 recharging cycles

REDBACK TECHNOLOGIES

Redback was founded in 2015 in Brsibane, Australia by a handful of green energy technology enthusiasts. Redback\’s Smart Battery System is the perfect upgrade to your exiting solar system.

  • 7.2, 9.6 or 14.24kWh Battery strorage capacity
  • Compatible with most modern solar systems
  • Easy monitoring App and Web portal
  • An Australian Company

SOLAR EDGE

SolarEdge Energy Bank is designed to work with award-winning SolarEdge Energy Hub for more power, savings, and independence. Maximizes solar use year-round, and during an outage, with unique, DC-coupled technology – requiring only one power conversion, vs. three conversions with legacy AC-coupled technology. Delivers more power at less cost, thanks to an industry-leading 94.5% round-trip efficiency – system owners can maximize solar use and lower utility bills. Helps speed up homeowner payback with the exclusive ability to simultaneously charge batteries AND send energy to the grid for credits (where available)

  • Installs Faster
  • Great design flexibility
  • More backup when grid is off

LG CHEM

Already known for making quality, dependable products and appliances, LG is a house hold name that you can trust. LG Chem offers six residential storage batteries in two product lineups to fulfill diverse capacity and voltage needs of homeowners. LG Batteries comes with modular design enables easier transportation, handling, and installation. Real time battery status monitoring and early diagnosis with RESU Monitor.

  • Compact Size & Easy Installation
  • High Compatibility. Easy to Scale Up
  • Web portal and mobile app for monitoring the usage

BYD

BYD Lithium batteries are among the most versatile on the market, their range of B-Box batteries with capacities ranging from 2.5kWh to 13.8kWh expandable. BYD has developed a battery storage line, which is suitable for any application. While the modular LV and HV solutions fit any residential application, the commercial battery is suitable for big implementations.

  • Scalable from 4kWh to 256kWh
  • Warranty: 10 years to 60% retained capacity (EOL)
  • Suitable for protected outdoor areas

ENPHASE ENCHARGE

The Encharge storage system performs two critical functions in your system. The batteries, internal to Encharge, store energy for later use or for use during a power outage. The IQ 8X-BAT micro inverters in the Encharge units provide the voltage and frequency necessary for the operation of your solar array and the electrical circuits in your home during an outage. The IQ 8XBAT micro inverters converts your harvested energy into usable AC electricity for your house.
Encharge communicates with the Envoy through a mesh network of wireless signals.

  • With Extra iQ Load controller
  • High safety in low voltage

 

 

How Many Solar Panels Do I Need to Power My Business?

Figuring out “how many solar panels do I need to power my business” is simply a matter of dividing how much energy a solar panel can provide by how much your business uses. But you didn’t come here for “simple,” you want a real answer.

Let’s dig a little deeper and put some numbers into our formula. Consider the following example:

  • A medium-size business uses about 25,000 kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity each year. That roughly works out to 70 kWh used each day.
  • Next you need to know how much electricity solar panels can generate. An average solar panel can produce about 250 watts of peak power (this is also called its “nameplate rating”).
  • Finally, you need to know how much peak sunlight you receive each day. In the U.S, that ranges from about 4 – 6 hours of sunlight per day. For our simplified example, let’s call it an average of 5 hours of daily direct sunlight.

Now let’s do the math (Figure 1):

Our basic formula shows a requirement of 14 kW. But we’re not quite done. At the risk of complicating things a little bit more, solar panels generate DC (direct current) electricity. Businesses use AC (alternating current). The conversion from AC to DC power isn’t perfectly efficient, coming in at about 80%. So really you need to generate more than 14 kW (Figure 2). You’ll see we wind up needing about 17.5 kW to cover 100% of this business’s energy needs.

If you divide the kilowatts you need by a solar panel’s nameplate rating and you’ll get the average number of solar panels needed (Figure 3). This is an example using 250-watt panels:

Uncovering the Underlying Complexity

While it’s easy to find online calculators to plug in information like the example above, the resulting answer to “How many solar panels to power a business?” is a “back-of-a-napkin” calculation at best. Read the fine print and you’ll find plenty of disclaimers about how your particular situation may vary along with a contact form to fill out for more information (i.e., a sales call).

The truth is, calculating how many commercial solar panels you need likely goes beyond the capabilities of any online app. Take the scenario outlined above. While it may be possible to determine how many solar panels are needed to cover average daily needs—what if your true needs aren’t average? A printing company producing quarterly reports, for example, will show spikes in energy usage four times each year. Can a commercial solar power system set up for average daily use meet the actual electricity demands on days during these peak periods? Does an online calculator understand that the space you have available for solar panels sits in the shadows of nearby trees for a portion of the day? Does a simple app take into account your organization’s financial and environmental goals for going solar? Probably not.

If you’re starting to seriously consider solar (a good assumption since you’re wondering how many panels you need), it may be a good time to engage the services of a solar energy consultant or contact a knowledgeable solar provider. They can help educate you about some of the more nuanced factors hidden in the deceptively simple calculation shown above. But whether you decide to hire an energy consultant, talk to a solar company, or choose to sort through the options and information yourself, let’s cover the things you should definitely be thinking about.

When Average Isn’t Average

As mentioned above, understanding the specific, real world energy needs for your operation is key. Energy fluctuations aren’t limited to month-to-month changes. Chances are, your local utility can help with reports tracking yearly, monthly, and even daily usage. You may discover your business is experiencing predictable spikes in electricity use at regular intervals on a daily basis. Rather than installing additional panels to meet peak consumption needs, perhaps a better solution is to attach a commercial solar battery storage system to help level out demand. A little investigating will help you better understand your specific needs and the various solutions available to meet them.

 

Understanding Your Solar Energy Goals

It sounds obvious, but if your objective is to reduce or stabilize your utility bill by a certain amount, you need to identify that specific goal. The number of commercial solar power panels you need will be dramatically different if you’re looking to reduce costs by 50% as opposed to covering 100% of your energy needs. And if net metering is an option in your area, you may want to install even more panels to take advantage of the credit you could receive by sending unused solar energy back into the grid.

Quality vs. Quantity

If solar panel A is rated at 200 watts, and solar panel B is rated at 350 watts, it stands to reason that you will need fewer B panels to produce the same amount of solar electricity. Ratings matter, but they only tell part of the story.

A solar panel efficiency rating is also important. It refers to the portion of sunlight energy that is converted into electricity. For example, a panel with a 20% efficiency rate would produce an amount of power equal to 20% of what it receives from the sun. (20% is actually very good. Commercially available solar panels currently average a 15% to 24% efficiency rate.) If a solar panel’s photovoltaic (PV) cells are more efficient, fewer panels are needed to meet electricity production goals.

A solar panel’s degradation rate can also impact planning how many solar panels are needed. All solar cells degrade over time – blame it on physics and the relentless march of time. Suffice to say that the lower the degradation rate, the faster commercial solar savings can be realized. Perhaps more important, predicting the amount of solar power that’s expected to be generated over 25 or 30 years (or more) can help determine how many solar panels are needed.

Making a Statement with Solar Panels

There are also less tangible factors that can go into determining how many solar panels are needed to power a business. For example, while a rooftop installation may be a viable option, your organization may want to make a more public display of its commitment to corporate sustainability initiatives. A carport installation could visually demonstrate that commitment while also providing shaded parking for employees and customers. Perhaps providing solar-powered vehicle charging stations as part of the installation could help attract socially-conscious employees and clients.  Looking beyond the obvious bottom-line benefits of commercial solar energy can help you see the other potential social and ecological “wins” available—which can translate to bottom-line benefits as well.

Solar Panel Rocket Science?

By now you’ve probably come to the conclusion that answering “How many solar panels do I need?” is not an exact science. But you’ve also discovered that it involves a much more complex and nuanced calculation than you might otherwise have considered. While it’s important to get to that final figure, it’s even more important to answer the underlying questions hidden within the formula. Only then will you accurately know how many solar panels you need to power your business.

Partnering with a solar energy consultant who understands your unique objectives is key to calculating your commercial solar panel needs. Melvo Engineering Technologies Ltdhas been a trusted commercial solar installer for fifteen years. Contact Us to receive a free evaluation of your property and discover if solar is right for your business.

Solar water heaters — sometimes called solar domestic hot water systems — can be a cost-effective way to generate hot water for your home. They can be used in any climate, and the fuel they use — sunshine — is free.

How They Work

Solar water heating systems include storage tanks and solar collectors. There are two types of solar water heating systems: active, which have circulating pumps and controls, and passive, which don’t.

Active Solar Water Heating Systems

There are two types of active solar water heating systems:

  • Direct circulation systems
    Pumps circulate household water through the collectors and into the home. They work well in climates where it rarely freezes.
  • Indirect circulation systems
    Pumps circulate a non-freezing, heat-transfer fluid through the collectors and a heat exchanger. This heats the water that then flows into the home. They are popular in climates prone to freezing temperatures.

Passive Solar Water Heating Systems

Passive solar water heating systems are typically less expensive than active systems, but they’re usually not as efficient. However, passive systems can be more reliable and may last longer. There are two basic types of passive systems:

  • Integral collector-storage passive systems
    These consist of a storage tank covered with a transparent material to allow the sun to heat the water.  Water from the tank then flows into the plumbing system. These work best in areas where temperatures rarely fall below freezing. They also work well in households with significant daytime and evening hot-water needs.
  • Thermosyphon systems
    Water is heated in a collector on the roof and then flows through the plumbing system when a hot water faucet is opened. The majority of these systems have a 40 gallon capacity.

Storage Tanks and Solar Collectors

Most solar water heaters require a well-insulated storage tank. Solar storage tanks have an additional outlet and inlet connected to and from the collector. In two-tank systems, the solar water heater preheats water before it enters the conventional water heater. In one-tank systems, the back-up heater is combined with the solar storage in one tank.

Three types of solar collectors are used for residential applications:

  • Flat-plate collector
    Glazed flat-plate collectors are insulated, weatherproofed boxes that contain a dark absorber plate under one or more glass or plastic (polymer) covers. Unglazed flat-plate collectors — typically used for solar pool heating — have a dark absorber plate, made of metal or polymer, without a cover or enclosure.
  • Integral collector-storage systems
    Also known as ICS or batch systems, they feature one or more black tanks or tubes in an insulated, glazed box. Cold water first passes through the solar collector, which preheats the water. The water then continues on to the conventional backup water heater, providing a reliable source of hot water. They should be installed only in mild-freeze climates because the outdoor pipes could freeze in severe, cold weather.
  • Evacuated-tube solar collectors
    They feature parallel rows of transparent glass tubes. Each tube contains a glass outer tube and metal absorber tube attached to a fin. The fin’s coating absorbs solar energy but inhibits radiative heat loss. These collectors are used more frequently for U.S. commercial applications.

Solar water heating systems almost always require a backup system for cloudy days an

d times of increased demand. Conventional storage water heaters usually provide backup and may already be part of the solar system package. A backup system may also be part of the solar collector, such as rooftop tanks with thermosyphon systems. Since an integral-collector storage system already stores hot water in addition to collecting solar heat, it may be packaged with a tankless or demand-type water heater for backup.

Selecting a Solar Water Heater

Before you purchase and install a solar water heating system, you want to do the following:

Also understand the various components needed for solar water heating systems, including the following:

Installing and Maintaining the System

The proper installation of solar water heaters depends on many factors. These factors include solar resource, climate, local building code requirements, and safety issues; therefore, it’s best to have a qualified solar thermal systems contractor install your system.

After installation, properly maintaining your system will keep it running smoothly. Passive systems don’t require much maintenance. For active systems, discuss the maintenance requirements with your system provider, and consult the system’s owner’s manual. Plumbing and other conventional water heating components require the same maintenance as conventional systems. Glazing may need to be cleaned in dry climates where rainwater doesn’t provide a natural rinse.

Regular maintenance on simple systems can be as infrequent as every 3–5 years, preferably by a solar contractor. Systems with electrical components usually require a replacement part or two after 10 years. Learn more about solar water heating system maintenance and repair.

When screening potential contractors for installation and/or maintenance, ask the following questions:

  • Does your company have experience installing and maintaining solar water heating systems?
    Choose a company that has experience installing the type of system you want and servicing the applications you select.
  • How many years of experience does your company have with solar heating installation and maintenance?
    The more experience the better. Request a list of past customers who can provide references.
  • Is your company licensed or certified?
    Having a valid plumber’s and/or solar contractor’s license is required in some states. Contact your city and county for more information. Confirm licensing with your state’s contractor licensing board. The licensing board can also tell you about any complaints against state-licensed contractors.

Improving Energy Efficiency

After your water heater is properly installed and maintained, try some additional energy-saving strategies to help lower your water heating bills, especially if you require a back-up system. Some energy-saving devices and systems are more cost-effective to install with the water heater.Top of FormBottom of Form

Estimating the Cost and Energy Efficiency of a Solar Water Heater

Siting Your Solar Water Heating System

Building Codes and Regulations for Solar Water Heating Systems

 

Heat Transfer Fluids for Solar Water Heating Systems

 

 

Solar Swimming Pool Heaters

Other Water Heating Options

Storage Water Heaters

Tankless or Demand-Type Water Heaters

Heat Pump Water Heaters

Tankless Coil and Indirect Water Heaters

Solar Panel Installation FAQs

Do Solar Panels Cause Roof Leaks?

Properly-installed solar panels will not cause a roof leak. Not all solar panel installations require drilling into the roof. In the case that the roof is drilled into to fit the solar panels, the holes are sealed to prevent leakage.

What Type of Roof Is Best for Solar Panels?

Solar panels can be installed on just about any roof. This includes asbestos, asphalt, clay and metal corrugated roofs. The main factor to consider is the condition of the roof. Installing solar panels on a roof that is too old or in bad condition can be a costly mistake if you have to replace the roof after you have had solar panels installed on it.

How Far Can Solar Panels Be Installed From Your House?

Solar panels should be within 10 meters of where the electricity generated will be used. A shorter distance between solar panels and an inverter reduces voltage drop. Voltage drop is the power loss which occurs when electricity is moved from one point to another.

How Much Does Solar Panel Installation Cost in Zimbabwe?

The average cost of a solar system in Zimbabwe is between $2500 to $3500. The price will vary depending on the system size and requirements. A system without batteries will work out far much cheaper as batteries make up between 20 to 30 percent of the cost of a system.

 

Electricity is used throughout our homes to power appliances, lighting, and electronic devices and systems. Reducing electricity use, purchasing energy efficient products, and using renewable energy to power your home can help you save energy and money on your electric bill.

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As the economic is growing, many businesses have tendencies to invest in solutions that help reduce costs and increase economic benefits. One of the most popular solutions today is the solar energy system.
However, every investor and business will have their own needs when deploying a solar energy system, therefore, Ngan Long’s services will be customized to meet clients’ needs. 

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