How does it work?

A Solar Thermal system uses solar panels to collect heat from ambient daylight and transfer it to a solar fluid. This hot fluid is then pumped to the domestic hot water cylinder (usually housed in an airing cupboard).

At the cylinder, the fluid passes through a coil allowing it to transfer its heat to the domestic hot water held in the cylinder.

In summer this is likely to be sufficient for most domestic needs. During cooler months, a back up of heat source, such as a boiler or an immersion heater, is required to supplement the solar heating.

The solar fluid then returns to the panels, in a closed loop to be re-heated.

• 35-70% Saving on hot water costs
• Carbon reduction of up to 0.5 Tonnes
• Up to 30% Grant support
• No planning restrictions
• Currently VAT exempt
• Fully accredited installers