Solar Hot Water Systems

Solar Hot Water Systems in Dubbo NSW

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Heat Your Water Using the Sun

Looking to replace an ageing hot water system in your home, business or office? Perhaps you just want to save some money on your quarterly power bill? Well, it’s fair to say it gets seriously hot in the Orana Region, so why not use our abundance of sun to power your daily shower and save some money while you’re at it. At Active Solar & Gas, we design and install hot water systems for customers throughout our area including Dubbo, Cobar, Bourke, Mudgee and Parkes.

To find out how beneficial solar could be for you, or for a quick quote, get in touch with us today!

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How does a solar hot water system work?

Solar hot water systems absorb the sun’s thermal energy through one of two methods – flat plate or evacuated tube collectors – warming up your water and sending it to a storage system for later use.

Flat plate collectors are glass covered and contain copper piping, which is directly connected to a water storage tank on the roof. The sun heats cool water within the pipes which is then stored in the tank. Evacuated tube collectors, on the other hand, consist of large glass tubes fused at both ends, with copper piping inside. Connected to a slow flow circulation pump, hot water is then forced into a storage tank below.

Whilst both methods sound quite similar, they have distinctly different characteristics and therefore benefits. Evacuated tube collectors are often considered superior because they can use the air’s humidity to heat, rather than relying solely on direct sunlight. They’re more efficient, durable and cheaper to repair when something breaks; however, these benefits come at a premium price.

To decide which set-up is right for you, call today!