Making the switch to a solar hot water system can be a great way to save on your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint.
Lewington Renewables was founded back in 2000, making us the trusted local solar hot water installation experts. We’re here to guide you through every step of the way, beginning with advising you on whether a solar hot water system is right for your home. To get the conversation started, please call us on 01858 433333 and we will be happy to talk you through the process and its suitability for your needs.
What is a solar hot water system?
Simply put, solar hot water systems capture energy from the sun to heat water for use in your home. Panels installed on your roof absorb sunlight and transfer the energy to heat water stored in a tank. This system works in tandem with your boiler to ensure you always have hot water, even on cloudy days. In the sunnier months, your solar hot water system can become your sole source of energy for your home’s hot water.
Why choose a solar hot water system for your home?
Save on energy bills
Did you know that heating water accounts for around 25% of your household energy use? By harnessing the sun’s energy with a solar hot water system to create a free energy source, you could cut that figure significantly to make big savings on your energy bills.
Solar hot water systems are not part of the government’s Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS), which provides grants towards the installation of other renewable systems such as air source heat pumps. However, it’s important to remember there is no VAT payable on the cost of buying and installing a solar hot water system. This means that now is a great time to take advantage of this significant cost saving on the investment required to get your system up and running.
Reduce your carbon footprint
Concerned about your environmental impact? Switching to solar energy doesn’t just save money, it saves the planet too. As we know, traditional water heating relies on electricity or gas, which contributes significantly to CO2 emissions. By opting for a solar hot water heating system, you can reduce your household’s carbon footprint and do your bit to contribute to a cleaner, greener world.
Not only that, homes equipped with energy-efficient solutions like solar hot water systems are increasingly sought after by environmentally conscious buyers. So, a well-maintained system can make your home stand out in the property market when the time comes to sell.
What to expect during a solar hot water system installation
Step one of our solar hot water system service involves assessing your home’s suitability. This includes identifying the ideal location on your roof for the solar panels and evaluating your water usage needs.
Following the planning stage, your new solar hot water panels are mounted on your roof in a process that generally takes no more than a day or two. From there you’re all set to start enjoying the benefits of your new solar hot water system.
Maintaining your solar panels
Modern solar hot water systems are designed to be long lasting and low maintenance, meaning you can just forget about it as it does its work in the background. However, as with all our heating systems, we recommend an annual service to ensure your system is working at its optimal level, giving you peace of mind that you’re maximising the money-saving benefits of your investment in renewable energy.
When repairs are needed, our experts are perfectly placed to get your system running like new again.
Talk to us about your new solar hot water system today
If you feel like you may be ready to take the plunge into a sustainable solar hot water system and start enjoying lower heating bills, why not get in touch to find out how we can make it happen? 25 years on from our first solar hot water system installation, we’re the proud recipient of a Worcester Bosch Environment award for our work with renewable systems, so you don’t have to take our word for it to know you’ll be in good hands!
To find out more and to get the answers to any initial questions you may have, you can call us on 01858 433333. Alternatively, fill in our short contact form and we will get back to you ASAP.
