Equipment For Solar Energy

The equipment you need comes in different forms:

  • PV systems offer the choice of panels, tiles or slates, while
  • Water heating is produced from flat plate collectors, or panels of solar tubes.

Panels can be installed as part of your roof or stand on top of existing tiles.

You must bear in mind that solar panels are not light - your roof needs to be strong enough to take their weight, especially if they are to stand on existing tiles. Gaining professional advice from a qualified installer or a builder is a must.

No mater what system you install, it needs to be on a southeast or southwest facing roof with the panel tilted at an angle between 30 and 45 degrees.

The roof also needs to be as clear as possible of obstructions that cause shade, such as other buildings or over hanging trees.

Your best idea is to call in an expert who can look at what your house could generate in either hot water or electricity, the cost of installation and what savings you could expect to make.

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