Want to cut your energy bills?
Then maybe you should consider installing a solar water heating unit with Kingspan Retrofit.
These units use solar energy to generate heat for your homes water and can provide up to 70% of your homes hot water for free per annum. What is Solar Energy? Solar energy is radiant energy produced by the sun and the solar thermal collector collects heat by absorbing this sunlight.
What does the installation involve?
The installation process involves fitting the solar vacuum tubes onto your roof. Kingspan Retrofit use the Varisol Solar Thermal Vacuum Tube Collector when installing solar hot water systems. This system consists of tubes that click fit together installed within the available space, making this award winning system very flexible. The tubes are then connected to the pipes to the solar cylinder and then commissioning of the system.
What are the advantages of solar vacuum tubes?
- Immediate and constant savings on your energy costs
- More effective than solar flat plate collectors
- Moisture and dirt cannot penetrate the collector as the tube is sealed
- These vacuum tubes are specifically designed to work effectively in the Irish climate, so even on overcast days they will supply heat to your water
- They will help reduce your carbon footprint
- A solar water heating system will help improve the properties BER.
Do solar thermal units require a lot of maintained?
A solar thermal system requires minimal maintenance. The system is fully automatic, made from hail resistant glass and is designed to be able to withstand freezing temperatures. It is recommended that you have your solar system checked every few years in order to ensure they are operating to maximum efficiency.
Is there a grant available?
Yes there is an SEAI Better Energy Homes grant available of up to €1,200 for homeowners who meet the set criteria.