How Solar Works
Will solar work on my home or business?
Will I need to adapt my home or business to run on solar power?
No big utility bill? Really?
Should I wait for new technology?
What size system do I need?
What kind of maintenance is required?
How reliable is solar power?
Do I need a battery back-up system?
What happens at night, or when the weather turns cloudy?
What happens if there is a black out?
How long will a solar system last?
Installation Process
Is it difficult to install a system and switch over to solar power?
How long will it take to get my new solar system up and running?
What kind of permits are needed?
What if my roof needs to be repaired or replaced after I’ve installed solar panels?
Financial Benefits of Solar Power
Does a solar system make financial sense for me?
Will the government really give rebates and tax incentives for going solar?
Is now a good time to buy a solar system?
Do you have financing available?
SolarLease
What are my options at the end of the SolarLease?
What if I move to a new home before the end of the SolarLease?
Can I decide to buy the system later?
A SolarLease includes full service. What repairs are covered?
How does the performance guarantee work?
- Can a solar water heating system be used in place of a traditional gas or electric heating system? In order to ensure proper efficiency of your water heating system, a solar energy system must be used in conjunction with a traditional gas or electric heating system, rather than as an alternative to a traditional system.
- Do solar systems produce hot water in the winter?
Pretasol solar systems will operate and produce hot water during the winter months but may require anti-freeze protection where applicable. - Do solar systems produce hot water on a cloudy/overcast day?
Pretasol solar systems will be able to provide heating during cloudy, or overcast days, but may require the use of traditional gas or electric heating system to produce required temperatures. - Can I use a solar collector with my existing hot water system?
Most often times solar collectors can be used with an existing system by utilizing a simplistic solar conversion valve that connects to your existing water tank. - What happens if one of the solar tubes is broken?
The tubes are very strong and not easily broken, but can be replaced very easily should one break due to extreme conditions. They are inexpensive and available though your local Apricus distributor. - What is the payback/ROI of the system?
Depending on factors including geographic location of the system, insolation levels (amount of solar radiation) in that area and annual usage of the system, an average household of 4 can expect to recover the cost of a solar system within 4 to 6 years. - What is the life of the solar collector systems?
Solar systems have a life expectancy of greater than 20 years with a manufacturer’s warranty of 10 years. - Do solar heating systems require any maintenance?
Maintenance of the system is negligible; however, an annual assessment of the solar system is recommended to help to maintain efficiency levels and to help avoid potential long term problems with the system. - If I order a solar water heating system, what do I get?
All units are normally sold as a complete system with all components included to install and operate the system. If you require separate components we can sell them, please click here to fill out our enquiry form. - How much does a solar thermal system cost?
A fully installed Pretasol solar thermal system, which can provide enough hot water for a family of four, costs approximately €3,000 before grants are applied. - Where can I purchase a Pretasol solar thermal system?
You can purchase a system by filling out our contact form, or by calling us direct on 952 801 959. You can also contact one of our certified dealers by using our dealer locator service.
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