Heat Water Using the Sun

Free Hot Water, Powered by the Sun. 

Solar thermal systems capture sunlight to heat your domestic water supply  reducing reliance on gas, cutting carbon emissions, and shrinking your energy bills. 

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Simple System. Serious Savings.

  • Solar collectors on your roof absorb heat from sunlight 
  • A fluid-filled coil transfers this heat to your water cylinder 
  • Your boiler or immersion only tops up when needed 
  • Works all year — with peak output in spring/summer 

Perfect For Homes That Use a Lot of Hot Water 

Type

Why It Works

Families with high hot water use Showers, baths, washing  daily savings
Homes with existing hot water cylinders Retrofit compatible
Sunny regions or south-facing roofs Maximise system efficiency
Combining with Heat Pump or Solar PV Compound your savings

 

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Cut Your Water Heating Bill by Up to 60% 

 

  • Water heating makes up 20–30% of a typical energy bill 
  • Solar thermal systems provide 50–70% of your annual hot water 
  • Can reduce home carbon emissions by up to 500 kg CO₂/year 

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    Type

    Description

    Best For

    Evacuated Tubes

    High-efficiency, compact, all-weather 

    Most UK homes
    Flat Plate Collectors Cost-effective, durable Large roof areas
    Solar + Cylinder Packages  Homes without existing hot water storage Complete solutions

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    Costs & Return on Investment 

      • Typical system cost: £3,000–£5,000 
      • Eligible for VAT reduction 
      • ROI in 5–8 years (faster if used with smart boiler or heat pump) 
      • Minimal maintenance required 

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      Maintenance & Warranty 

      • Panels last 20–25 years 
      • System check-ups every 3–5 years recommended 
      • All installations covered by MCS certification and manufacturer warranties 

      How We Ensure Compliance

      Does solar thermal work in winter?

      Yes — output is lower but still useful. Most effective from March to October.

      Do I need a hot water cylinder?

      Yes — the system heats stored water, not instant systems.

      Can I combine solar thermal with other systems?

      Absolutely — best paired with heat pumps or smart boilers for maximum efficiency. 

      Free Hot Water? It’s Not a Myth. It’s Solar Thermal. 

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