A solar hot water heater is an appliance whose time has come! With price hikes for propane, natural gas, and electricity around the corner, switching to the free energy of the sun makes money sense as well as earth sense.
In our three decades of experience with “sun-based systems”, we have never seen a better time to install one. Prices are competitive, energy-efficiency is leading edge, and there are tax credits and rebates unmatched in the history of solar power.
Make the switch to a solar hot water heater or replace a broken one with the best one
Call 941-924-3016 for a free estimate
The first question many people ask is, “How much will it cost?”
We don’t try to keep this a mystery, because it is also no secret that a solar hot water heater eliminates a huge electricity cost – so much so much that it pays for itself in fewer than six years. After that, your hot water is free for a decade or two. So it is clearly cost competitive with an old-fashioned system.
The initial cost is more than a conventional system. The actual cost must be computed during our free estimate (there is no obligation to buy if you aren’t convinced of the savings). Obviously, our sunny Nature Coast is one of the best climates for taking advantage of free solar energy.
- An average family of four spends about 30 cents out of every utility bill dollar to heat water for showers, dishwashers and clothes laundering. On average, that’s about $1000 a year.
- With a solar hot water heater, you keep about one-third of every dollar on your utility bill, which will not only be smaller, but also more predictable for as long as you live in your home.
Why has there never been a better time?
- Governments are doing everything they can to encourage energy efficiency.
- The federal government is allowing a tax credit of up to 30% of the cost of a solar hot water heater. That’s a credit. The total comes off the top of your tax bill.
- The State of Florida is offering rebates of up to $500
- Utility companies are getting on board, and some offer rebates
- You will pay no Florida sales tax on a system
Choose a solar hot water heater and you will likely increase the resale value of your home. Some homeowners are recovering the entire cost of the system when they sell. In a historically competitive real estate environment, solar can seal the deal. A lot of home buyers are getting on the environmental protection bandwagon.
Another question is, “What happens when it is cloudy?”
The answer is, “You keep enjoying your supply of hot water.” First of all, solar rays beam through cloud cover, so they are continually being collected by the solar panels. Secondly, a solar hot water heater stores far more water than conventional types, because you also want hot water after the sun goes down.
A final question: “What do the solar panels look like on my roof?”
Engineers have streamlined the appearance of the solar collectors. We can mount them flush with your roof, which gives them the appearance of a skylight. You have the option of colors to match your roof color, including the terra cotta hues so popular in Florida.
Take advantage of the best time in history to choose a solar hot water heater
Call 941-924-3016 for a free estimate
We will install and service your solar hot water heater in Sarasota, Venice, Nokomis, Osprey, North Port, Englewood, Parrish, Palmetto, Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, Tampa, Land O Lakes, Manatee County, Hillsborough County and Pasco County.