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Solar Hot Water |
How does solar work?
A solar hot water system captures solar
radiation through a collector and transfers
that energy to a fluid that flows to your
domestic hot water (DHW) tank. Other
common uses are radiant space heating and
pool heating.
These systems can be installed as a
preheater to an existing DHW tank, or can be
used with a stand alone dual coil tank. The
dual coil tank option would make sense for
someone who is looking to eliminate a costly
electric or gas fired tank.
While a properly designed and installed
system can produce over 70% of a home's
hot water needs, all systems require a back
up to cover gaps in solar production.
For more information on how solar works,
visit our preferred supplier Viessmann.
A solar hot water system captures solar
radiation through a collector and transfers
that energy to a fluid that flows to your
domestic hot water (DHW) tank. Other
common uses are radiant space heating and
pool heating.
These systems can be installed as a
preheater to an existing DHW tank, or can be
used with a stand alone dual coil tank. The
dual coil tank option would make sense for
someone who is looking to eliminate a costly
electric or gas fired tank.
While a properly designed and installed
system can produce over 70% of a home's
hot water needs, all systems require a back
up to cover gaps in solar production.
For more information on how solar works,
visit our preferred supplier Viessmann.
Tax Incentives and Rebates:
Federal and state tax credits (30% no cap
and 15% up to $1,000) are available to offset
the cost of a solar installation. National Grid
also offers a rebate (15% up to $1,500) for
customers who use natural gas in
conjunction with a solar heating system.
For more information on rebates that may be
available in your area, visit www.dsireusa.org
Low and no interest loans are also available
through www.masssave.com
Federal and state tax credits (30% no cap
and 15% up to $1,000) are available to offset
the cost of a solar installation. National Grid
also offers a rebate (15% up to $1,500) for
customers who use natural gas in
conjunction with a solar heating system.
For more information on rebates that may be
available in your area, visit www.dsireusa.org
Low and no interest loans are also available
through www.masssave.com
How much does it cost?
Average system installation $13,500
Federal tax credit -$4,050
State tax credit -$1,000
National grid rebate -$1,500
Net cost $6,950
How Long will it last?
Expect your solar system to perform for 20
years or more.
Average system installation $13,500
Federal tax credit -$4,050
State tax credit -$1,000
National grid rebate -$1,500
Net cost $6,950
How Long will it last?
Expect your solar system to perform for 20
years or more.
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