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| Is solar water heating a viable alternative to gas or electric heating? |
| Solar should not be seen as an alternative to these heat sources, but rather a supplement. Solar cannot totally replace the need for these sources, as there are times where there is very little, if any sunlight. However, over the course of a year, a correctly sized solar system can provide 60-70% of your household hot water needs. Providing more than this is unadvisable, as too much heat will be generated in the summer. |
| How long will it take to recoup my investment? |
| SunMaxx Solar Water Heaters are much more affordable than most other Solar Water Heaters available on the market today. For a household of 4, may not be much more than the cost of a new gas or electric heating system. Depending on your location (solar levels) and current hot water use, the annual gas or electric savings will vary. However, in a normal household that spends 25% of its annual electric bill on water heating, the full cost of the purchase may be recouped as quickly as 4-5 years. There is little doubt that you will save thousands of dollars, or more, over the lifetime of your SunMaxx Solar Water Heater. |
| Can the SunMaxx Collectors be used in cold weather climates? |
| Yes. SunMaxx Collectors can be used in temperatures as low as -30 oC, although performance is greatly reduced in such extreme conditions. Good heat output is still achieved in mild, sub-zero conditions. |
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| What happens if one of my Evacuated Tubes is broken? |
| First, Evacuated Tubes are very tough, and not easily broken. But, if the worst should happen, evacuated tubes can be replaced very easily. They are inexpensive, and available through your local SunMaxx Dealer, or directly from SunMaxx Solar. While waiting for your replacement tube(s), your SunMaxx Evacuated Tube Solar Collector can continue to operate with several broken/missing tubes – however, the system’s efficiency will be reduced during this time. |
| Will water be heated on a cloudy day? |
| Yes. Although the output of the collector will be reduced on cloudy days, it is still able to provide a significant amount of heating. The cloudier the day, the more that you backup gas or electric heater will be used to maintain the proper temperature in your hot water. This type of automated system ensures that you never run out of hot water, regardless of your weather conditions. |
| Can I use a SunMaxx Solar Water Heater with my current system? |
Normally, yes. Simple retrofit valves can often be used to allow solar to connect to your existing cold water inlet. If your tank cannot accept the solar input directly, an additional storage tank can be installed to pre-heat the cold water prior to entering the existing tank.
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