FAQ 
How does a solar pool heater/water heater work?
Can I install a solar pool heater to heat a spa?
Does solar heating systems pollute the environment?
What special maintenance is required?
Where do you install the solar collectors?
Does solar collector orientation matter?
How do I control the temperature of my solar heated pool/solar water heater?
Do I need a pool cover?
What size solar heating system do I need?
How much would a solar pool heater or solar hot water heater cost?
How much does it cost to operate my solar heating system?
How long will the solar equipment last?
What is a solar hot water heater?
Is solar hot water heater a good investment?
What kind of tax credit can I get for a solar water heating system?
How much can I really save on a solar heating system?
How will the solar collectors panels look on our roof?
Will I run out of hot water?
What does ISO 9002 mean?
How does a solar pool heater / water heater work?
Whether it is a solar pool heater or a solar water heater, it is a system of solar collectors (sometimes called solar panels) and an automatic control unit that work together to create a reliable and carefree heating system.
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You can see how solar hot water heater works here >>
Can I install a solar pool heater to heat a spa?
Yes. The solar collectors and the automatic control unit work the same way, and you can set the thermostat for 104 degrees the same way as if you were to heat a pool.
Does solar heating systems pollute the environment?
No. Solar heating systems use sunlight and require no fuel. It will never pollute the environment nor deplete natural resources.
What special maintenance is required?
No special maintenance is required. Our automatic control unit senses the temperature changes in sunlight and water temperature and adjusts accordingly. The system functions without the use of any additional electrical energy. Son Energy Inc. has a maintenance program that comes out and takes care of your solar systems needs, so you don't have to worry.
Where do you install the solar collectors?
The solar collectors panels can be mounted on the roof or mounted on the ground. They can also be installed on a patio cover. See our residential gallery and our commercial gallery for a better idea of the installations.
Does solar collector orientation matter?
We prefer to install solar collectors facing south, but all directions will work, provided there is enough room for the number of solar collectors that you need. The installer will inform you after their initial consultation, and answer your questions.
How do I control the temperature of my solar heated pool/solar water heater?
All our solar heating systems come with an automatic control unit. You set the temperature that you want, and the control system does the rest. You literally set it and forget it!
No. But a pool cover can help retain heat at night and prevent evaporation loss, especially in the cool early spring and late fall.
What size solar heating system do I need?
Depending on your solar pool heating and solar hot water needs, the size of the solar heating system will be determined by the number of people in your household, size of the pool, and the orientation of the solar collectors. Other important factors include wind across the pool, year long access to the pool, if you have a pool cover, and other factors.
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How much would a solar pool heater or solar hot water heater cost?
Actual pricing will depend upon your needs.
A solar heating system prices for a residential pool starts at $2,500.00 and up. The pool size, location, room available to install the solar collectors, number of people in the household, type of pool equipment, are all variables that determine the pricing.
A solar hot water heater starts at $2,500.00 and up, depending upon the number of people in your household, hot water usage, room available for solar collectors, factors that determine your solar heating system costs. We need to perform a careful inspection of your site to determine your needs, prior to giving you an estimate.
Please call us today at (877) 407-6527 or (760) 738-4066 for a free consultation.
How much does it cost to operate my solar heating system?
Because you are using sunlight to power your solar heater, there are no costs to operate your solar heating system.
How long will the solar equipment last?
Solar collectors can be expected to last 20 years. All our installations come with full manufacturer's warranties and additional warranty coverage can be purchased.
What is a solar hot water heater?
A solar hot water heater uses sunlight to heat water before it enters the conventional water heater. Because Southern California is blessed with sunny weather year-round, making the solar hot water heater very effective, so effective that it can generate up to 85% of your annual water heating needs.
Is a solar hot water heater a good investment?
The potential savings depends upon the number of people in your home or building, and the type of conventional water heater you have. You can save up to 85% of your monthly energy bill.
If you are heating hot water with electricity or natural gas, then a solar water heating system can be a great investment for you. You can enjoy lower monthly energy bills right away.
For every dollar you save, you are saving non-taxable income, so you have more money in your pocket.
What kind of tax credit can I get for a solar water heating system?
You will receive a 30% federal tax credit, up to $2,000.00 for your home and a 30% federal credit with no cap for your business. Please consult your tax accountant to see if you qualify.
How much can I really save on a solar heating system?
The average household spends approximately $1200.00 every year in energy bills. With a solar hot water heater, you are looking at saving up to $600 for heating hot water.
How will the solar collectors panels look on our roof?
Roof mounted solar collectors are angled at the same slope as the roof. In the past, only "black" solar panels were available. Now, we have "terra cotta" and "gray" solar panels that blend with the tiled roofs that are so popular here in Southern California. From a distance, you can't even tell that you have solar on your roof!
Ground mounted solar collector panels can also be installed.
Please check our residential gallery and commercial gallery to see how it looks >>
No, because the temperatures from a solar water heater (reaches and exceeds 212° F) is much higher than a conventional water heater (120° to 130° F). Therefore, your existing water heater works very little compared to not having a solar water heater installed. You will be able to get more years out of your existing water heater.
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