How a solar water heater works
- Water travels in pipes through solar collectors (typically installed on your roof), where it is heated by the sun.
- Then the water is returned to the hot water storage tank, ready for use in the kitchen
How a solar water heater works
- Water travels in pipes through solar collectors (typically installed on your roof), where it is heated by the sun.
- Then the water is returned to the hot water storage tank, ready for use in the kitchen, bath or laundry room.
- A backup heating element is in the tank, so you’ll have plenty of hot water, no matter what the weather.
+ Customers are required to purchase a new solar water heater to be eligible for the credits and rebates. Participation in the EnergyWise program is required for the Progress Energy rebate.
* Maximum credit includes enrollment of pool pump in the EnergyWise program.
** Federal tax credits are currently available through Dec. 31, 2016. State rebates may also be available.
A typical solar system saves anywhere from 70% to as much as 90% of the total amount spent on heating water for home needs. The average person uses $15 to $20 per month in hot water. An average household of 3 - 5 spends approximately $40 to as much as $100 per month in electricity for hot water heating purposes. These figures are conservative as long showers, lots of clothes washing, and dishes can pus