Whilst rooftop solar hot water was all the rage in the 90’s and early 2000’s, technology has come a long way since then.
Heat pump hot water has become the popular choice for those customers looking to be energy and cost efficient. They also are eligible for government solar installation rebates.
The issue with rooftop solar hot water is that it places alot of weight onto your roof trusses that were not necessarily designed to carry that extra weight. If a rooftop solar hot water system fails then it can cause all types of structural and water damage to your property.
The other downside to rooftop solar is the cost in servicing and repairs. A technician must deal with an increased amount of danger due to the height at which they must work and access can be tricky. As a result the costs are higher.
With heat pump hot water, the system is generally installed in the same location as a traditional electric hot water system.
For more information on how heat pump works and the options available, please visit our sister company Speedy Hot Water’s website. Alternatively contact us direct on 1800 898 713 to discuss your options.
