Do Solar Hot Water Systems Work on Cloudy Days?
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Do they work on cloudy days?
One of the most common questions we get asked here at Bar Plumbing & Solar is about solar hot water systems is “Do they work on cloudy days?”, especially as we enter storm season. The simple answer to this question is yes, solar hot water systems will still work on cloudy days. However, they will not be as effective as they would be on a sunny day.
Energy from the sun
Solar hot water systems work by harnessing the energy from the sun and using it to heat water in a tank. The main difference between a solar hot water system and a conventional gas or electric system is that with a solar system, you are using free energy from the sun to heat your water, rather than paying for electricity or gas. This means that over time, solar hot water systems will save you money on your energy bills
Effective on cloudy days as they would be on sunny days.
However, as we mentioned before, solar hot water systems will not be as effective on cloudy days as they would be on sunny days. This is because there is less sunlight available to heat the water in the collectors. On very cloudy days, you may find that your solar system does not provide enough hot water for your needs and you will need to supplement it with some heat from another source such as an electric element or gas booster.
Even on cloudy days, solar hot water systems will still work,
Solar hot water systems are a great way to save money on your energy bills while doing your bit for the environment. Even on cloudy days, solar hot water systems will still work, although they might not be as effective as they would be on sunny days. If you have any further questions about solar hot water systems, please don’t hesitate to contact us and we’ll be happy to help.Whether you’re looking to secure government rebates for solar hot water or you’re looking to embrace a sustainable lifestyle and lower emissions, get in touch with James and the team from Bar Plumbing today to have a chat about options for your solar hot water needs.
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