FAQs
Q: DOES SOLAR WORK DURING THE WINTER?
A: The Simplee Solar system is designed to work all year round. It is dependant on radiation levels, which vary on a daily basis.
Q: DO I NEED PLANNING PERMISSION?
A: With the exception of Grade 1 and 2 listed buildings solar panels are usually considered a permitted development, which fall under the town and country planning order of 1995. If you live in an area of outstanding natural beauty or conservation area it would be wise to seek the consent of the local authority.
Q: CAN THE PANELS PRODUCE ELECTRICITY?
A: The Simplee Solar collectors are for the production of hot water only, commonly known as 'Thermal Solar Systems'. They are not to be confused with PV panels namely Photovoltaic which are used to produce electricity.
Q: CAN I HEAT MY RADIATORS?
A: No, the collection area required to make a significant input to your space heating system would take up a surface area far greater than available on an average British house, which would not be cost effective.
Q: WHAT GUARANTEE COMES WITH THE SYSTEM?
A: We offer a twelve month parts and labour guarantee for you installation along with a five year guarantee with you solar panels.
Q: HOW MUCH WILL I SAVE ON MY ENERGY BILLS?
A: A Simplee Solar system is designed to provide upto 70% of your annual hot water needs.
Which equates to about 30% of your total energy bill – subject to individual use.
Q: WHAT IF WE MOVE?
A: The Simplee Solar system is a modular system and can be easily re-located to a new property.
Q: I HAVE A COMBINATION BOILER, IS IT COMPATIBLE?
A: Most combination boilers on the market are designed to receive water no greater than 25 Degrees Celsius, with the Simplee Solar system we collect all the available energy and store it in a thermal storage unit which is then delivered either direct to the hot water taps by passing the boiler or is blended down to 25 Degrees reducing the boilers work load by 50% .
Q: ARE YOUR INSTALLERS QUALIFIED?
A: Simplee Solar only use Bpec approved installers
Q: HOW MUCH DOES THE SYSTEM COST?
A: The cost of a Simplee Solar installation is dependent on the property itself. There are many factors to consider, for example, the number of occupants in the property, the number of panels required the demand for hot water and the size of the hot water cylinder. We initially arrange a visit with a representative to determine cost as it is not possible to determine without a survey, however, this survey has no obligation and is free of charge