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Solar Hot Water Systems and Components

What to look for

Consider the following when choosing a solar panel system:

  • A system, not just panels

    As well as solar panels, you will need a solar hot water tank, new lengths of pipework and controls. These should be sized and installed by a CANSIA-approved professional.

  • Your purpose

    The best configuration will depend on whether you are using the system for domestic hot water only, for domestic hot water plus space heating, or for a swimming pool. Again, consult a CANSIA-approved professional.

  • Durability

    Coatings and seals should be guaranteed for at least 25 years for normal circumstances.

  • Government Grants

    A wide range of government grants are available, depending on the building type and application. A good starting point to research this is http://www.saskenergy.com/saving_energy/GrantpublicationFINAL.pdf but a professional installer may be aware of other available subsidies.

Criteria

Vendors

Nexus Solar CorpSaskatoon, SK1-306-373-5960
Rock Paper Sun Ltd.Saskatoon, SK1-306-290-1875
Suncatcher Solar HomesDelisle, SK(306) 493 2355
Kelln SolarLumsden, SK(888) 731-8882
Sustainable Concepts IncPilot Butte, SK(306) 781-4561
Solar OutpostSaskatoon, SK(306) 975-1211
Mech-El ServicesSaskatoon, SK(306) 956-0177
Solar Freedom InternationalSaskatoon, SK
Prairie Alternative Energy SolutionsSaskatoon1 306 221-6378
Solar EraRegina SK
Evergreen Energy SolutionsRegina SK1 306 585 2288
WSE TechnologiesSaskatoon, SK1 306 244 8808
Regina Geothermal & Solar IncRegina, SK(306) 591 2243
Terralta IncMedicine Hat AB1 403 866 4328