Unique skylight-like solar hot water system now available to Long Islanders

Oct. 2, 2008 - PRLog -- A new, attractive solar-powered hot water system that looks like a skylight is available for the first time on Long Island, offered through Built Well Solar Corp., Long Island’s premier solar energy provider.

“We’re very pleased to be bringing this system to Long Island homeowners and businesses,” said Built Well Solar’s Dan Sabia.

Well-known for their quality solar-electric installations — the company has designed and installed more solar-electric systems on Long Island than most other companies combined — Built Well Solar brings that same level of expertise to the solar hot water arena. And, the equipment itself has been designed and warranteed by Velux, a global leader in solar energy technologies.

Velux’s innovative solar hot water system, which has been popular in Europe for years, first became available in the United States in February, and only just recently on Long Island through Built Well Solar. Unlike the typical solar hot water system, which consists of evacuated tubes and other industrial-looking equipment, Velux designed its skylight-looking solar collectors to be aesthetically pleasing. In addition, the system delivers exceptional energy collection capabilities.

“This is one of those innovations that when you hear about it, you wonder why someone didn’t think of it before,” Mr. Sabia said. “It’s a great idea, and with world-class Velux executing that idea in the form of quality equipment, this is a great system.”

Considering that about one-fifth of the average home’s energy goes to heating water, harnessing the sun to heat that water means lower oil, gas or electricity usage, which translates into lower utility bills. On average, a solar hot water system reduces water heating bills anywhere from 50% to 80%, industry experts say. And, the sun is not subject to energy shortages or rate hikes. Plus, of course, solar power is a priceless solution as far as benefiting the planet, the perfect alternative to fossil fuels.

“Just as a solar-electric [also called photovoltaic or PV] system can reduce or eliminate your monthly electric bills, a solar water heating system [also called solar thermal] can significantly lower your water heating costs,” said Ken Sanger, Project Manager for Built Well Solar. Sanger says the average home usually calls for two to three rooftop solar collectors and a hot water holding tank with a capacity of 80 or 120 gallons, depending on water usage.

“Solar hot water, particularly when utilized in tandem with solar-electric, presents a remarkable opportunity to cut monthly expenses and, at the same time, do the right thing for our planet,” Mr. Sabia said.

For more information about switching to solar power to reduce electricity and hot water costs and your carbon footprint, contact Ken Sanger at (516) 695-1000 or e-mail him at info@builtwellsolar.com. Also visit the website www.builtwellsolar.com.

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Built Well Solar Corp. is Long Island’s premier solar energy provider to homes, businesses and non-profits. The company has designed and installed more solar-electric systems on Long Island than most other companies combined, and more in Nassau County than anyone else. A Long Island Power Authority (LIPA) Solar Pioneer Program installer and Renewable Energy Long Island (RELI) prescreened contractor, Built Well Solar’s knowledgeable and experienced solar energy experts take care of every aspect of the solar-electric (PV) and solar hot water (thermal) installation process. Built Well Solar is known for quality and uncommonly attentive customer service.