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05Apr

How do I know which type of storage tank that I need?

Well, there are really two main options here; pressurized tank or non-pressure tank.The pressure tank will come with heat exchange coils on the inside (2 or 3 depending on style) that will be tied into a closed solar loop and open DHW loop. The additional...
05Apr

How do I know which size of storage tank I need?

There are many answers to this question but it really boils down to this...you need the one that best suits your application, your solar collector field, your budget and your available space.If you use a Heliomaxx kits from Sunmaxx, we have sized the storage vessels...
04Apr

How long does it usually take to install a prepackaged DHW kit?

Well, that all depends but usually 2 workers can install a simple DHW kit and have it fully commissioned within 3 days. There are some cases where only 2 days is required and some days more. Our Heliomaxx kits are designed for simplicity and we...
04Apr

Do I have to run the piping through the roof?

No, you do not have to. You can, and should, use flexible stainless steel piping which allows you to direct the piping anywhere you want with very little trouble. Many installers will choose to send the piping the ;ong way around just to avoid a...
04Apr

How do I know if my system is performing the way it should be?

First of all, your system performance will be measured by BTU'S produced, NOT by temperature achieved. The simplest way to accomplish this is by following this method: 1- Record your solar tank temperature first thing in the morning, before the solar pump turns on. 2- be sure...
04Apr

What is NABCEP and why is it important?

The North American Board of Certified energy Practitioners is a standard of excellence for Solar Installers. Anyone who meets the criteria for NABCEP certification meets the most rigorous demands for competency in the US. Being NABCEP certified allow you to gain eligibility to a broader...
04Apr

How do I size a solar hot water system for my household?

Typically, an american average consumption of 20 gallons of hot water per day per person can be used to size systems. There are some variations in that however so we need to be careful about just using rules of thumb. For most of the Sunmaxx...