Browse Forums Heating, Cooling & Insulation 1 Nov 04, 2011 3:06 pm I've spent the afternoon researching the internet about solar hot water systems and haven't come to any conclusions. Totally confused. Aquamax, Rinnai, Rheem, Dux... all just names at the moment but I have to choose one and fast. Can anyone advise or tell of their experiences with any of them? Please... Re: Solar hot water - Help me choose? 2Nov 04, 2011 3:38 pm Make sure its gas boosted (If you have mains gas) and the bigger the storage tank the better. We had a Dux and the initial panels all failed within 5 years and were replaced under warranty. I would hope they have resolved these problems otherwise they will be going out of business. The Harder You Try - the Luckier You Get ! Web site http://www.anewhouse.com.au Informative, Amusing, and Opinionated Blog - Over 600 posts on all aspects of building a new house. Re: Solar hot water - Help me choose? 4Nov 06, 2011 10:12 pm J & r, in a similar position with no natural gas. we are looking at an Apricus solar system with an electric backup system. Would prefer gas backup but that is not viable. This so far seems to be the most efficient solar we could find and the most practical backup. Settlement 1/2/12 New Shed 23/3/12 Slab poured 27/3/12 Frame complete 4/5/12 Roof complete 1/6/12 LOCKUP 29/6/12 Our new build blog http://kareenhillsownerbuild.blogspot.com/ Solar hot water - Help me choose? 5Nov 07, 2011 6:25 am We've got a Rheem, electic boosted (builders choice) ... I'm loving it. Haven't been here long enough to really work it out, but our family of 5 haven't used all the hot water as yet ( 300 odd litre tank) and haven't put the booster on (overcast days but no storms). ------------ Sent from my mobile device ... please excuse the typing missed cakes. ~ trying to build our dream home by the sea ~ Re: Solar hot water - Help me choose? 6Nov 08, 2011 4:46 pm I've got a Rheem gas boosted solar system which came as standard from my builder and have no complaints whatsoever. It doesn't really seem to use the gas boost even during winter but then it's only me in the house so the water use isn't extensive (tho I do like me a long shower ) the sun master is the solar heating to "warm" the water in the tank the S26 is your hot water system which will heat the water (25 degrees?) so with both turned on you… 2 13531 I want to build a decking to the drawn shape outlined in black. The problem is how close can I build to the gas hot water unit? Will I be able to build around it and be… 0 20224 DIY, Home Maintenance & Repair Hi, I've got a brand new (2nd hand) Bosch Hydropower 16H tankless hot water heater. Since it was installed I have noticed it leaks a lot. I took the cover off and it looks… 0 24147 |