Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Does a Solahart take long to install? If your current solar hot water system breaks down Solahart can have you back in hot water within 24 hours to take away the inconvenience of cold showers.
  • What are the environmental benefits of a Solahart water heater? Water heating accounts for around 25% of the average household’s energy usage. Getting your hot water free from the sun not only saves energy, it also saves the greenhouse gas emissions that would have been produced in the generation of that energy. The Government also supports the Solar by reducing Custom Duty and Zero Vat of Solar Hot Water System.
  • Is there an alternative to placing the tank on the roof? Solahart’s revolutionary range of Streamline Split System solar water heaters allows you to enjoy all the benefits of Solahart’s advanced solar technology – without the tank on the roof. The Solahart Streamline system locates the low profile collectors on your roof, with the tank installed at ground level.
  • How long does it take to pay for itself? Financial payback will vary depending on your circumstances, but with the available incentives plus the ongoing energy savings you can begin to recoup your additional investment straight away when you remain connected to the same Electric Hot Water System. After you recover your initial investment, the savings are yours to spend on yourself and your family, year after year.
  • Why do solar water heaters have boosters? All solar water heaters include electric boosters to ensure you have hot water even during the colder, darker days of winter, on those rainy days and as more friends – family join. By selecting the right Solahart model for your area and your family’s hot water usage patterns, you can ensure you minimise the need to use the booster.
  • What Government subsidy is available? There is no subsidy available for Solar Hot Water in Nepal but is rebate provision in custom duty and zero VAT to support the Green Energy.
  • Is the position on the roof important? Solar systems work best on an unshaded south-facing roof. It is also possible to install a solar system on an east or west facing roof. However, this will reduce the performance of the system.
  • What is the difference between a solar hot water system and a solar power system? A solar hot water system uses the visible and infrared radiation from the sun to directly heat water. A solar power system uses the visible radiation from the sun and converts it into electricity for use in the home or to be fed into the electricity grid.