G.E.T. Solar Solutions Services & Installation Duncan BC

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Jim Musselwhite just recently completed our solar hot-water heating system and the finished work more than met our expectations. We feel fortunate to have chosen Jim as our installer. He not only brought with him the necessary skills and knowledge of his plumbing trade and solar heating, but showed us with his enthusiasm of solar energy that he has a conscience regarding the environment. I have no hesitation in recommending G.E.T. Solar Solutions.

Ian Rapps, Victoria, BC
Residential Solar Client

did you know...

The concept of Solar Energy is not new
In 1921 Albert Einstein won the Nobel Prize for his experiments with solar energy.

Solar hot-water reduces energy costs
With a solar hot-water system, a typical household can meet 70% of hot-water needs.

Solar systems improve our environment
Reduced demand for fossil fuels will improve the environment by reducing air and water pollution as well as the heat-trapping gases that cause global warming.

Using Solar Power will save you money
Although a solar hot-water system has an up-front cost for installation, it will save you money in the long run. Solar heating systems pay for themselves during their 20+ year lifetime if one considers their consistently compounded rise in fuel costs against their steady annual collection of "FREE" solar energy. What else can you buy that even begins to pay for itself?

Solar Power is a good investment
Return investment on a solar water heating system is generally between 5% and 14% and you can even take it with you if you move!

Increase the value of your property
With a solar hot-water heating system installed and operating, your property value will increase.

For more information on the benefits of solar heating systems or specifically on Government Incentives and opportunities for Households, Builders and Developers, Local Governments, Schools, First Nations, and Social Housing, please visit SolarBC.

I recently had a Solar hot-water Heating System installed in my home by G.E.T. Solar Solutions and would like to say that I was very pleased with the project. Jim Musselwhite has a plumber’s certificate and has had many years experience as a plumber which really enhanced his approach to the job. I would definitely recommend Jim for this type of project and wouldn’t hesitate to call him for any general plumbing needs as well.

Lucille Ross, Residential Solar Client,
Victoria, BC

where can solar energy be used?

Solar Energy Systems have been chosen for a wide variety of applications:

Residential:

• Domestic hot-water
• Home pools
• Space heating

Commercial:

• Public swimming pools
• Car washes
• Hospitals
• Hotels
• Schools

*any place desiring to lower their government expense on carbon tax premiums.

G.E.T. Solar Solutions Services & Installation

Uniting the Sun and the Earth - Creating Sustainable Energy

Choosing a Solar Energy System for your home or business offers you the opportunity to make a positive difference to your carbon footprint by reducing greenhouse gas emissions, increasing the energy efficiency of your home, and moving toward a sustainable energy future.

G.E.T. Solar Solutions provides:

• Residential solar hot-water system installations
• Commercial installations of solar energy systems
• Eco-friendly plumbing services

See G.E.T. Solar’s 10-Step Residential Installation Process...

Flush mount roof penetration

hot water tank

Wand heat exchange single tank
system with pump mounted onto a
regular hot-water tank

Residential Solar Hot-Water Heating

Benefits of an in-home system:

• renewable energy with the fastest payback
• reduce annual hot-water costs by 40-50%
• provide you with 1500-3000 kWh of energy/year
• eliminate up to 2 tonnes of CO2 emissions/year

The energy you can expect to save by adding a solar hot-water heater to your current system depends on:

• the size of the collectors and storage tank
• the appliance’s efficiency
• the amount of sunlight in your region
• most important - the amount of water you use

By installing a solar water heater
you CAN make a difference!

Most solar water heaters consist of:

• solar collectors mounted on the roof of a house
• a pump for circulating the heat transfer fluid
• a heat exchanger to transfer the heat to storage
• one or two storage tanks for storing solar-heated water for periods when there is no sun

St. Michael’s University
Commerical Installation

Commercial Solar Energy Systems

Commerical solar hot-water heaters provide an even faster payback than residential installations due to their ability to offset larger fuel consumption and resulting expenses in addition to their potential government incentive packages. See SolarBC and National Resources Canada for further information on incentive packages for commercial solar installations.

The first step toward any commercial project is a feasibility study, which a RETscreen Analysis will provide. This will indicate an accurate estimate of the savings in fuel useage in relation to the projected reductions of carbon emissions that your system will provide.

Larger systems will require a consult with our engineer for design efficiency.

Eco-friendly water saving showerhead

infloor heating

Infloor radiant space heating

Eco-Friendly Plumbing

Eco-friendly plumbing looks to reduce water usage and increase water efficiency; this saves money.

Reducing and redirecting used or grey water are excellent ways of doing this.

Examples include:
• collecting and filtering used water from faucets, dishwashers, and washing machines and then recycling it as non-potable (non-drinking) water.
• watering indoor and outdoor plants as well as redirecting used water to flush toilets reduces waste in one's sewage system and one's need for potable water.
• installing a low-flow showerhead, toilet, and faucet aerator, which can actually reduce one's water usage by up to 50%.

This reduction and redirection of water then reduces the amount of water that needs heating and further reduces the energy required by your hot-water heater by up to another 50%!

The G.E.T. Solar 10-Step Residential Installation Process

1. Contact our qualified installer to discuss and determine the best system to meet your specific needs. We offer several systems to consider.

2. Determine a suitable location for your solar system: a south facing roof is most beneficial for average annual energy collection and ultimate performance efficiency.

3. Get a Quote from our installer based on the system you have chosen.

4. Complete a Solar B.C. Installation Agreement and recieve your Solar BC grant at the point of sale. Then determine an appropriate installation date and schedule.

5. Have your installer obtain a plumbing permit.

6. Obtain financing if necessary by by applying for your "Green Loan" through either TD Canada Trust or VanCity, or determine and establish your own source of financing. See http://www.solarbc.ca/learn/incentives-costs for more information.

7. Pay a pre-determined installation deposit to your installer who can then purchase your solar and plumbing products.

8. Installer ensures that your installation is passed as required by a plumbing inspector.

9. Sign off the installation agreement when the job has been completed to your satisfaction and pay your outstanding balance to our installer.

10. Enjoy the efficiency and cost effectiveness of your new solar system!

G.E.T. Solar Solutions