Solar Hot Water Heating Installation & Service in East & North Yorkshire
Affordable Solar Thermal (Solar Hot Water) Systems for your Home.
At Westwood Plumbing & Heating Ltd., we help homeowners across East and North Yorkshire harness the power of the sun with professional solar thermal installations. Also known as solar hot water or solar water heating, these systems provide an efficient way to heat your domestic hot water, helping to reduce energy costs and lower your carbon footprint.
Every system is custom-designed to suit your property, with performance and reliability as the priority. We work throughout East Yorkshire, including Beverley, Driffield, Bridlington, Market Weighton, Goole and Pocklington, as well as North Yorkshire, including York, Harrogate, Scarborough, Whitby, Malton, Ripon, Thirsk and Northallerton.
What is a Solar Thermal System?
A solar thermal system, sometimes called solar hot water, uses heat from the sun to warm up the water you use in your home. It is designed primarily for domestic hot water, rather than space heating.
Solar thermal collectors are installed on the roof. These collectors capture the sun’s heat and transfer it into a closed-loop fluid. A small pump circulates that warmed fluid through a coil inside a hot water cylinder, where the heat is passed into your stored hot water.
Because the available solar energy changes through the year, solar thermal is typically used alongside your existing boiler or an immersion heater. In simple terms, solar does the “base load” when it can, and your conventional system tops up when needed, especially in winter.
A correctly designed system can reduce the amount of fuel or electricity you use for hot water, particularly during spring and summer, and it can provide hot water year-round. Most homes will also need a suitable hot water cylinder, and in some cases this may need to be upgraded to work properly with solar thermal.
Why Choose Solar Water Heating for your Home?
- Lower energy bills
Reduce reliance on gas, oil, or electricity. - Eco-friendly
Cut your carbon footprint with renewable energy. - Year-round Efficiency
Works in the Yorkshire climate, even in winter. - Property Value
Adds long-term value and appeal to your home.
Solar Thermal System Costs & Payback
The cost of installing a solar thermal (solar hot water) system depends on collector type, cylinder requirements, and your household’s hot water demand. As a general benchmark, a typical solar water heating system costs around £6,000, and systems can provide a meaningful share of a home’s hot water over the year, with higher contribution in summer and lower in winter.
Typically, systems can pay for themselves in 7-10 years through energy savings, with lifespans expected to surpass a minimum of 20+ years when properly maintained.
With rising energy prices, more homeowners are turning to solar hot water as a cost-effective, sustainable choice. We will survey your home and provide a fixed quotation based on roof position, shading, cylinder suitability, and expected hot water use.
Contact us for a free, no-obligation quote bespoke to your home.
Evacuated Tube vs Flat Plate Collectors
We supply and install both major types of solar collectors. Our impartial engineers will recommend the best option for your property.
Evacuated Tubes
• Highly efficient, even in low light
• Longer lifespan
• Ideal for year-round performance
Flat Plate Collectors
• More affordable upfront
• Neat, integrated look on roofs
• Best suited to south-facing roofs
Solar Thermal Servicing & Maintenance
Like any heating system, solar water heating needs regular maintenance, and our team is here to keep yours performing at its best.
To keep your system running efficiently, we offer:
- Annual system checks & glycol top-ups
- System flushing to maintain peak efficiency
- Repairs for pumps, sensors, and controllers
- Ongoing support for homeowners across Yorkshire
Westwood, your first choice for Solar Water Heating
We don’t just install solar thermal systems; we provide end-to-end support, from design to annual servicing.
Local engineers serving communities since 2016
Trusted for quality, reliability, and aftercare
Get a FREE Estimate today
Ready to reduce your bills and make your home more sustainable? Get in touch with your local solar thermal specialists in East & North Yorkshire. Call our team on 01482 688788 or request a free online consultation to see how much you could save with solar water heating.
Your Questions Answered
Thinking about installing solar thermal panels for your home? We know it’s a big decision, and you probably have plenty of questions about how the system works, costs, maintenance, and whether it’s right for your property.
That’s why we’ve put together a clear and helpful FAQ section, so you can find all the answers you need before taking the next step toward renewable hot water
