Installation

Solar systems are not complicated or difficult to install.  Installation can easily be accomplished by someone with basic plumbing and wiring knowledge.  With a good installation manual and some expert advice from Penn Solar Supply, the do-it-yourselfer can achieve excellent results and save on installation costs.  Or, Penn Solar can provide professional installation for you for either all or part of the system. 

Location of Solar Collectors

The most important factor to consider in determining the location of the solar collectors is exposure to the sun.  Collectors need to receive direct sunlight between the hours of 9 am and 3 pm.   

Collectors don't necessarily have to be mounted on a roof.  There are other installation options available which may work better for a particular location.

A Test for the Do-It-Yourselfer

Study the following diagram.

If you recognize a few of the thingamagiggys and realize that some basic plumbing and electrical knowledge is required to put it all together, you could easily install the system yourself.