ANSWERS TO YOUR QUESTIONS           
      About Solar Heating Systems
            from Radiantec.

GENERAL QUESTIONS

• Is solar heating for you?
  Thank you for your interest in solar heating. We want to help you make the right decision about solar energy and whether it is right for you and your project. Click here for a review of general solar heating requirements.
• What is it like to live in a solar heated home?
  Living in a solar heated home is a pleasure on many levels. read more...
• What is it like to build a solar heating system?
  Whether you are building new or retrofitting an existing home the work is very satisfying and can often be done by a reasonable skilled "do-it yourselfer". read more...
• Why should we use solar energy directly?
  When we use solar energy directly, we save money, protect the environment, increase resale value, add security and more. read more...
• What kind of solar system is right for me, solar thermal or solar electric? Which is better?
  Both kinds of systems are good, but one might be better for you. read more...
• Can I just add solar collectors to my existing heating system?
  Unfortunately, there are fundamental differences between solar heating systems and typical fossil fuel systems that are difficult to overcome. read more...
• What kind of things can I do with solar energy?
  You can provide domestic hot water, make underfloor radiant heat, heat a pool and melt snow.
  You can even use extra solar energy to improve your garden. read more...
• What will a solar heating system look like on my home?
  You can do a little or a lot with solar energy. There are lots of options. read more...
• How long will it take for solar to "pay itself back"?
  This is a very important question. Radiantec systems pay back faster than many other systems. read more...
• Does solar really work where I live?
  Radiantec Company is located in Northern Vermont and we hear these questions quite a bit.
  The short answer is yes. read more...
• How much can solar really do for me?
  You will be surprised to see how much a solar energy system can do for you. read more...
• How can excess solar energy help my gardening?
  You can turn excess solar heat into healthy food for your home. read more...

TECHNICAL QUESTIONS

• How long will a solar energy system last?
  A solar energy system from Radiantec is designed to last the life of the building. read more...
• What maintenance is needed?
  A solar energy system from Radiantec is designed to be nearly maintenance free. read more...
• What is the best type of solar collector for my application?
  The most appropriate solar collector for a given application depends largely upon the operating temperature with respect to the ambient air. read more...

QUESTIONS ABOUT RADIANTEC

• Why Radiantec?
  Radiantec hast he longest and strongest credentials in the solar heating industry. read more...
• How do I work with Radiantec?
  With 30 years of experience in solar heating, Radiantec is able to help you get the job done. read more...
• Does Radiantec qualify for tax credits and other incentive programs in my area?
  The federal government and many state governments have enacted tax credits and other incentives that could lower the cost of your solar energy system considerably. read more...