Solar Thermal Installers in Suffolk, Norfolk & Essex

If you’re looking for expert solar thermal installers in Suffolk, Norfolk or Essex, then look no further than Greenfuture Energy. The clue is in the name!

Solar Thermal systems convert the suns rays to heat your hot water. They can be used to supplement your fossil fuel hot water system or they can be integrated to work with your heat pump controls. The water heated by the panels will be used first, which then lowers the cost of running the heat pump.

These systems run in a more efficient way than a Solar PV panel, so you won’t need to have so many panels fitted to your roof. They are especially beneficial if your building has a high usage of hot water, for example in hotels, residential homes or maybe you have a swimming pool. Solar thermal can provide up to 60% of domestic hot water supplies. They are also eligible for the Governments RHI payment (RHI).

Solar Thermal System Installation

Our services include solar water heating and installation, repair, servicing and maintenance from our accredited solar thermal panel installers in Suffolk, Essex & Norfolk. We’re cost-effective, professional & tidy as standard.

Isn’t it time that you found out how both you and the environment could benefit? Contact our solar thermal panel installers on 01728 604368 to discuss having a solar water heating system installed in your domestic or business property in Suffolk, Essex or Norfolk.

Benefit from Solar Heating

Make real savings on your utility bill
You could benefit from the Renewable Heating Incentive
Make a huge reduction to your carbon footprint
Integrates to your existing system
Minimal maintenance and hassle-free operation

Find out about Solar Hot Water Systems Today

Greenfuture Energy Ltd are the experts in helping you make savings in your fuel bill with renewable energy solutions. Request a callback today from our solar thermal panel installers for free advice on your solar water heater and to see the difference we can make to your home.

Why Choose Greenfuture Energy?

Whatever your requirements, there are many great reasons to choose Greenfuture Energy!

Wide Range of Renewable Services

We offer an impressively broad range of electrical, renewable and solution-driven services. These include (but are certainly not limited to) plumbing, boiler repairs, electrical testing, solar panel installation, and much more.

High-Quality Workmanship

Working to the highest possible standards, our electricians, builders, and renewable energy system installers can always be depended on for whatever job you commission us to do. The quality of our workmanship is backed up by our many certifications and positive reviews.

TrustMark Registered

TrustMark, NICEIC and many other organisations have given us their coveted marks of approval. This ensures the highest level of workmanship and professionalism from our team. See below for a full list of our certifications.

Commitment to Green Sustainability

Greenfuture is more than just a clever name – we truly believe in a greener, more sustainable future for all. Every area of our business has hard-working individuals dedicated to supplying eco-friendly solutions, from solar panels to EV charging stations.

Years of Experience

Our expert electricians and installers have many years of experience in their respective lines of work. We believe that experience matters a great deal in this profession, giving our technicians the knowledge and skill required to complete any job.

What to Expect with Greenfuture

Initial Contact

Reach out to us via our contact form, telephone or email. At this point, you can give us your name, return number and postcode address.

Our Callback

Next, we’ll get back in touch with you as soon as we can to discuss your requirements, preferences, and ideal timeframe for our specialists to arrive.

Free Property Assessment

Our team will be dispatched at a time of your convenience to conduct a free home inspection and assessment before beginning their work.

TrustMark-Approved Work

Beginning work in no time at all, our specialists will make impressive progress on your electrical project.

Wrap-Up

Once we’re done, we’ll leave any energy systems we’ve worked on in a vastly improved condition. Leave us a review to let us know how we’ve performed.

Solar Thermal System Installation Client Reviews

After a recent problem with our pilot light on our boiler I contacted Greenfuture energy. I spoke to a helpful chap on the end of the phone who ran through a couple of checks with me. The boiler still wouldn’t light so he said he would get heating engineer round to have a look. Within the hour a engineer arrived very friendly bloke, who checked the boiler and replaced a part to do with the pilot light as it had burnt out. Upon doing some other checks in the house found out there was another problem. It had something to do with the gas meter so called the gas board and got them to come and replace the meter. Within a couple of hours the meter had been changed and the boiler was up and running and we’ve had no more issues. I would recommend Greenfuture as a company the staff are very polite and helpful. The engineer who came to our house was extremely polite taking his shoes off before entering and was also very tidy whilst working and when he left. The bill I received was extremely reasonable and if I get anymore issues with my boiler they will get the job of fixing it.

Ross Young

Greenfuture built the plumbing, waste and heating system for our new house in Suffolk. They designed a good system, were reliable, worked well with our builder, and the end result was a great heating and hot water system (air source heat pump). Everything works to a high standard and they are easy to deal with and immediately come in to fix any glitches. Rylan managed the project well (even fixed our internet) and Ollie did all the fixing work – all to a high standard. They also fixed an electric problem – their electrician Stuart immediate saw what needed to be done and fixed it. We strongly recommend them. Chris and Craig.

Chris New

We recently had an Air Sourced Heat Pump installed by Greenfuture Energy. They are a professional skilled and experienced team – always willing to address any questions and provide explanations. We are delighted with our new energy efficient heating system and the high quality of the installation. Our thanks to Rylan and the team for a first class job. We have no hesitation in recommending Greenfuture Energy to others.

Steve Green

We have just added a solar array at our home – the advice, expertise and service provided by Rylan and Greenfuture team has been extremely professional and prompt. We will be sure to do other projects with the Greenfuture team… in the future. Thanks.

Eric Dingman

I have nothing but praise for the whole team at Green Future Energy. From initial visit through to installation, invoicing and aftercare every aspect has been fantastic. We had a new air source heat pump system, radiators and full refresh of associated plumbing. The price was competitive, we felt we got great value and the work was done to the highest quality. The professionalism of the whole team was clear and everyone who was involved was friendly, polite and helpful. We have gone from feeling cold in our house to thinking it’s summer everyday, all thanks to the team at Green Future Energy .. as an aside we have also had some additional small works completed and we had the same high quality experience for this also.

Paul Flowers

Greenfuture installed a full central heating system, air source heat pump and solar panels for us 2 years ago. We are so pleased with the results and service we received. All the engineers are very knowledgeable and professional and their attention to detail was fantastic. The install was very neat and they only use tried and tested…good quality products. Aftercare is also excellent, giving us a full lesson on how everything works and always being at the end of the phone to answer any questions we have. I highly recommend them, we are very pleased!

Claire Adams

The whole team at Green Future are brilliant, it’s rare to find a company that’s big enough to have all the expertise you need but still with a family run feel about, special thanks to Rick, Rylan, David, Duncan, Leo & Caroline, you’re all stars thank you!! James & Emma

Birds and Bees Campsite Suffolk

Have used green future for years, the staff are excellent in what they do and are very friendly. They always have some one they can send. When they took out my Rayburn cooker, it took four of them as it was so heavy they where very professional and cleared up when they left. I have never had a problem, they are a very reliable company and would highly recommend.

Lorraine Sutcliffe

Very happy with the installation of a NIBE air source heat pump as a replacement to our oil boiler. the level of service was excellent from start to finish, not knowing very much about the heating system was a bit daunting but we were reassured and had any questions answered straight away with a phone call. many thanks to Rylan Sibley for the installation and great service he provided through green future energy.

Frank Waspe

Green Future Energy have installed an air source heat pump and full hot water system. All work really well and we have been very impressed by Rylan and his colleagues’ knowledge, professionalism and helpfulness. Would highly recommend.

Charlie Magee

Greenfuture Energy installed a new NIBE ground source heat pump. The installation was carried out on time and to budget. We are very pleased with the professional service we received. The plumbing and electrical work was very neat and tidy.

Simon

We have used Greenfuture Energy many times and in all of our experiences they have been professional, reliable and quick to respond. On this occasion our boiler broke down on the coldest day this year and although they were mega busy and they fitted us in. Thank you Greenfuture Energy.

Rebecca Peck

Very helpful team at Green Future who took great pains to understand my heating problems and came up with a solution based around Nibe ASHP that works a treat. The installation was handled very professionally and the follow-up after service was excellent. Well recommended.

Richard Hudson

Had water in my oil tank, came out as soon as I called them and sorted the issue. Very efficient and tbh, was surprised at what they charged me. Was expecting alot more so overall, very happy and thankyou. Whilst they were there, i thought i might aswell get a price for downlights in my kitchen. Again, reasonably priced and the work carried out at a later date with no issues. Would highly recommend.

Stephen Langford

Had a new Worcester boiler supplied and fitted recently. I have been impressed by the positive and friendly customer service provided by Greenfuture Energy, responding promptly to rectify a couple of issues corned with installation. Thanks to all concerned and special thanks to Kevin for a job well done.

John Wellsted

Such a friendly and fast service, can’t recommend highly enough! Will be using them again!

Kelly Case

Excellent service as usual ,have been using the same family business now know as green future energy for 20 years, fantastic and helpful staff. Have used for all my projects over the years would highly recommend .

J R

Would highly recommend Greenfuture Energy. We’ve used them several times and they have always arrived on time and were very professional.

Claire

We have used Green Future on several ocassions and they have always been quick, efficient and reliable, turning up when they said they would.

Steve Fawdry

Have used Green Future many times over the years, they always provide an excellent service, very professional with knowledgable staff, have been impressed by the standard of workmanship and value for money on the services provided.

Mike Peck

Green Future Energy have done quite a few jobs for us now. Always on time, polite clean and tidy. What more can you ask for. 5 star from us.

Christian Green (FTL ELECTRICAL)

I had a boiler leak and water banging, I called Green Future Energy as I was recommended by a friend, They were extremely quick to respond and efficient to fix all the problems and was very impressed with the price and the friendliness and professionalism of the engineer, I would highly recommend this company and have done to friends.

Zac Langford

Highly recommended. So friendly and helpful on the phone – followed by a quick call-out and a thorough, excellent job by the (also very friendly) Matt.

Nat Segnit

I have used Greenfuture Energy several times over the years from small jobs to a full heating installation and have always found them extremely knowledgeable and professional (The people that answer the phone are extremely cheerful and helpful) and when they come around to carry out the job the work has always been carried out to a very high standard at a very reasonable price.

Scott Robertson

We had solar PV installed by Paul and Rick at Greenfuture, great installation and on budget, then asked them to move a couple of panels to enable a new extension, nothing was too much trouble. Couldn’t recommend highly enough.

Kevin Goodchild

I reported the leak under my kitchen sink only today, and by just after lunch same day Michael had been, seen and refitted a cracked pipe. That’s great service anyway, let alone in this present climate. Thank you.

Lestyn Edwards

Brilliant Service and Knowledge from Greenfuture Energy’s Surveyor. He was with us from start to finish on the installation of NIBE Ground Source Heat Pump. Understanding my concerns about being clean and tidy! Highly recommended!!

Felicity

John Wellsted

Solar Thermal System Installation FAQs

What are solar thermal systems?

Solar thermal systems are systems which use solar collectors to harness the free natural energy provided by the sun and convert it into power. Installing a solar thermal system in addition to your heating system will provide you with domestic hot water heating backup and central heating backup. In doing so, you will be able to look forward to lower energy consumption and in turn, lower monthly energy bills.

How do solar thermal systems work?

Solar thermal panels work by transferring warmth it has absorbed from the suns rays into a series of tubes which are full of antifreeze (Glycol) mixture, this, in turn, reaches a very high temperature. It is then pumped through more pipes, which leads to a cylinder, which is placed inside the property. Inside the cylinder is a coil, which transfers its heat into your water for your taps, showers and baths and it can even be used to contribute to underfloor heating if there are sunny days during the winter.

Solar thermal collectors come in 2 main forms:-
Evacuated Tubes - The sun radiation strikes the evacuated tube warming up the copper heat pipe, then heats up the heat transfer fluid, which then turns to a gas and rises.
Flat plate collectors - When it rises it transfers the stored heat to a copper heat exchanger. And then gets transferred via insulated pipes to your home.
We will look at orientation, the elevation of the roof and what relevant shading is around to try to guarantee the maximum efficiency of the system.
Help the environment, protect yourself from rising energy bills and earn a tax-free income for 7 years from the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI).

What happens when the sun doesn’t provide enough heat?

Our solar thermal installers ensure that the solar thermal system works as additional to your current central heating and therefore if the heat from the sun is not sufficient and the water temperature gets too low, the current boiler will be fired to heat the water.

How much do solar thermal panels cost?

The average solar thermal panel system typically costs between £4,000 and £5,000 to install. We know, this is a hefty sum of money – but once the panels are installed, you can reap the renewable reward and watch your bills gradually decrease.

The Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) encourages homeowners to switch to renewables by offering quarterly cash payments over a seven-year period. The amount of money you receive will depend on a number of factors, including which green technology you install, the latest tariffs available, and in some cases, metering.

Do I need planning permission for a solar thermal system?

You won’t need planning permission for most domestic solar water-heating systems in the UK, as long as they aren’t too big. However, if you live in a listed building or a building in a conservation area, you will have to look into planning permission, which might not be granted.

How many solar heating panels do I need?

The number of solar thermal panels you need for your home depends on property size and average energy usage. A two-person home can use 1,700kWh of electricity annually, which could require at least eight solar thermal panels. A four-person home can use 3,400kWh and may need sixteen solar thermal panels.

To accurately work out the number of solar thermal panels suitable for your household, there is a simple mathematical formula you can use.

1. Calculate the daily electricity use by referring to your previous bills.
2. Work out the average daily sunshine hours in your area. One of the best sources we have found for this is the Met Office where they’ve listed an average amount of sunshine hours in each individual month.
3. Figure out the daily electricity output of a solar panel using sunshine hours. Take the wattage of the solar panel that you are considering installing and times it by the average sunshine hours.
4. Divide the electricity output of a solar panel by your daily electricity usage.

Do solar thermal systems require maintenance?

Just like with most heating energy systems and machines that are subject to frequent use, your solar thermal system will require regular maintenance. This is because there are intricate components within the system that need to be always kept in a good working condition, including the pump and flow valves.

It is advisable to have a specialist service your solar thermal system every 1-2 years to minimise the costs of running and maximise the amount of renewable energy and heat your panels are producing. Regular maintenance helps to prolong the life of your renewable energy system, too.

A typical service would include several checks on the different parts of the solar thermal system. Some of these checks would be performed on the solar circuit, electrical elements, pipework and insulation, controller’s parameters, wiring and functionality. Where there is a water cylinder, the technician would analyse its position, controls and look for any potential leaks.

What is a passive solar heating system?

A passive solar heating system refers to building homes with materials that absorb heat during the day and disperse it at night, keeping your house at a comfortable temperature. This heating system is called passive because it doesn’t require any technology to make it work. It relies solely on sunshine.

Despite being a passive system, there is a multi-step process that occurs for your house to get heated up.

1. Sun rays pass through the windows and get ‘collected’.
2. They are then absorbed by thermal mass which can be a dark coating of paint on top of a surface.
3. The thermal mass stores the heat and releases it into your home in three different ways - via radiation, convection, and conduction.
4. For the heat to stay inside the home, there is a system of processes working in unison, namely roof overhangs, vents and sensors that can detect any problems going on with the heating.