Our MCS-certified engineers install reliable solar hot water systems tailored to your home or business. Covering Dorset, Wiltshire, Hampshire & Somerset.
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Provides up to 55% of your annual hot water
Lower energy bills year-round
Eco-friendly: cuts carbon emissions
Works alongside existing hot water systems
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Solar thermal panels work by capturing heat from the sun using roof-mounted collectors. These collectors contain a special fluid that absorbs solar energy and transfers it through insulated pipes to a hot water cylinder inside your home.
The heated water is then stored for use in showers, taps, and appliances. This system can provide up to 55% of your annual hot water needs, helping you cut energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint — all while using a clean, renewable energy source.
Regular servicing of your solar thermal system is essential to keep it running efficiently and safely. Over time, the heat transfer fluid (glycol) in your system degrades due to exposure to high temperatures and oxygen. When this happens, the fluid becomes less effective at absorbing and transferring heat — and in some cases, it can even become corrosive, leading to damage within the system.
As part of a professional service, any degraded glycol is removed and new glycol is then pumped through to restore performance and protect your components. Replacing glycol helps maintain maximum efficiency, extends the life of your system, and ensures your hot water stays reliably heated by the sun.

Yes, a solar thermal system is worth it — both financially and environmentally. By harnessing free energy from the sun, you can reduce your reliance on expensive fuels and cut your hot water bills by up to 60%. Over time, those savings add up.
Not only do solar thermal panels provide a reliable, renewable source of hot water, but they also help lower your carbon footprint — making them a smart investment for both your home and the planet. With a lifespan of over 20 years and with the correct maintenance, they offer long-term value, especially when installed by experienced, MCS-certified engineers like ours.
If you’re looking to future-proof your home, reduce your energy bills, and move towards greener living, solar thermal is a simple and proven solution.

Total Energy Services offer heating, renewable and plumbing services in the areas of Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire and Hampshire including;
Blandford, Sturminster Newton, Shaftesbury, Gillingham, Wimborne, Sherborne, Cerne Abbas, Six Penny Handley, Wincanton, Portland, Weymouth, Tisbury, Swanage, Wareham, Templecombe, Dorchester, Salisbury, Fordingbridge, Bruton, Castle Cary, Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch.
If you live outside these areas please contact us on 01258 472132 and we will be happy to advise you.