Solar Heating

Solar thermal hot water

Solar thermal systems provide energy efficient solar heating for hot water. Switching to a renewable energy source such as solar can result in significant savings, both in CO2 and energy bills.
 
The Baxi SolarfloTM solar thermal heating system uses the sun's energy to provide domestic hot water.

We have three powerful solar thermal heating options:

  • Baxi Solarflo on-roof collector panels
  • Baxi Solarflo in-roof collector panels
  • Baxi Solarflo evacuated tube collectors

Read the recent case studies about the Baxi Solarflo

How the Baxi Solarflo solar thermal heating system works

How the Baxi Solarflo solar thermal heating system works

As the name suggests, solar thermal heating uses the sun's natural power to provide energy efficient hot water for the home.

The technology is simple, effective and entirely sustainable which is good for the environment - now and in the future.

Baxi Solarflo On-roof Collector Panels

Baxi Solarflo On-roof Collector Panels

On-roof collector panels collect energy from the sun and turn it into thermal heat. They can provide as much as 90% of the domestic hot water needed for an average household in the summer months, around 55% annually.

Baxi Solarflo In-roof Collector Panels

Baxi Solarflo In-roof Collector Panels

In-roof collector panels use the sun's energy and can provide as much as 90% of the domestic hot water needed for an average household in the summer months. They are good for the environment and therefore, good for future generations.

Baxi Solarflo Evacuated Tube Collectors

Baxi Solarflo Evacuated Tube Collectors

Evacuated tube collectors offer premium performance in cloudy conditions and complete siting flexibility, capable of being mounted on any surface including facades and flat roofs.

Solar Heating Accessories

Solar Heating Accessories

The Baxi SolarfloTM is available with a number of optional accessories.

Solar heating - Hints and Tips

Solar heating - Hints and Tips

We've put together some hints and tips which you might consider if you are thinking of installing solar heating collector panels and evacuated tubes.

Choosing the right solar roof panels for your home

Choosing the right solar roof panels for your home

Each of the different types of solar thermal heating panels is unobtrusive, easy to install and effective; the choice depends on your individual needs and preferences.

Why Baxi Solarflo thermal hot water?

Why Baxi Solarflo thermal hot water?

Compared with our competitors, Baxi have an enhanced solar offering, read our technical information to find out more.

Types of solar systems available

Types of solar systems available

There are two main types of solar energy systems available in the UK which are Solar Thermal and Solar PV.

The most well established are solar thermal systems like the Baxi SolarfloTM which use energy from the sun to heat domestic hot water.

Solar PV systems are becoming more popular though. Baxi's Solar PV product, the Baxi Solargen, uses the sun's energy to create electricity for the home.

Which gas boiler?

Which gas boiler?

Simply answer a few questions and our product selector can recommend the best Baxi gas boiler for your home.

Need an installer?

Need an installer?

For boiler installation, servicing or repairs - use our tool to find a Gas Safe registered installer near you.

Baxi products

Baxi products

Get guidance on the types of heating system available, along with their advantages and disadvantages.

Baxi Bioflo

Baxi Bioflo

The Baxi Bioflo biomass boiler, providing your home with a steady supply of carbon neutral, highly efficient heating and
hot water throughout the year.

Solar Cylinders

Solar Cylinders

Heatrae Sadia manufacture the Megaflo (unvented) and Megalife (vented) solar cylinders.