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Originally Posted by shcisamax
Is that what they refer to as solar panels? that are used to heat the pools? We are facing north on the lanaii and I am assuming from what I have read, we can put the solar panels on the west roof. My understanding though was that it is done after building because TV doesn't do it.
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Confusingly, the term "solar panels" refers to both types - those used to generate electricity (photovoltaic) and those used to heat water or some other liquid directly.
While those for pools can be very simple - water from the pool is pumped through them, warmed by the sun, and ends up back in the pool - those used to heat water for the home are usually filled with a liquid that won't freeze, the heat from which is "exchanged" into water for you to use.
Regarding aspect, southerly is the best for heating, then a flat roof, then east or west, but not north. East/west will, of course, give you hotter water in the early morning/late afternoon respectively, which could be when you use most anyway.
While TV may not install the units themselves, getting an outside installer involved at an early stage may be a possibility - liaising with the plumber regarding pipework.