What is the life of a solar water heater?
Good quality solar water heaters are generally expected to last around 15 years or more and FPC type solar water heaters are in general more durable than ETC type solar water heaters. If the solar water heater is maintained properly and water quality is not a problem the systems can actually last for upto 30 years and there are already a few installations in India that have been operating for so long.
Other Questions
Which type of solar water heater is better, FPC or ETC?
Does the solar water heating system work on cloudy days?
What are the regular maintenance requirements of a solar water heater?
What are the warranties &guarantees offered on solar water heaters?
What are the certifications available for solar water heaters sold in India?