Although there are a wide variety of solar systems installed in the Midwest, components are commonly available for repair or replacement.

The most common problems are sensor failure, followed by blower or pump outage.

A free telephone review is helpful prior to scheduling a site visit.

The most common questions to diagnose the solar system over the phone are;
* Is this an air or water system?
* Check to see if there are vents or pipes coming from the collectors.
* If an air system - does the blower make a noise when it comes on?
* Locate the vents and feel if there is any air coming out of the ceiling vent.
* If a water system - does the pump make a noise when it comes on?
* Locate the pump and feel if the pipes are hot near the pump and near the tank.
* Is there power to the system? Does the controller have a light on?
* What is the name on the controller?
* Write down any brand names (also model numbers) on equipment.
* Locate any documentation about the system

Contact Information Solar Heat and Electric Michael Shonka 402-590-5900 email address is mshonka at qwest.net Office Location For all shipping and billing inquiries contact us at the following address: Solar Heat and Electric 517 N. 74 Street Omaha NE 68114

Iowa Renewable Energy is a great web site for more information about solar and energy conservation programs. The web site includes case histories in Iowa.
http://www.irenew.org

Nebraska Energy Office is a site for more information about energy programs in Nebraska.
http://www.neo.ne.gov

National Renewable Energy Lab is a well known web site for more information about renewable energy research and related national programs.
http://rredc.nrel.gov