FAQS

ANSWERS TO FREQUENTLY ASKED SOLAR POWER QUESTIONS

Reduce your energy bills and help protect the environment with the solutions from Coast to Coast Solar. At our company, we feature top solar service in the Tampa Bay area, for each of our customers.

OUR HISTORY

Established in June 2010 as a small business, Coast to Coast Solar began providing maintenance and new solar installation services to residential clients and small businesses. We have grown rapidly by gaining a reputation as a “results-oriented” solar power technology provider, increasing the confidence of our client base. We pride ourselves on our “no pressure” sales approach when working with our clients. Our solar service contractors are helpful, trustworthy, and are there to answer any questions or concerns you may have about your solar system. Consult with our experienced solar service team for guaranteed assistance and quality work at reasonable prices.

HOW DO I SHUT DOWN A SOLAR POOL SYSTEM IF I NOTICE A LEAK?

Turn off the controller and pump; wait two hours for the water to drain from the panels; shut Isolation valve; the pump can be turned back on- no water should be flowing up to the roof. This procedure can also be followed for potential freezing conditions.

DO I NEED TO SHUT DOWN SDHW DURING FREEZING TEMPERATURES?

No, there is a freeze valve that automatically regulates and will open to allow water to continue moving through the panel.

HOW OFTEN DO I HAVE TO HAVE MY POOL FILTER CLEANED?

Bi-monthly cleanings of your filter are recommended to maintain correct pressure and to prevent bubbles in your pool.

WILL MY SOLAR ELECTRIC SYSTEM WORK IF THE POWER GOES DOWN?

No, FL laws require every house to be hooked up to the power grid. If the grid goes down, then so will your system. To keep power during outages you would need a battery backup system.

HOW OFTEN DO MY POOL AND SDHW SYSTEMS NEED TO BE SERVICED?

We recommend Annual check-ups to maintain your system and catch any early signs of issues before they occur. Preventative maintenance can prevent costly repairs in the future.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD MY SOLAR ELECTRIC PANELS BE CLEANED?

Depends on tree coverage and pollen county, bi-annually should be enough for heavy coverage, while others can get away with annually.

HOW EFFICIENT ARE VARIABLE SPEED PUMPS?

Much more efficient than a standard single-speed pump due to their self-adjusting speed, which reduces the electrical load.

WHAT IF I SEE BUBBLES IN THE POOL WHEN MY SOLAR SYSTEM IS ON?

Large, violent bubbles in the pool are common as air purges when the system turns on. If small, “champagne” bubbles are seen, first check your filter; a dirty filter makes it harder for water to move through the system. Also, check your skimmer basket; a low water level can allow air to get into the pipes. If bubbles persist, the problem could be with your Vacuum Relief Valve and the pressurization of the system. Service on the system should be performed to assess the issue if the filter is clean and the water level is correct.

Contact us at 813-406-6501 to learn about our service options. We proudly feature services and products for customers throughout the counties of Pinellas, Hillsborough, and Pasco counties.