SOLAR:

Do they support solar thermal and photovoltaic panels?
The solar thermal and photovoltaic are technically independent of each other, that is to say ie, the same panel can not be obtained while heat and electricity. However, they are perfectly compatible and installations can have in the same installation, solar heating panels for hot water or heating and photovoltaic solar panels for electricity production or for sale to the electric grid.

How long does a solar installation amortized?
There are several factors that determine the amortization period of a installation: the correct calculation of requirements, optimizing the system, proper installation and quality of materials and mainly use. On average, thermal installations are  amortized, depending on the type of application in 8 to 12 years. In turn, photovoltaic installations are amortized after 7-9 years.
What is the lifespan of a solar installation?

In the case of solar thermal plants have a lifespan exceeding 25 years. In the case of photovoltaic installations, the lifetime is over 30 years.

Where and how solar installations should be located?

The solar panels should be placed in a place where they will receive full sunlight on the roof of a house or office, on a support structure mounted on the front or on the ground. It is preferable to avoid places that receive shade (vegetation, snow, other buildings, building elements, other modules, etc.), At least during the middle of the day. Similarly, the solar system should be directed in the south.

PHOTOVOLTAIC:

When interested in incorporating a photovoltaic solar installation?

The solar photovoltaic can supplement with high reliability to conventional energies, where these do not arrive (no power lines or electricity is generated from fossil fuels), in applications where the demand matches the solar output (pumping water for irrigation.) or where the electricity generated is intended entirely for sale to the electric grid.

Really the photovoltaic solar energy works?

The operating principle can not be more simple and reliable, the guarantees provided by module manufacturers are above 20 years, the panels operate even when there is no direct sun, there are facilities set up for more than 20years, there are teams that can demonstrate their operation addition, solar installations consist of the same components and equipment to conventional installations, the only element differentiating the photovoltaic module, whose operation is amply contrasted with a level of assurance is not achieved by any conventional equipment.

What area would occupy the installation?
The area occupied by this type of installation depends on the strength you want to install and the type of modules used, but it is generally considered to be expect each kWp of modules over an area between 7 and 11 m2.

THERMAL:

Can be provide the necessary energy with only the solar thermal?

The solar thermal installations require conventional support systems in anticipation of the lack of radiation or over sized consumption (diesel, gas or electricity). In most cases, solar installations are designed to provide housing between 60-80% of hot water defendant, although in areas with high insolation throughout the year, the contribution rate is often higher.

Do they need maintenance?

The solar require minimal maintenance, keep them clean, use caution with frost. Over long periods of solar inactivity (summer), it is recommended to cover the solar collectors to prevent the fluid reach a temperature too high.