* Thermal Solar systems return 60 - 70% of the suns energy compared to 11-20% for PV ( electric) systems.

* Solar systems increase the resale value of your home. The National Real-Estate Association of America estimates that a home gains $1,000 in value when you reduce its operating cost by $100.  

* Hickory Ridge provides both flat plate and evacuated tube solar systems with storage tanks that range from 80 gallons to 2000 gallons.