Solar Water Fountains
Water fountains are a popular addition to most landscaped yards. Solar water fountains give you the benefit of traditional water fountains without the electrical cost.
Solar Water Fountains
Mention solar power and people get an image of large, bulky solar panels on the roof of a home. This stereotypical view is really incorrect as large panel systems go the way of the dodo bird. Current solar technology is all about small size and unique applications.
Solar water fountains may sound like a fairly complex landscape addition. They really aren’t. Solar technology has advanced to the point where most landscaping items are now best run on solar technology. This includes solar lighting used for paths, overhead lighting and general ambience.
At their root, solar water fountains are incredibly simple. The solar aspect of the piece is simple the power generation for the water pump. Practically all solar water fountains look the same as regular fountains. The energy source is simply a small panel system either connected directly to the fountain or placed in a location that gets plenty of sun. The type of system is dependent upon the amount of water you want to move with the pump.
Solar water fountains range from incredibly simple to complex applications. You can buy floating solar pads that you simply put in a pool of water. They panels look like black pads and power a small pump that sucks water out of the pool. More sophisticated solar fountains include entirely contained systems as well as systems that move massive amounts of water from low points on your property to higher areas where gravity takes over. There really is something for everyone in this area.
Much like solar lighting, solar water fountains are a cost saving addition to your landscaping. Plenty of models exist, so give them a look.
