Solar PV Install

This is probably the thing most people want to know, but is tricky to answer. The cost of a system depends on the size of it, the type of installation (whether it’s on a slate house, a cement fibre barn, or somewhere else!), plus lots of other factors. Get in touch with us today, and we can provide an estimate to give you an idea of the price.

To give you an idea, the payback period of a system is usually between 5 – 10 years. In this amount of time, the savings you’ll make on your system, and any income generated from selling back to the grid, will have paid for the system itself.

A typical payback period for a Solar PV system is now between 6 and 10 years. During this time, the savings on your bills, combined with any income generated by selling surplus power back to the grid, will cover the entire system cost. This means that after the payback period, you’ll be making money on your solar!

With the right design and considerations, any property or business with significant daytime electricity usage can benefit. Get in touch today for your bespoke design. We tailor every quote to suit your property, energy usage, and specific goals, and we only recommend what we would confidently do in your shoes.

Solar panels utilise sunlight (irradiance) to excite photons, displacing electrons within the atoms of the photovoltaic cells embedded in each panel. This process generates an electrical charge, which is then captured and converted into usable electricity through an inverter. The resulting electricity can be utilised for your home, farm, or business, providing an efficient and sustainable energy source.

Solar PV systems generally require minimal maintenance, as they have no moving parts. However, it is important to regularly monitor the solar PV inverter while reading the meters to ensure there are no fault codes. We recommend performing this check at least quarterly, though monthly checks are ideal, especially during the summer months.

Additionally, some insurers are now requesting solar PV safety checks to be conducted.

It’s also wise to keep an eye on the cleanliness of the panel glass. Dirty panels can lead to reduced energy output, so regular cleaning may be necessary to maintain optimal performance.

Yes, a solar PV system can still be a worthwhile investment, particularly if you can utilise the electricity generated during the day. Although there is currently no Feed-in Tariff (FIT) scheme in place for solar PV, installing a system can still yield a payback period of under 3 to 7 years for some installations and you can sell any surplus energy back to the grid.

Medium-sized solar systems, typically ranging from 10 to 50 kW, generally offer the best return on investment and often require a three-phase connection. However, any size system can be considered and can still present an attractive investment opportunity.

To maximize the benefits of your solar PV system, the simplest strategy is to use adjustable electrical appliances in your home, farm, or business during peak sunlight hours, typically around noon. This is when your system generates the most electricity. Many domestic appliances come with adjustable timers, allowing you to schedule their operation even when you’re not home. If your appliances lack built-in timers, you can easily purchase plug socket timers to achieve the same effect.

If you are unavailable during the day to utilize your solar-generated electricity, consider installing a solar immersion charger, such as the My Energy Eddi, into your hot water tank. This device captures surplus energy throughout the day, heating your water tank and providing you with free hot water at the end of a sunny day.

Another option is to invest in a battery storage system, especially if you do not have a hot water tank or have a combi boiler. A battery storage system allows you to store excess energy generated during the day for use in the evening, helping you save on electricity costs.