Question 1

What are solar panels, and how do they work?

Accepted Answer

Solar panels are devices that convert sunlight into electricity. They are made up of photovoltaic (PV) cells that absorb sunlight and generate direct current (DC) electricity. An inverter is used to convert this DC electricity into alternating current (AC) electricity, which is usable in homes and businesses.

Question 2

What products do you use?

Accepted Answer

We use only products from the major manufacturers. This includes JA Solar and SolarEdge for the solar panels and Solis, Fox and SolarEdge inverters and battery systems.

Question 3

How much does a solar panel installation cost?

Accepted Answer

The cost varies based on factors like the size of the system, location, and quality of panels.You can send us your bill and postcode on the contact us page and we can provide you with a budget figure.

Question 4

How quickly will the system pay for itself?

Accepted Answer

This does depend on how much electricity you use, how much you can generate and how much you pay for your electricity. At the moment, we are seeing payback periods being as low as 4 years. As the panels have a guaranteed lifespan of 20 years, you can then get a lot of free electricity for many years to come.

Question 5

Is my location suitable for solar panel installation?

Accepted Answer

Solar panels work best in areas with plenty of sunlight. Generally, locations with a lot of direct sunlight throughout the year are ideal for solar panel installation. However, solar panels can still be beneficial in areas with moderate sunlight.

Question 6

How much space do I need for solar panel installation?

Accepted Answer

The amount of space required depends on the size of the solar panel system and the efficiency of the panels. A typical solar panel installation will use 6 to 8 solar panels and this will generally take up most of the space on an average roof area. You then need some space inside the house or commercial building for the electrical equipment. This will consist of an inverter, a new meter and various isolators, other switchgear and so on. At least 1 mtr x 1 mtr of free wall space is normally recommended. If you want a battery.