Solar

Solar PV Solutions for Your Home

Solar panels are classed as a permitted development to most properties however if you have a listed property or live in a conservation area you will need to speak to your local planning department alongside seeking guidance if you want to install either as a ground mounted system or on a flat roof.  

IF you want to reduce your energy bills or consumption you have a number of options:

Solar Only

Solar panels, also known as photovoltaics (PV), capture the sun’s energy and convert it into electricity to use in your home. Installing solar panels lets you use free, renewable, low carbon electricity. The panels provide Direct Current (DC) and this is converted to Alternate Current (AC) via an inverter, this is connected via cables to your main consumer box and powers the home (Load). Any excess energy generated is sent back to the Grid and you can be paid by your energy provider (set rate but you can shop around for a better deal).

Solar and Battery Storage

Same set up as above but adding a battery means any excess energy generated goes to the battery and is stored until needed later in the evening when the panels generation stops – you then use the stored energy and therefore reduce your consumption from the grid further than just with panels.