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Many of us are making an effort to take care of our planet, and using solar energy to power our homes is becoming increasingly popular worldwide. By installing solar panels on your roof or in your garden, you have the opportunity to become more independent from the grid while also reducing your household’s environmental impact. Depending on the size of your house, you may need anywhere from 6 to 14 solar panels, which can last up to 30 years.
If you already have solar panels, you’re probably aware that they generate the most energy during the day when the sun is shining. However, this is typically when homes use the least amount of electricity, as people are usually out at work or school. So, what can you do with the surplus energy?
One option is to sell your excess solar energy back to the grid through your electricity supplier, which can help reduce your overall bill.
Alternatively, you may prefer to keep all the energy you generate. By installing a solar battery, you can store the electricity you generate and use it when you need it. This means you can power your home when the sun goes down or even charge your electric car. Using a solar battery allows for a greater proportion of your electricity usage to come from a low-carbon source, reducing reliance on fossil fuels. As a result, you’ll consume less energy from the grid and enjoy lower bills.
Starting from February 1st, 2024, the government has announced a 0% VAT on battery-only installations or installations where you add a battery to an existing Solar PV System. Don’t miss out on these savings – get in touch with us today!
Typically there are two different types of technologies with Solar PV.
Traditional String Systems – Traditional string systems are standard in the world of Solar PV systems. They are wired in series. Most traditional inverters have just two MPPTs. The advantage of this type of system is that it can be installed quickly and is a cheaper way to install Solar PV for homeowners that are wanting to save a tremendous amount on their electricity bill. A traditional string system is ideal for customers with a tighter budget. When installing traditional string system we only use the very best manufactures in this category such as the SunSynk, MyEnergi Libbi and GivEnergy.
Optimised Systems – We use SolarEdge, whom we believe is leading the Solar PV market manufacturer is terms of safest and Solar generation. A optimised system uses small individual optimisers under each panel which now turns the system into a parallel system. These optimisers allow each panel to work to their most efficient output meaning that you can expect to generate around 10% more per annum compared to a standard string system, therefore over the lifespan of your Solar PV you will see a greater return. In addition to this, you are now also able to panel level monitor each individual panel through the SolarEdge mobile app. Some of the features from SolarEdge are not just generation related but also safety related.