Solar Panel Installation

Solar electricity panels, or photovoltaics (PV), act as mini power stations on your roof, converting sunlight into electricity. This sustainable energy source reduces dependence on the national grid and can lower your energy bills. By using solar panels, you generate clean, eco-friendly power, contributing to environmental preservation and combating climate change.

Solar PV panels convert sunlight into electricity using semi-conducting materials like silicon. When sunlight hits these cells, it moves electrons to generate power.

Unlike fossil fuel-based plants, solar panels produce electricity even on cloudy days, though at reduced levels. The amount of electricity depends on sunlight intensity.

A solar PV system usually consists of multiple panels installed on rooftops. Each panel can generate about 355 watts in strong sunlight. A typical home system has around 10 panels, collectively producing direct current (DC) electricity.

To make the DC electricity produced by solar panels usable in homes and businesses, an inverter is installed in the system. This device converts DC electricity to AC electricity, which powers appliances and lights throughout your home. Surplus electricity can be exported to the grid, allowing you to generate more than you consume.

The cost of a residential solar panel system in the UK typically ranges from £5,000 to £11,000, depending on the number of panels needed based on your energy consumption. Most households spend between £6,000 and £8,000. If you want to store surplus energy, investing in a solar battery, priced between £1,200 and £6,000 depending on size and capacity, is necessary.