Solar PV
What is it?
Solar electricity panels, also known as photovoltaics (PV), capture the sun’s energy and convert it into electricity that you can use in your property.
A solar PV panel consists of many cells made from layers of semi-conducting material. When light shines on this material, a flow of electricity is created.
Why should I consider it?
You have to supply your property with electricity and historically the only way of doing this was buying your energy from a utility company. By installing solar panels you no longer need to suffer the endless increase in energy prices as you can generate your own energy.
Solar panels are guaranteed for 25 years with an expected working life of 40-50 years so you will recoup your initial investment back many times over during their lifetime.
Is it suitable for me?
Solar panels don’t need direct sunlight to work and can even work on cloudy days. An unshaded, South facing roof is ideal for maximum electrical output. East or West facing roofs could still be considered, but North facing roofs are not recommended. A system facing East or West will yield around 15-20% less energy than one facing directly South.
Space is a key consideration with the average system typically taking up around 25m2 of roof area.
No planning permission is required unless your property is a listed building or you live in a conservation area or area of outstanding natural beauty.
Next steps
We understand that no two customers are the same, so we take the time to understand both your needs and budget so we can provide you with the appropriate solution for your domestic or commercial property.
Battery storage
What is it?
Whilst your solar panels are generating energy during the daytime, your property takes priority thereby ensuring that any appliances in use are powered by your solar PV system where possible.
Without a battery storage system, the excess energy that you are not using would normally be exported back to the grid, but instead it is diverted to the battery storage device and stored for later use.
Once the battery is fully charged, any extra energy will be fed back into the national grid.
Why should I consider it?
The energy stored in your battery is available throughout the day or night, so if your panels are producing less energy than your property is demanding, stored energy from the battery is drawn to meet the demand therefore reducing the electricity you use from the grid and cutting your electricity bill.
Is it suitable for me?
If you have already have solar panels fitted or are now looking to fit them, then a battery storage system could be the perfect solution for you.
These systems can be retro-fitted to existing solar PV Systems as well as complete new installations.
Next steps
We understand that no two customers are the same, so we take the time to understand both your needs and budget so we can provide you with the appropriate solution for your domestic or commercial property.
EV Chargers
What is it?
Both electric vehicles and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles require an EV charger to keep their battery full, just like any chargeable device.
At its most basic, an EV charger is a piece of equipment that pulls an electrical current from the grid it’s hardwired to and delivers that electricity to the vehicle.
Why should I consider it?
As well as helping the environment, EV charging stations have many benefits.
Domestic
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You will not need to travel to charge your vehicle.
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Home chargers are generally faster than regular public chargers.
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The installation may add value to your property.
Commercial
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Easy and convenient for your employees and customers.
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Customers may be inclined to stay at your premises longer.
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If you have a fleet of vehicles, it will provide opportunities to save on fuel and maintenance costs.
Is it suitable for me?
Domestic
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It is best for the charger to be mounted on a wall beside your parked car.
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You could install an EV charging point inside your garage or on an outer wall beside your driveway or off-street parking.
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Suitable places to install an EV charger depend on the distance the charging cables can reach.
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Not many houses will be able to have a 11kW or 22kW charger fitted as these will require a three-phase electricity connection.
Commercial
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If your business operates on leased premises, you will need to ask the landlord for permission before you install any charge points.
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You must also consider the feasibility of scaling up your EV infrastructure as demand grows.
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Do you have enough electricity capacity to meet the extra demand that on-site charging stations generate?
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How close is your power supply? The further away, the more digging will be required resulting in higher costs.
Next steps
We understand that no two customers are the same, so we take the time to understand both your needs and budget so we can provide you with the appropriate solution for your domestic or commercial property.
Air source heat pumps
What is it?
An air source heat pump extracts low-grade heat energy from the ground, outside air, or a body of water and compresses it into smaller amounts of high-level heat, which can be used to supply 100% of your property’s heating and hot water requirements.
They can also be used to heat water stored in a hot water cylinder for your hot taps, showers and baths.
Why should I consider it?
Heat pumps are highly efficient heating systems, capable of operating at efficiencies of 300% - 400%, which can translate to a huge reduction in your property's CO2 emissions.
Being electrically powered, there is no need for fuel stores or fuel deliveries, and running costs are significantly reduced compared to oil, LPG and electric boilers.
Is it suitable for me?
Air source heat pumps are suitable for many types of homes and are the most common type of domestic heat pump, with tens of thousands of installations across the UK.
You’ll need a place outside your property where a unit can be fitted to a wall or placed on the ground. It must have some space around it to allow a good flow of air.
A standard heat pump doesn’t provide hot water on demand like a combi boiler, so you will need a way of storing hot water for when you need it.
Next steps
We understand that no two customers are the same, so we take the time to understand both your needs and budget so we can provide you with the appropriate solution for your domestic or commercial property.
From initial enquiry to completion, Dene and the team have installed a PV array that has reduced our energy bill by 50%
Tristan - Commercial customer