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Safeguard Installations

91 review(s)
Offers services in COUNTY DOWN
We Design & install CCTV & Alarm solutions, install solar PV batteries & do PAT testing. Any electrical work considered.

Happy Solar

5 review(s)
Offers services in COUNTY DOWN
Who We Are Happy Solar consists of an experienced team of renewable energy experts from Northern Ireland dedicated to bri...

Next- GEN Power

2 review(s)
Offers services in COUNTY DOWN
Power your home, farm or business with clean, green, renewable energy.

Solar Cell Energy

0 review(s)
Offers services in COUNTY DOWN
We started business over 25 years ago as Treanor Electrical Ltd in County Tyrone. Since then we have served much of Irelan...

Eco Systems Direct (NI)

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Offers services in COUNTY DOWN
Eco Systems Direct Ltd specialises in the manufacturer & supply of renewable energy products direct to the consumer. These...

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18 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Large Prk - BT26

Enquiry from: Cecil G

Start Date: Immediate

Customer living in Large Prk area made an enquiry for Solar Electricity quotes via one of our websites. Customer confirmed interest Roof space available No shading Please call to arrange an appointm...

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13 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Newry (South Down section) - BT34

Enquiry from: Edith M

Start Date: Immediate

Customer made enquiry for Solar Electricity online and is looking for quotes. Roof space available Little to no shading Please call to arrange an appointment Customer lives in Newry (South Down se...

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13 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Ballynahinch - BT24

Enquiry from: Laurence D

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Customer made an online enquiry for Solar Electricity and are waiting to be contacted. Homeowner lives in the Ballynahinch area. Solar PV panels Roof space available No shading to roof Please call...

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12 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Newry (South Down section) - BT34

Enquiry from: Lily F

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Customer made an online enquiry for Solar Electricity and are waiting to be contacted. Homeowner lives in the Newry (South Down section) area. Solar PV panels Roof space available No shading to ro...

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08 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Downpatrick - BT30

Enquiry from: Colin J

Start Date: Immediate

Customer made an online enquiry Solar Electricity. Homeowner confirmed interest via Roof space available Little to no shading Homeowner lives in Downpatrick area Please call to arrange appointment a...

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19 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Banbridge - BT32

Enquiry from: Jordan A

Start Date: Immediate

Call back anytime. Roof faces: South Type of building: Detached Number of bedrooms: 4 Possible shading: No Not a listed building. Not in a Conservation Area. How became interested in solar pa...

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13 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Newry (South Armagh section) - BT35

Enquiry from: Krzysztof B

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Call back anytime. Roof faces: South Type of building: Semi-detached Number of bedrooms: 4 Possible shading: No Not a listed building. Not in a Conservation Area. How became interested in sol...

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07 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Repair & Maintenance

Bangor (outside Ring Road) - BT19

Enquiry from: Jonathan C

Start Date: Immediate

Check panels, system and update/relpace the Bluetooth monitor

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29 Aug

Solar Panels | Solar Battery

Newry (South Armagh section) - BT35

Enquiry from: Juan O

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

call back anytime. solar electrical storage system * system power rating: 4.0 kw. quote requested on solar electrical storage system, to be supplied and fitted. are you the property owner: ow...

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29 Jun

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Downpatrick - BT30

Enquiry from: Noel K

Start Date: Immediate

Call back anytime. Roof faces: South Type of building: Detached Number of bedrooms: 4 Possible shading: No Not a listed building. Not in a Conservation Area. How became interested in solar pa...

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19 Jun

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Downpatrick - BT30

Enquiry from: Lana M

Start Date: 3+ months

Customer made an enquiry for Solar Electricity online. Homeowner lives in the Downpatrick area Solar PV panels Not sure how many panels they need Little to no shading Please call to make an appoin...

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18 Jun

Solar Panel and Battery

Newry (South Armagh section) - BT35

Enquiry from: Pauline M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached do you have plans for the property available: no how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 type of the roof you are looki...

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16 Jun

Solar Panel and Battery

Newry (South Down section) - BT34

Enquiry from: Ted S

Start Date: Less than one month

are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: detached do you have plans for the property available: no how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 type of the roof you are lo...

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11 Jun

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Newry (South Armagh section) - BT35

Enquiry from: Noel C

Start Date: Immediate

Customer in Newry (South Armagh section) area made enquiry for Solar Electricity online. Confirmed interest via . Available roof space No shading Please call Homeowner to arrange an appointment to qu...

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10 Jun

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bangor (outside Ring Road) - BT19

Enquiry from: Karen W

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customer made enquiry for solar electricity online and is looking for quotes. roof space available little to no shading please call to arrange an appointment confirmed at 21:38 via sms confirmed at 2...

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30 May

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Banbridge - BT32

Enquiry from: Jordan A

Start Date: Immediate

Call anytime Roof faces: East-West Type of building: Detached Number of bedrooms: 4 Possible shading: No Not a listed building. Not in a Conservation Area. How became interested in solar pane...

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09 May

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Ballynahinch - BT24

Enquiry from: Terry R

Start Date: Immediate

I need an engineer to drain, flush and refil my thermal solar panels

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25 Mar

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Newry (South Down section) - BT34

Enquiry from: Eamonn W

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the home owner of that property? yes joint Is the property solely owned or are you living there with your wife/partner? employed How many Bedrooms does that property have? 7 Is it detached, se...

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15 Mar

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Newtownards - BT23

Enquiry from: John B

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Are you the home owner of that property? / Is the property solely owned or are you living there with your wife/partner? / How many Bedrooms does that property have? / Is it detached, semi-detached or ...

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25 Jan

Solar Panels | Solar Repair & Maintenance

Newcastle - BT33

Enquiry from: Brenda L

Start Date: Immediate

Insulation around the pipes of the panels has been eaten by birds I am told. Water leaking into my hall

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How much do Solar Panel Installer services cost?

How much do Solar Panel Installers in County Down cost?
Costs for Solar Panel Installers around County Down can be very different depending upon the sort of work that you want to have done in your home.

It's the inquiry we get asked a lot "how much do Solar Panel Installers in County Down cost?". It's definitely very good to have an idea of how much a Solar Panel Installer will likely charge for their work. Prices will most likely change based on the materials as well as the tradesman picked. The list reveals the sorts of task that Solar Panel Installers generally do as well as the regular price range of these jobs. Some jobs take longer to complete than others so prices do fluctuate by job.

Tasks that Solar Panel Installers in County Down can do:

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The average price
of a Solar Panel Installer in County Down is:

£8,808

Solar Panel Installer job Solar Panel Installer cost in 2024
Solar panel in County Down £4,650-£7,130
Solar thermal in County Down £3,000-£4,600
Commercal solar pv 11kw - 50kw in County Down £11,200-£16,800
small Commercial solar panel system in County Down £7,200-£10,800
Commercial solar pv 51kw+ system in County Down £44,000-£66,000
Thermodynamic (solar hot water) in County Down £4,125-£6,325
Solar battery in County Down £3,080-£5,390
Supply-only solar electricity in County Down £2,600-£4,875
Solar repair and maintenance in County Down £375-£575
Supply-only solar thermal panels in County Down £2,280-£4,275
Solar tiles in County Down £4,760-£7,140
Solar panel cleaning in County Down £100-£200
Solar panels with battery in County Down £3,400-£5,100

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Solar Panel Installer FAQs

do you need planning permission for solar panels?

In a similar way to other major home improvement projects, some specific requirements must be met to allow for the installation of solar panels. The main reason why these standards and regulations were established is to minimize the risk of the solar system becoming an issue or potential hazard in the unforeseeable future. So if you’re thinking about buying and fitting new solar panels, you’ll probably want to know whether or not you’ll require to submit a planning permission application for approval before you can proceed.

Generally, solar panels are covered under what’s called “Permitted Development” which gives you the freedom to install your solar panels without having to apply for a planning permission. However, there are some exceptions to this rule. These exceptions include if your house is a listed building or if your house is located within a conservation area. In these exceptional cases, it’s possible that you’ll need to apply for a planning permission, but this will largely depend on the discretion of your Local Planning Authority. What’s more? Solar panels are usually subjected to normal building regulations which includes examining the roof to make sure that it can support the additional weight. You can call in a MCS certified installer to carry out this check for you.

In order to install your solar PV on your roof, you must follow these guidelines:

✓ Your solar panels shouldn’t go beyond the highest point of the roof (excluding chimneys).

✓ The solar panels shouldn’t project beyond 200mm off the roof’s edge.

✓ The solar panels should be removed once they’re no longer used to produce electricity

✓ The solar panels should be installed such that the area and building’s appearance change is minimized.

What are the main benefits of solar panels?

Solar panels provide an alternative to paying expensive National Grid energy rates, so primarily their first major benefit is helping to reduce bills. Solar PV panels will produce free electricity, whilst solar thermal panels generate heat for hot water and space heating. There are also payment incentives known as the Feed-in Tariff scheme (FITs) (for solar PV) and the Renewable Heat Incentive (for solar thermal) which guarantee a tax-free income for 20 years.

how many solar panels do i need?

When you’re about to transform from the standard electricity to solar energy, what determines your solar system’s size is the amount of solar that’s required. The amount of solar that you’ll need, on the other hand, requires considering the end goal, be it to increase money savings, reduce environmental contamination, maximize Returns On Investment ( ROI), or just to copy what the neighbour’s done.

In order the determine the number of solar panels that is needed, the first step would be to calculate the number of kWhs that’s currently being used. A kWh is what’s used to determine the amount of energy that has been incorporated over time which the utility uses to bill you. What’s strongly recommended to create a suitable range is a 6 to 12 months average of your household electricity bill. Other factors that can play a key role in the determination of the number of solar panel needed include the following:

✓ Sunlight exposure hours. In order to know just how much energy your solar panels will generate, there’s a need to know the number of direct sunlight hours you should expect on a daily basis. For example if you stay in a region that’s usually very sunny, then it’ll be reasonable to expect more energy production per panel than regions that are usually cloudy.

✓ Angle and size of the roof. Roofs with a lot of workable space may require to let go of some efficiency opting for larger and cost effective panels to achieve the targeted energy. However not all homeowners have sufficient roof space or shade coverage for the solar panel they actually want. Also, the degree at which the roof slants will also determine if the sunlight is hitting the panels well enough and the amount of energy that can be generated thereof.

How do you find an installer for commercial solar panels?

Commercial solar panels installation companies are everywhere. However, it’ll be a great mistake to think finding one nearby for your project would be the least of your worries, as both cost and reliability comes into question. This is even more worrisome when you’re fully aware that your solar system potentials can only be fully maximized depending on how well it’s installed and how good your installer is. If you’re also facing the same challenge, then you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll share with you some tips on how to choose a nearby professional and reliable commercial solar panel installer who’ll ensure you get immense value for every penny spent. Let’s take a look!

  • Ask for recommendations. Personal recommendations is always the best way to go, when looking for a commercial solar panel installer or any other tradesperson for that matter. Installation of a commercial solar system is a major undertaking which comes with a lot of costs, so if you’re going to do it the least you can do is ensure you do it right. Carry out your research, ask friends and family, neighbours and loved ones if the know of any reliable commercial solar panel installer in the local area. If they have one they’ve used, you can request for the cost, quality of the job done, the duration of the project and any other detail you feel you should know.
  • Internet. In modern times, you’ll hardly find a progressive-minded business without an online presence. As a result, finding a service on the internet is as simple as it gets. A simple Google search have been helping people find their desired service providers with relative ease for so long. Or use the Quotatis directory to find a commercial solar installer. To get the right commercial solar panel installer online, it’s advisable to check their reviews as well as testimonials before moving forward.
Does a solar battery work in a power cut?

If you’re thinking of adding a solar battery to your home, you might be wondering whether or not it’s going to work in a power cut. If yes, then you’re not alone as this is one of the most common questions asked when it comes to solar batteries. In this post, we aim to provide you with a detailed answer to solve this concern once and for all.

The answer to this question is, it depends. The main reason why your solar batteries will usually not work or provide your home with the much-needed back up power is as a result of the several threats it poses. You should be aware that both your solar panels and battery are connected to the main grid. When a power cut occurs, your engineers will have to operate on the grid. If the solar panels or batteries are in operation at the period there’s a high chance the engineers would be electrocuted by the electricity that’s being produced. As a result of this, solar inverters are usually designed to automatically switch off once a power cut occurs. However, it should also be noted that if your solar battery possesses backup functionality, you’ll be able to make use of your solar energy in the event of a power cut. In other words, what determines if your home battery would work in a power cut is the availability or otherwise of a backup functionality.

Furthermore, you might also wish to know if your solar panels will continue to charge the battery in a power cut. Well, this depends on the type of backup system you possess. There are some more affordable batteries that are designed to automatically release their stored energy upon the detection of a power cut. And this is mostly because the battery inverter is usually smaller than the solar inverter which allows the energy from the solar inverter to the transmitted to the battery - risking an overload. However, if otherwise, then energy can continue to be transmitted to the battery until its fully charged.

is solar thermal worth it in the uk?

If you’re thinking about installing a solar thermal system in your house, it’s always important to put into consideration numerous factors before you proceed. While some solar thermal systems are suitable for use at home, there are also some that are suitable for businesses or organizations which normally requires a big amount of hot water like hotels, restaurants, schools, hospitals and many more. You’ll also find some types available in the market that are suitable for communities to satisfy communal hot water demands.

It should, however, be noted that solar thermal systems do not have the capacity to produce all the hot water demand of a house. In the UK, an average household will need an annual water heating of between 3000kWh to 5000kWh. Whereas, a solar thermal system is only able to meet about 40 percent to 60 percent of this demand.

With that in mind, it’s also worth noting that during the summer months when the solar radiation is at its peak and hot water demand is relatively lower when compared to other seasons, a solar thermal system may be able to provide all of your household’s hot water needs. This implies that during this period you may not find the need to operate your boiler at all. However, during winter or colder months, when you have a higher hot water demands in contrary to a lower solar radiation, a solar thermal system will only be able to take care of about 20 percent of your household’s hot water needs. And that ultimately implies that during this period, you’ll need to rely more on a alternative or backup source of heat like gas, coal, electricity, oil or LPG.

how do solar panels work?

If you’re looking to install some new solar panels in your home or property, then you’d probably want to know how it works. This is one of the most frequent questions asked by homeowners when it comes to solar panels and in this article we aim to give you a good insight on the operations of solar panels. Let’s have a look!

Generally, solar panels work by absorbing the energy of the sun and then converting it into electricity. It functions by allowing photons from the rays of the sun release the electrons free from atoms within the photovoltaic or solar cells in order to produce a flow of electricity. There are several solar cells that are connected together ( usually 60 or 72 ) in each panel. Individual cells comprises both a negative layer and a positive one which combines perfectly to create an electrical field in which the energy is generated.

The boron that’s within the bottom layer generates the positive charge, while the phosphorous found in the silicon layer produces the negative charge. In order to convert the sun’s rays into the energy that’s going to be transported from the panels to the inverter, the two field will interact with one another.

In other words, solar panels work by turning photons from the sunlight into direct current which is transmitted to the inverter. Once it gets to the inverter, it’s then translated to alternating current and send this current to to your electric box which powers the entire home. If you do not wish to reduce the high bills that’s associated with renting power from the grid, the solar energy system is an efficient and affordable way to achieve this aim.

Is there enough sun for solar panels in the UK?

It may be hard to believe with the summers we have in the UK, but there is more than enough sunlight to power solar panels. Solar PV (photovoltaic) panels operate in daylight, rather than needing direct rays from the sun so they’ll work throughout the year.

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