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Safeguard Installations

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

Happy Solar

5 review(s)
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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)
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Power your home, farm or business with clean, green, renewable energy.

Solar Cell Energy

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

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02 Dec

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

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25 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

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23 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Donaghadee - BT21

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22 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Donaghadee - BT21

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20 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Donaghadee - BT21

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13 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Donaghadee - BT21

Enquiry from: Desmond L

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08 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

Enquiry from: Bob C

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Customer made enquiry for Solar Electricity online. Customer confirmed via They live in the Donaghadee area. Solar Panels Roof space available No shading to roof Please contact to discuss their opti...

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03 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Donaghadee - BT21

Enquiry from: Alan S

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type of house: semi-detached | has space on roof: yes | looking for battery: yes | finance help: no are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms doe...

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09 Sep

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Donaghadee - BT21

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Customer made an online enquiry Solar Electricity. Mr confirmed interest via Roof space available Little to no shading Mr lives in Donaghadee area Please call to arrange appointment and discuss

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24 Jun

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Donaghadee - BT21

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15 Apr

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

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23 Mar

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

Enquiry from: Sarah W

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Customer made an enquiry for Solar Electricity online. Confirmed via SMS at 13:53 Confirmed via email at 13:53 Mrs lives in the Donaghadee area Solar PV panels Not sure how many panels they need Lit...

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08 Mar

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

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

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17 Feb

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

Enquiry from: Patrick J

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Customer made an online enquiry for Solar Electricity. Mr confirmed via phone at 09:12 Mr lives in the Donaghadee area. Solar Panels Roof space available Not sure on what kW they want so please cal...

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11 Feb

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

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10 Dec

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

Enquiry from: Carolyn H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an online enquiry for solar electricity. mr lives in the donaghadee area. solar panels roof space available not sure on what kw they want so please call to discuss their options for sol...

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04 Aug

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

Enquiry from: Keith M

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Customer made enquiry online for Solar Electricity via one of our websites. Customer lives in Donaghadee area. Roof space available, no shading Please call to arrange appointment and discuss optio...

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27 Jul

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

Enquiry from: Heather A

Start Date: Less than one month

pass: 4 - call any time. roof faces: south type of building: detached number of bedrooms: 3 possible shading: no not a listed building. not in a conservation area. how became interested in so...

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14 Jul

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

Enquiry from: James M

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Customer made an online enquiry for Solar Electricity and is waiting to be contacted. Mr lives in the Donaghadee area. Solar PV panels Roof space available, not sure on what kW they want No shadin...

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18 Jun

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Donaghadee - BT21

Enquiry from: Maaggie M

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How much do Solar Panel Installer services cost?

How much do Solar Panel Installers in Donaghadee charge?
Prices for Solar Panel Installers around Donaghadee can fluctuate relying on the sort of job that you need to have carried out in your home.

It's the question we get asked a whole lot "how much do Solar Panel Installers in Donaghadee cost?". It's always great to have an idea of how much a Solar Panel Installer will likely cost for their work. Rates will likely vary based upon the materials and the tradesperson picked. The list reveals the sorts of job that Solar Panel Installers usually do and the regular cost variety of these jobs. Some tasks take longer to finish than others so costs do fluctuate by task.

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The average price
of a Solar Panel Installer in Donaghadee is:

£8,808

Solar Panel Installer job Solar Panel Installer cost in 2025
Solar panel in Donaghadee £4,650-£7,130
Solar thermal in Donaghadee £3,000-£4,600
Commercal solar pv 11kw - 50kw in Donaghadee £11,200-£16,800
small Commercial solar panel system in Donaghadee £7,200-£10,800
Commercial solar pv 51kw+ system in Donaghadee £44,000-£66,000
Thermodynamic (solar hot water) in Donaghadee £4,125-£6,325
Solar battery in Donaghadee £3,080-£5,390
Supply-only solar electricity in Donaghadee £2,600-£4,875
Solar repair and maintenance in Donaghadee £375-£575
Supply-only solar thermal panels in Donaghadee £2,280-£4,275
Solar tiles in Donaghadee £4,760-£7,140
Solar panel cleaning in Donaghadee £100-£200
Solar panels with battery in Donaghadee £3,400-£5,100

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Solar Panel Installer FAQs

What are solar panels made of?

Solar panels are made up of photovoltaic (PV) cells. These cells are made from silicon semiconductors, which absorb sunlight and convert it into electricity.

There are three main types of PV cell: monocrystalline solar cells, polycrystalline solar cells, and thin film solar cells. Monocrystalline cells are usually the most efficient and expensive, and thin film solar cells are the cheapest and least efficient. These are all made from silicone, but are manufactured in different ways.

How do solar thermal panels work?

Solar thermal panels work by capturing heat directly from the sun and using it to heat water. This hot water is then passed through a coil to heat the water for your central heating system. Solar thermal systems are compatible with many existing conventional boilers with hot water tanks, and can be set up to feed in to your existing heating system.

do you need planning for solar panels commercial building/?

Just like other major house improvement projects, some specific requirements must be met to allow for the installation of solar panels on commercial buildings. 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.

 

Fortunately, the installation of solar panels on commercial buildings may be “permitted development which mean you won’t have to apply to the Local Planning Authority for planning permission. There are, however, some important limits and conditions which must be put into consideration in order to benefit from these permitted development rights. Some of the limitations include:

  • The solar panels must be installed on a wall or pitched roof that should project at a maximum of 200mm from the surface of the wall or roof slope.
  • Equipment placed on a roof should not be within one metre of the external edge of that roof.
  • Equipment mounted on a wall must not be within one metre of a junction of that wall with another wall or with the roof of the building
  • If the equipment is on the roof of a building, the capacity for generation of electricity across the entire site must not be more than 1 megawatt.
  • In the situation whereby the panels are installed on a flat roof, the highest part of the equipment should not exceed one metre above the highest part of the roof.

 

In general, obtaining a planning permission is very important and as such, you must discuss your position with your chosen installation company before you proceed.

Is solar energy renewable?

Solar energy is renewable, as the sunlight it uses won’t run out. This means that it’s a great way to generate electricity without damaging the planet. So, installing solar panels to generate solar energy can be a great move for businesses looking to reduce their carbon emissions.

how many solar panels and batteries do i need?

How Many Solar Panels And Batteries Do I Need?

Are you presently considering adding a solar system to your home? With several homeowners in the UK using solar now, many more are realizing the numerous benefits they stand to derive by getting one. Therefore, if you’re thinking about adding the system to your home but do not know where to start, you’ve come to the right place.

Here, we’ll help you calculate the number of solar panels and batteries you’ll need to power your home. Starting from the panels, you can begin by taken into account everything that makes use of power in your home to get a good idea of how many you’ll need.

• Firstly, you’ll have to determine the number of watts you use. Simply go through your utility bill for kilowatt-hours (kWh). This varies amongst homes and being able to identify your daily average energy usage will assist you in getting your solar needs.

• Secondly, you have to determine the peak sunlight hours - having in mind that the solar panels only work when under direct sunlight. Once determined, you can then multiply the figure in hours by your home’s hourly energy usage and divide by your selected solar panel’s wattage.

Generally for a 1500 square foot house, you might need around 15 to 18 solar panels to cover the house’s electricity.

Meanwhile for batteries, there are also some factors to be considered to determine the number of batteries you’ll need for your house. These factors include your home’s power or electricity usage, the period of time in which the battery will be used as well as the battery’ specifications. Once done, you’ll be able to calculate the number of batteries required by your home.

How to install solar thermal panels?
We always recommend that you ask an MCS-registered company to install your solar thermal panels so you can take advantage of the RHI and any other schemes that may come up in the future. However, if you’re sure you want to do it yourself or you just want a rundown of what the installers will do, here are the general steps on how to install solar thermal panels:
  1. After the installer’s measured up, given you an estimated output and recommended some systems for you, they’ll arrange date to come to your home to install the solar thermal panels. They’ll also let you know if any scaffolding will be required.
  2. Next, they will start to fit the panels, or collectors, to your roof. Stainless steel brackets will be provided with the system and they will remove your roof tiles or slates to attach the brackets to the rafters. They’ll then replace the tiles and add waterproof flashing to ensure you don’t get any roof leaks, and add the frame.
  3. If you’ve chosen evacuated tube solar thermal panels, the installer will bolt the heat transfer unit to the top of the frame but not install the tubes until nearer the end. This is because the tubes start to transfer heat to the exchanger immediately, and when everything is unconnected this could damage the unit.
  4. If you don’t need a new boiler with your installation, a new dual coil water cylinder, pump and system control system will be fitted. It’s best in a loft or upper floor of your home.
  5. A new thermal store or hot water tank that will store the heat provided by the solar system is much larger than a standard tank but it may fit in the spot of your old one. The installer will ensure that it’s connected to the mains cold water, your other heating source (such as a gas boiler or biomass boiler), immersion heater, temperature sensors and the solar collectors themselves.
  6. Next they will install the pumping station, usually near the water tank. The expansion tank will be installed on the solar thermal loop, which is usually nearby. Its job is to prevent pressure changes that could damage the system.
  7. You’ll get a heat generation meter which must be MCS-certified if you want to take advantage of the RHI, and any control equipment that comes with the system will be installed.
  8. The installers will then bring the system to pressure by pumping the heat transfer liquid into the system up to a pressure of around 2 bar.
  9. Finally, your MCS-registered installer will register your solar thermal system so you can apply for RHI payments of up to £525 per year.
  10. So that’s the process of installing solar thermal panels. Remember – it's always best to use a professional to install any kind of renewable technology.
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.

Which solar battery is the best?
With so many different solar batteries on the market these days, it can be difficult to know which solar battery is the best. Luckily, we’ve picked out some of the best solar batteries on the market so you can take a look at their stats and figure out which one is best for you. Powervault 3: 8 kWh model This lithium-polymer solar battery has a useable capacity of 8 kWh and a depth of discharge (Dod) of 100%. It’s covered by warranty for 10 years. Cost: From £7,020 Tesla Powerwall 2.0 The famous Tesla Powerwall has a huge useable capacity of 13.5 kWh and also has a 10-year warranty, with a guarantee that it will work at 70% capacity during those 10 years. It’s a lithium-ion battery. Cost: From £6,500 Powervault 3: 4 kWh version This more modest solar battery from Powervault has a capacity of 4 kWh, but benefits from the same warranty length and DoD as its 8 kWh brother. Cost: From £4,470 SolaX 3.3 This more affordable solar battery from SolaX has a 10-year warranty and a good DoD of 90%. Cost: From £4,010 LG Chem RESU 6.5 LG are an up-and-coming player in the solar market and their 6.5 kWh battery is one of the most affordable on the market. Its DoD is 90% and it comes with a 10-year warranty. Cost: From £3,043 To decide which solar battery is best for you, you need to consider:
  • The power of your solar panel system – there's no point buying a higher capacity battery if your system will never generate enough electricity to charge it
  • How often you think you will need to charge your battery
  • Your budget
  • Whether you care about having the latest technology and a recognisable brand name
When you’ve made these decisions, you can narrow down your choices. It’s also worth asking a few MCS-registered installers for their opinions on what they think would be best. Of course, they want to sell you whichever brand they supply, but they probably chose this for a reason. Ask them to give you a few pros and cons for the brands they recommend and see if this matches up with your research.

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