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Glow Green

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Glow Green is one of the UK's leading providers of energy efficient products that focus on the need to reduce energy consu...
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Crystal Windows and Doors

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Crystal is a uPVC Windows and Double Glazing manufacturer and installer. We have built a strong reputation in London and t...
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ARRAY ELECTRICS

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Array Electrics are an Essex based electrical contractors that offer electrical services throughout the East of England. W...
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Gess Home Improvements

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Home improvements .Solar PV ,Tesla battery, Battery storage
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J&A waste removals

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Hi I’m Aaron, me & my partner Javel are a waste management business running for nearly 2 years now for the surrounding sou...

Recent Solar Panel Installer Enquiries

04 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Battery

Colchester - CO2

Enquiry from: Manbahadur G

Start Date: Immediate

Call back anytime. Solar Electrical Storage System Quote requested on Solar electrical storage system, to be supplied and fitted.

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27 Jun

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Colchester - CO3

Enquiry from: AbdullA A

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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 Colchester area

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23 Jun

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Colchester - CO3

Enquiry from: Kay P

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Customer made enquiry online for Solar Electricity via one of our websites. Confirmed interest via phone at 11:40 Customer lives in Colchester area. Roof space available, no shading Please call to ...

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17 Jun

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Colchester - CO4

Enquiry from: Petras K

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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

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27 Apr

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Colchester - CO6

Enquiry from: Nakita D

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer in Colchester area made enquiry for Solar Electricity online. Confirmed interest via . Available roof space No shading Please call Homeowner to arrange an appointment to quote

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10 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Colchester - CO1

Enquiry from: Bidemi Mary U

Start Date: Immediate

Customer in Colchester area made enquiry for Solar Electricity online. Confirmed interest via . Available roof space No shading Please call Homeowner to arrange an appointment to quote

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05 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Colchester - CO2

Enquiry from: Melika S

Start Date: Immediate

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

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25 Jul

Solar Panel and Battery

Colchester - CO2

Enquiry from: Udek G

Start Date: Less than one month

customer made enquiry for solar electricity online. customer confirmed via they live in the colchester area. solar panels roof space available no shading to roof please contact to discuss their optio...

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07 Jun

Solar Panel and Battery

Colchester - CO4

Enquiry from: Dennis A

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

type of house: terraced | has space on roof: yes | looking for battery: yes | finance help: yes are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached do you have plans for the...

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05 Jun

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Colchester - CO4

Enquiry from: Hellen O

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Customer made enquiry for Solar Electricity online. Customer confirmed via SMS, email, They live in the Colchester area. Solar Panels Roof space available No shading to roof Please contact to discus...

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23 Apr

Solar Panel and Battery

Colchester - CO2

Enquiry from: Vasile J

Start Date: Immediate

type of house: terraced | has space on roof: yes | looking for battery: yes | finance help: yes are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms does th...

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03 Apr

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Colchester - CO1

Enquiry from: Rob G

Start Date: Immediate

semi detached house. want solar panels installed

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30 Mar

Solar Panel and Battery

Colchester - CO2

Enquiry from: Raymond N

Start Date: Immediate

Homeowner Solar pv panels South facing roof No obstructions No shading Roof space available Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint

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30 Mar

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Colchester - CO2

Enquiry from: Raymond N

Start Date: Immediate

Homeowner Solar pv panels South facing roof No obstructions No shading Roof space available Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint

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28 Mar

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Colchester - CO6

Enquiry from: Andrew S

Start Date: Less than one month

homeowner solar pv panels detached 4 bedrooms south facing roof no obstructions no shading roof space available supplied and fitted please contact to appoint

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28 Mar

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Colchester - CO2

Enquiry from: Raymond N

Start Date: Immediate

Call any time. Roof faces: South Type of building: Detached Number of bedrooms: 7 Possible shading: No Not a listed building. Not in a Conservation Area. How became interested in solar panels...

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23 Mar

Solar Panel and Battery

Colchester - CO6

Enquiry from: Andrew S

Start Date: Less than one month

four bedroom detathed 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 ...

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08 Feb

Solar Panels | B2B Solar PV 4kw - 10kw

Colchester - CO5

Enquiry from: Ana J

Start Date: Immediate

Sell 2 Times Are you the home owner of that property? COMMERCIAL Is the property solely owned or are you living there with your wife/partner? - How many Bedrooms does that property have? - Is it deta...

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04 Feb

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Colchester - CO7

Enquiry from: Jean S

Start Date: Immediate

Call back anytime. Roof faces: East-West Type of building: Detached Number of bedrooms: 7 Possible shading: No Not a listed building. Not in a Conservation Area. Hot water tank: Yes How beca...

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30 Jan

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Colchester - CO6

Enquiry from: Philip B

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Sell 1 Times Are you the home owner of that property? yes Is the property solely owned or are you living there with your wife/partner? wife How many Bedrooms does that property have? 3 Is it detached...

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How much do Solar Panel Installer services cost?

How much do Solar Panel Installers in Colchester charge?
Costs for Solar Panel Installers around Colchester can be very different depending on the type of service that you require to have performed in your residence.

It's the question we are asked a whole lot "how much do Solar Panel Installers in Colchester charge?". It's generally better to have an idea of how much a Solar Panel Installer will likely charge for their work. Rates are going to vary based on the products and the tradesperson selected. The list shows the sorts of task that Solar Panel Installers generally do and also the average price variety of these jobs. Some jobs take longer to complete than others so costs do differ by job.

Tasks that Solar Panel Installers in Colchester can do:

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

£8,808

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

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Solar Panel Installer FAQs

how much do commercial solar panels cost?

There are a wide range of benefits you stand to derive by installing solar panels for your business operations. Not only can it help you save money,  but it can also go a long way to help reduce your business’ environmental footprint. Regardless of whether your company is big or small, it can still benefit immensely by making use of solar panels. If you’re considering the installation of solar panels in your business environment, then you probably want to know just how much it’ll cost to complete the project. In order to help you make the most informed purchase decision, we’ve created this post to give you a good insight into commercial solar panel pricing. Let’s take a look!

 

Generally, the cost of commercial solar panels is within the range of £16000 to £70000 for small to mid-sized companies. However, there are a number of factors that can influence the cost of commercial solar panels which includes the size of the roof, the amount of energy that’s generated as well as the number incorporated. There is a need to evaluate the cost of solar panels so as to determine whether or not they’re a feasible option for your business. In order to determine the amount of energy your company uses per month, simply take a closer look at your utility bill.  This should indicate just how much energy you use per month as well as how much the utility company charges per kW. In general, most small to medium sized companies will incorporate 30,000 to 50,000 kWh annually and you can expect the cost to differ based on your location and the size of your system. The rule of thumb with larger systems is to calculate using £1000 per kW, plus VAT as the yardstick.

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.

How long will a solar panel battery last once it's dark?

If you’re thinking about installing a solar system in your home or property, this is probably one of the things you’d like to know before making a purchase decision. Well, you’ve come to the right place! In this post, we’re going to give you a good insight into this to help you make the best informed decision possible moving forward. Let’s take a look!

First and foremost, it must be stated that providing a short and accurate answer to this question is nearly impossible as the amount of time a solar panel will last after dark is influenced by a number of factors. These factors include the size of your solar system, the battery size as well as your power usage. As you would have imagined, batteries are charged when there is excess energy that’s being produced by your solar system but it’s not being incorporated to power your home or property. More often than not, this occurs during the sunlight’s peak periods from about 10am to 2pm.

The time it’ll take for your battery to charge is influenced by the size of your solar system in Kilowatts, the size of your battery as well as the rate in which your system is being used. Your battery can be charged in a day or two, of course unless it’s an over-sized battery for your system.

When the sun sets and your solar panels can no longer directly run your appliances via electricity generation, the battery then kicks in. You will use about 1 to 2 kW’s of power if you’re watching TV, using the oven as well as lights internet etc. in other words, even a small solar panel battery will last all night. However, the same doesn’t apply if you’re having a party with running floodlights, three fridges and air conditioner as the battery will drain a lot faster.

Can solar thermal panels provide enough hot water for my home?

Obviously the performance of a solar thermal system will vary depending on the location of the home, the insulation of the property, and your own hot water requirements. Solar thermal panels are capable of providing all of your hot water requirements from April to September. They will still make a contribution to your hot water needs for the rest of the year, but in general you will need a backup system to further heat the water in the colder months.

what are solar thermal panels?

Asides from the fact that solar energy can be converted into electricity with the help of solar panels, there’s also another pretty cool way the sun’s power can be harnessed - solar thermal technologies. These technologies are able to convert sunlight into heat rather than power and these are in fact the very first solar energy products that were commercialized in the United Kingdom. Solar thermal panels, in a similar way to solar PVs, can help in minimizing your carbon footprint while also assisting you to save good money on your energy bills by providing the much needed coverage for your heating needs with the help of a renewable energy source that’s totally free.

Solar thermal panels provides some great benefits which is capable of making all homeowners in the UK consider installing one in their respective homes. Let’s take a closer look at these benefits.

✓ When compared to solar PV panels, they’re a more affordable heating option and also have a shorter payback period.

✓ Solar thermal panels are more efficient than PV panels due to the fact that the heat waves are able to hold more energy than sunlight and also because there’s no electricity transformation process.

✓ Solar thermal panels are able to operate in cold climates, strong wind as well as overcast weather, and make use of an energy storage system.

✓ They can help you save about 600kg of carbon dioxide emissions on an annual basis.

✓ Although most of the solar thermal panel systems come with a warranty usually within the range of 5 to 10 years, they’re able to last up to 25 years. What’s more? The require just a little maintenance, meaning the main cost you’d have to worry about is the cost of installation.

How much energy does a solar panel produce?

How much energy a solar panel produces depends on its manufacturer and exposure to the sun. A good-quality solar panel typically has a power output of about 300 watts per hour, but this can vary from about 240 to 360 watts. How much energy your solar panel will produce per day depends on how many hours of unshaded daylight it’s exposed to.

Here’s an idea of how much energy you could expect a large commercial solar panel installation to produce in a year.

Solar panel system size, No. of solar panels, Annual electricity output

11kW, 44, 9,350kW

20kW, 80, 17,000kW

30kW, 120, 25,500kW

40kW, 160, 34,000kW

50kW, 200, 42,500kW

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.

How do I connect solar panels to a battery?

Most people want to connect solar panels to a battery when they’re not at home all day to use the electricity they generate, or generate more than they consume over a day. Solar batteries are a great way to maximise the savings on your energy bills since you can use every unit of electricity you generate.

If you want to connect your solar panels to a battery, the best – and safest – way is to ask an MCS-registered company to do it for you. They’ve had lots of training and hold qualifications in handling electricity and installing solar batteries, so they will be able to recommend the best battery for your solar panels and for the among of electricity you use. Some of the brands they might recommend include Tesla, SolarEdge and SolaX, but there are many more to choose from. If you want to send electricity to the grid from your battery to receive Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) payments, it’s also worth leaving installation up to a registered installer. This is because you might not be eligible for payments if your battery wasn’t installed by an MCS-registered company.

However, if you do want to have a go at connecting your solar panels to a battery, it’s worth finding out whether your system is ‘storage ready’. Most relatively new systems will be, since batteries are becoming more commonplace. If your solar panels are storage ready, they will have an inverter that can easily have a battery added to it. If this is the case, then you should be able to buy the solar battery you want and follow the manufacturer's instructions to install it.

But it’s worth remembering that electricity is extremely dangerous when handled improperly. If you don’t get the solar battery connected properly and something goes wrong, it could cause a fire or you could electrocute yourself. If a fire breaks out due to your battery, it’s unlikely that your home insurance company would pay out since you connected the battery yourself. That’s why it’s always worth speaking to a registered installer to install a solar battery storage system for you.

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