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Safeguard Installations

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

32 review(s)
Offers services in JOHNSTONE
About Us Greener Energy Group have over 30 years combined experience of providing energy saving solutions to customers,...
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ECH Group

31 review(s)
Offers services in JOHNSTONE
Here at ECH Group we believe in providing the best service and the most competitive prices for our customers, helping them...
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Ecopower Innovations

31 review(s)
Offers services in JOHNSTONE
Eco Power Innovations Limited is a long established Solar PV design and installation company. It was founded by individual...
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In2Gr8Ted Solutions

16 review(s)
Offers services in JOHNSTONE
About the Company History: Established in 2007, In2gr8ted Solutions have progressed through diverse sectors from Home A...

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21 May

Solar Panels | Solar Battery

Johnstone - PA5

Enquiry from: James R

Start Date: Less than one month

i already have 15 solar panels fitted, 4kw. i am looking for an ac coupled charger and battery bank. i have a feed in tariff meter already fitted and want to retain my export income, are you the prop...

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03 May

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Johnstone - PA5

Enquiry from: James R

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i already have 15 solar panels fitted, 4kw. i am looking for an ac coupled charger and battery bank. i have a feed in tariff meter already fitted and want to retain my export income, are you the prop...

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29 Jan

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Johnstone - PA5

Enquiry from: Jack P

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22 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Johnstone - PA5

Enquiry from: Jagjit P

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Call anytime. Roof faces: South Type of building: Non-residential Possible shading: No Not a listed building. Not in a Conservation Area. How became interested in solar panels: Reduce Bills ...

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22 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Johnstone - PA10

Enquiry from: Alma S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

we’re are getting our roof replaced and would like integrated solar panels and battery storage are you the property owner: owner of the property how many bedrooms does the property have: 3-4 type of...

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22 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Johnstone - PA10

Enquiry from: Alma S

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Call anytime. Roof faces: South Type of building: Terraced Number of bedrooms: 3 Possible shading: No Not a listed building. Not in a Conservation Area. How became interested in solar panels:...

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07 Oct

Solar Panel and Battery

Johnstone - PA5

Enquiry from: Gordon M

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 confirmed at 15:56 via sms customer lives...

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22 Sep

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Johnstone - PA5

Enquiry from: Catalin S

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Customer made an online enquiry for Solar Electricity. Mr lives in the Johnstone area. Solar Panels Roof space available Not sure on what kW they want so please call to discuss their options for S...

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02 Sep

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Johnstone - PA5

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

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31 Aug

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Johnstone - PA5

Enquiry from: Raymond F

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

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29 Aug

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Johnstone - PA10

Enquiry from: Alessio G

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Customer in Johnstone area made enquiry for Solar Electricity online. Confirmed interest via email/SMS. Available roof space No shading Please call Mr to arrange an appointment to quote

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13 Jul

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Johnstone - PA6

Enquiry from: William T

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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 Johnstone area Please call to arrange appointment and discuss

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13 Jun

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Johnstone - PA10

Enquiry from: Thomas K

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

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30 May

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Johnstone - PA6

Enquiry from: Dawn E

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Customer made an online enquiry for Solar Electricity and is waiting to be contacted. Ms confirmed via SMS at 16:44 Ms lives in the Johnstone area. Solar PV panels Roof space available, not sure on...

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20 Jan

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Johnstone - PA5

Enquiry from: Basman K

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Customer made an enquiry for Solar Electricity online. Confirmed via SMS at 09:36 Mr lives in the Johnstone area Solar PV panels Not sure how many panels they need Little to no shading Please call ...

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13 Jan

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Johnstone - PA5

Enquiry from: Steve B

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

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05 Jan

Solar Panel and Battery

Johnstone - PA5

Enquiry from: Garry S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer made an enquiry for solar electricity online. mr lives in the johnstone area solar pv panels not sure how many panels they need little to no shading please call to make an appointment are yo...

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20 Dec

Solar Panel and Battery

Johnstone - PA6

Enquiry from: Gary K

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10 Dec

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Johnstone - PA5

Enquiry from: Basman K

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

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02 Dec

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Johnstone - PA6

Enquiry from: Linda K

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

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How much do Solar Panel Installer services cost?

How much do Solar Panel Installers in Johnstone cost?
Prices for Solar Panel Installers around Johnstone can be very different depending on the sort of job that you require to have actually done in your residence.

It's the inquiry we get asked a lot "how much do Solar Panel Installers in Johnstone charge?". It's always better to have an idea of how much a Solar Panel Installer will likely cost for their work. Prices are going to change based upon the materials and also the tradesperson chosen. The table reveals the sorts of service that Solar Panel Installers commonly do and also the average price variety of these jobs. Some projects take longer to complete than others so costs do vary by job.

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

£8,808

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

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Solar Panel Installer FAQs

Do solar panels require maintenance?

You shouldn’t need to maintain your solar panels much at all as long as there’s nothing piled up on top of the panels that could block out the sun. They are installed at an angle, so when it rains the water runs off them and gives them a clean. However, if this doesn’t quite cut it, you can spray them with a hose a few times a year.

Can solar panels cause fires?
It’s only likely that solar panels will cause fires if they are installed incorrectly. The safest thing to do is ask an MCS-registered engineer to install your panels as they have all the relevant qualifications and training in handling electricity. If you choose a reputable company that can prove they have the right certifications, it’s highly unlikely that your solar panels will cause a fire. It’s important to remember that solar PV panels can’t start a fire themselves. It’s other parts that could become faulty that would then lead to a fire. For example, if the connectors in the system aren’t seamed properly, it could cause arcing and overheating, which could then cause the panels to set alight. Another possibility is that the junction box overheats and starts a fire. The junction box is found on the rear side of the solar panel and enables the electrical connection via a connector. Of course, since solar panels harness electricity, there is always a small fire risk – just like there is with any electrical appliance in your home. But there are some precautions you can take to reduce your risk of fire from solar panels:
  • Don’t buy cheap solar panels – while it might seem tempting, make sure you choose MCS-certified solar panels. Any reputable installer will recommend high quality solar panels, which is another reason to have them professionally installed rather than doing it yourself.
  • Ensure that your installer uses non-combustible mounting systems and frames.
  • Check your system regularly for signs of pests gnawing through cables.
  • Keep your solar panel system regularly maintained with proper testing and servicing carried out as recommended by your installer.
  • If something doesn’t look right to you, get in touch with your installer and ask – they should be more than happy to help.
How much do solar panels cost?
The cost of solar panels has reduced significantly over the years. While a system may have cost you up to £20,000 in the early days, that’s not the case anymore. So how much do solar panels cost today? The cost of an average 4kW system on an average home will set you back between £4,500-6,500. But pair that with the savings on your electricity bills and payments that you can receive from the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG), the net cost could be much less. The SEG is a payment from your energy supplier for any electricity that you don’t use and send back to the grid. Each energy supplier can set their own rate, but it must be above zero at all times. This replaces the Feed-in Tariff Scheme (FITs) which used to pay solar panel owners per kW of electricity they generated as well as that which they sent back to the grid. This was a much more lucrative scheme which saw homeowners earn back the cost of their system within a few years, but it ended in March 2019. Now, with the SEG and your savings on your electricity bills, you could save up to £330 a year – meaning you could break even within 14 years. Solar panel systems are likely to last up to 25 years, so they’re still well worth investing in. Combine that with the saving of 1.29 tonnes of carbon dioxide every year, and you’ve done your bit for the environment.
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.

do solar hot water systems need servicing?

Like every other systems in your home, solar hot water systems will require periodic inspections as well as a regular maintenance in order to keep it running as efficiently as it should. Not only that, the various components will also require either repair or replacement from time to time. It’ll also be proactive to take the necessary precautions so as to prevent worrying issues like corrosion, scaling or freezing.

Is it a task you can handle on your own? Well, there are some inspections and maintenance activities you should be able to handle on your own, however, you’ll also require a qualified technician to carry out the more technical or complicated tasks. You should also take note that it may actually be more cost effective to have some systems replaced, shut off or removed completely than having it repaired. Here are some of the essential inspections that should be carried out on solar system components. They include:

✓ Collector soiling. Periodic cleaning of your collectors is important especially in dry and dusty climates.

✓ Plumbing, ductwork and wire connections. Check the pipe connections for fluid leaks. Examine duct connections and seals. Also make sure that all wire connections are tight.

✓ Roof penetrations. Flashing and sealant around the roof penetration should be checked to see that it’s in a good shape.

✓ Collector shading. Check for shading of the collectors on annual basis as this may greatly affect their performance.

✓ Support structures. Examine all bolts and nuts which connects the support structures to the collectors for tightness.

✓ Heat transfer fluids. Anti freeze solutions in liquid solar heating collectors will have to be replaced periodically. And this right here is a task that’s best handled by a licensed technician.

what is solar thermal?

Unlike the photovoltaic (PV) power which works to turn a part of the electromagnetic radiation of the sun directly to electrons and electricity, a solar thermal can simply be referred to as the absorption of the sun’s heat for human use. As a result, the solar thermal has a wider range of uses than the PV does in several ways. This is due to the fact that the sun’s heat can be absorbed and transported via a medium and the stored energy incorporated for several great purposes such as to heat water, to heat and cool a home or living space, to prepare a meal as well as to generate electricity. All these functions are useful for both residential and commercial spaces.

There are generally three different ranges of solar thermal energy that are being used which includes the low temperature ( for heating, cooling as well as ventilation), the mid temperature ( used for preparing meals, heating hot water and the likes) as well as the high temperature ( used for generating electricity). To focus more on generating electricity, there are a wide array of ways through which the sun’s heat can be directed at creating electricity via a heat exchanger which operates to super heat water or inert gas to power an electricity- generating plant or to produce electricity via a Stirling engine.

In order to increase their output or make them more efficient, evacuated glass tubes are used to encircle the tubes which in turn helps them to collect more heat energy while also protecting them from re-radiating the heat energy absorbed. The trough are normal positioned north to south as well as to keep tabs on the travels of the sun throughout the day.

how to install solar panels and batteries?

How To Install Solar Panels And Batteries

Have you decide to purchase a solar system for your home and wondering how to go about the installation? If yes, then we’ve got you covered! In recent times, it’ll be totally safe to say that solar panels and batteries for home use in the UK has now become more of a necessity than a luxury considering the numerous benefits the system offers. However, with the cost of having the system installed, you might be forced to think about the doing the installation yourself.

If you lack proper training and experience in the solar system installation process, it’s advisable to hire the services of a qualified technician who can guarantee the best results the first time and help you save time and extra costs that may result from possible costly errors. Here, we’ll give you a good insight into the installation process.

• Mount the solar panel and ensure it’s properly screwed to your roof. Try to position in such a way that it faces direct sun rays to have enough solar power generated.

• Connect your charge controller. The current that’s being generated by the solar panels will not be stable all day long. As a result, it’s important to avoid connecting solar photo voltaic modules directly to your better, if you don’t want it damaged. To control the current received from the solar panels, the charge controller is required. It has three connecting points - one for the battery, one for the solar panels and the last for Direct Current (DC) identify the one for solar panels and connect accordingly.

• Connect the battery to charge controller. The charge controller possess two terminals for the battery - the positive and negative terminals. Connect the positive terminal to the positive of the battery and also do the same for the negative.

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.

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