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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.
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Greener Energy Group

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

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09 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Steve H

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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30 May

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

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Enquiry from: Jan K

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

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14 Apr

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Robert B

Start Date: Less than one month

customer made enquiry online for solar electricity via one of our websites. confirmed interest via sms at 19:36 confirmed interest via phone at 19:36 customer lives in lochwinnoch area. roof space av...

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17 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Jon-Leigh C

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call any time. 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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10 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Allan Y

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

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28 May

Solar Panels | Thermodynamic

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Jennie C

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customer in the lochwinnoch area made an enquiry a couple of projects including solar hot water.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you th...

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28 May

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Jennie C

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customer in the lochwinnoch area made an enquiry a couple of projects including solar hot water.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you th...

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03 Mar

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: J B

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

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02 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Aileen F

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Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many bedrooms does the property have: 5+ Is the roof you are looking to have the solar panels on: Pitched Is your roof obs...

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09 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Fiona G

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*Homeowner- #11 Solar pv panels Semi detached 3 bedrooms South facing roof No obstructions No shading Roof space available Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint

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06 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Fiona G

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*Homeowner- #11 Solar pv panels Semi detached 3 bedrooms South facing roof No obstructions No shading Roof space available Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint

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03 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Fiona G

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Customer made an online enquiry for Solar Electricity and are waiting to be contacted. Mrs confirmed via SMS at 08:43 Mrs confirmed via email at 08:43 Mrs lives in the Lochwinnoch area. Solar PV pan...

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22 Aug

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Robert W

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Customer made an enquiry for Solar Electricity online. Confirmed via SMS at 15:45 Confirmed via email at 15:45 Mr lives in the Lochwinnoch area Solar PV panels Not sure how many panels they need Lit...

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13 Aug

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Diarmid H

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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 Customer lives in Lochwinnoch area

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18 Jul

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Aileen F

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

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04 Dec

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Scott O

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Customer looking to have Solar Panels installed on their home. Homeowner Feed In Tariff Supplied and Fitted Please Call to Appoint

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05 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Ohco J

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Customer looking to have Solar Panels installed on their home. Homeowner South East Facing Detached Roof Space Available No obstructions or shading Supplied and Fitted Please Call to Appoint

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07 Sep

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Brian T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Homeowner Solar PV panels Roof space available No shading to roof Feed In Tariff Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint

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17 Jan

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Malcolm D

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Homeowner Solar PV panels Roof space available No shading to roof Feed In Tariff Supplied and fitted Please contact to appoint Are you the property owner: Owner of the property How many bedrooms...

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14 Jan

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Lochwinnoch - PA12

Enquiry from: Jeffrey B

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Home Owner Suitable Aspect Suitable Roof Space No Shading No Obstructions Supplied and Fitted Call to Appoint

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How much do Solar Panel Installer services cost?

How much do Solar Panel Installers in Lochwinnoch charge?
Costs for Solar Panel Installers around Lochwinnoch can vary depending on the sort of task that you require to have performed in your residence.

It's the question we are asked a great deal "how much do Solar Panel Installers in Lochwinnoch charge?". It's definitely better to have an idea of how much a Solar Panel Installer will likely charge for their work. Rates will likely fluctuate based on the products and also the tradesperson selected. The list shows the kinds of task that Solar Panel Installers usually do as well as the regular price range of these projects. Some jobs take longer to finish than others so costs do differ by job.

Tasks that Solar Panel Installers in Lochwinnoch can do:

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

£8,808

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

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Solar Panel Installer FAQs

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.

How do I test my solar panel?

If you want to test your solar panel system to see if it’s working properly or just to see what output it’s giving, you can do this using a multimeter to measure current, or amps, and voltage.

Before you start, you’ll need to find the voltage (v) and current (A) ratings of your panel. You should be able to find them on the back of the panel. You should also make sure that it’s a nice clear, sunny day to get the best readings out of your panel. You should also check that it’s safe to be up on your roof!

To measure open circuit voltage, you’ll need to make sure that your solar panel is completely disconnected from your system’s regulator and battery (if you have one). Angle the panel towards the sun, and ensure that your multimeter is set to measure volts. Measure the voltage between the positive and negative terminals by connecting the negative contact on the voltmeter to the negative on the panel and the positive contact on the voltmeter to the positive on the panel.

Then, you can move on to the short circuit current. Follow the same steps as the open circuit voltage, but ensure that your multimeter is set at 10A to start with.

Only try to test your solar panel if it’s safe to do so. If your roof isn’t accessible without scaffolding or specialist equipment, consider speaking to an MCS-registered solar company about your concerns. They may recommend that they come to service your solar panel system.

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.

Does solar thermal generate electricity?

No – solar thermal doesn’t generate electricity. Unlike solar PV, solar thermal panels harness the sun’s energy and convert it into heat which is then transferred into your home.

You can have evacuated tube solar thermal panels or flat plate collectors; evacuated tubes are thought to be more efficient that flat plate collectors. They both work by using the sun’s rays to heat a transfer fluid, usually made from water and a type of antifreeze, which is pumped to a heat exchanger inside a water tank in your home. The heat from the exchanger heats the water inside your tank, then when the liquid releases its heat it’s transferred back to the collectors to start the whole process again.

You’ll need to use your solar thermal panel system with a boiler, collector or immersion heater. This is so that the water can be stored and used for your hot water and heating, and also because in the UK, people generally need to rely on another source of heating in the winter. There are fewer sunlight hours in the winter months, so it’s not often possible for solar thermal panels to generate enough heat from the sun to get your water up to temperature.

Whatever the time of year it is, you might want to heat the water up further than your solar panels can manage. That’s why you’ll still need a form of traditional hot water heating, but you should see savings on your energy bills. If you’re currently using natural gas, you can expect savings of around £60 per year on your fuel bills, while if you’re using LPG it could be as high as £100 pr year

How long do home solar batteries last?
How long home solar batteries last depends on the type of battery you have and how often it’s charged and discharged (when electricity is fed into it, then used later on). Generally speaking, a home solar battery should last between 5 and 15 years. Lithium-ion batteries last longer than lead acid batteries. Lithium-ion batteries are more common these days because they’re more cost effective. A lead acid battery is the cheaper option at around £2,000, but it’s likely to last between 5-8 years. On the other hand, a lithium-ion battery may set you back around £4,000, but will last between 11-15 years. So you can see that it’s well worth choosing a lithium-ion home solar battery. It’s also worth considering that a solar battery’s lifespan will be reduced if you over-discharge it. When your home solar battery is installed, you’ll be left a manual which will tell you its depth of discharge, or DoD. This means how much you can use the battery before recharging it – it's not as simple as letting the battery run down to 0% then charging it again. In fact, this can significantly shorten your battery’s lifespan. If your solar battery system’s DoD is 80% and its capacity is 5kW, make sure you charge it before you use up 4kW to help prolong its life. Luckily, most lithium-ion batteries have a DoD of 80% or more, so you don’t need to worry about not being able to use much of the electricity stored in your home solar battery. This is another reason to use them over lead acid batteries, because their DoD can be as low as 50%.
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 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.
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.

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