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28 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Pat M

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Sell 1 Times 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, sem...

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22 Aug

Solar Panels | Thermodynamic

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Sam J

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in bishops castle area has requested that we arrange quotes for their solar hot water project.mr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a electrician directly.please c...

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22 Aug

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Sam J

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in bishops castle area has requested that we arrange quotes for their solar hot water project.mr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a electrician directly.please c...

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22 Aug

Solar Panel and Battery

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Sam J

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

type of house: semi-detached | 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 do...

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10 Jun

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Alan G

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 Bishops Castle area

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09 Apr

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Diane W

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Call anytime. 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 solar panels:...

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11 Nov

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Diane B

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call any time. roof faces: south type of building: detached number of bedrooms: 2 possible shading: no not a listed building. not in a conservation area. how became interested in solar panels...

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16 Jul

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Lyneal J

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Customer living in Bishops Castle area made an enquiry for Solar Electricity quotes via one of our websites. Customer confirmed interest via email at 08:12 / via SMS at 08:12 Roof space available No...

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22 Jun

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Edward H

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Call any time. Roof faces: South Type of building: Semi-detached Number of bedrooms: 3 Possible shading: No Not a listed building. Not in a Conservation Area. How became interested in solar pan...

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31 Dec

Solar Panels | Thermodynamic

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Francis L

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are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 property age: 1970-2000 what is your current source of heating for the renewable incentive...

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30 Dec

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Francis L

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are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 property age: 1970-2000 what is your current source of heating for the renewable incentive...

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30 Oct

Solar Panels | Thermodynamic

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Francis L

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are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 property age: 1970-2000 what is your current source of heating for the renewable incentive...

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30 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Hot Water

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Francis L

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are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 property age: 1970-2000 what is your current source of heating for the renewable incentive...

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28 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: R H

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*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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21 Oct

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: R H

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Customer living in Bishops Castle 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 app...

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02 Apr

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: J.bryce S

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

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12 Jul

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: James K

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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15 Aug

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Erik T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

homeowner detached 4 bedrooms south and east no obstructions 10 sqr mtrs Scottish power Supplied and fitted 1-3 months please contact to appoint *

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07 Aug

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Erik T

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Home Owner 4 Bedrooms Rural Detached 2 Velux on South Facing roof, but they are at the far end and there is still plenty of roof space available. South/East Facing no shading Scottish Power Fu...

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03 Aug

Solar Panels | Solar Electricity

Bishops Castle - SY9

Enquiry from: Glenys E

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Owner terrace 3+bedrooms No skylights No shading Customer advised south facing roof Customer advised more than 17sqm of space 1-3months Feed in tarriff 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 Bishops Castle cost?
Prices for Solar Panel Installers around Bishops Castle can differ relying on the kind of task that you require to have actually done in your home.

It's the question we get asked a whole lot "how much do Solar Panel Installers in Bishops Castle charge?". It's generally better to have an idea of how much a Solar Panel Installer will likely charge for their services. Rates will likely rise and fall based on the products and the tradesman selected. The list shows the sorts of job that Solar Panel Installers normally do and the average cost range of these projects. Some tasks take longer to complete than others so costs do differ by project.

Tasks that Solar Panel Installers in Bishops Castle can do:

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The average price
of a Solar Panel Installer in Bishops Castle is:

£8,808

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

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Solar Panel Installer FAQs

Are commercial solar panels worth it?

Solar panels can be pretty expensive, so require an initial investment. However, a quality solar panel installation can be very financially beneficial, saving you money in the long run. It does this in two main ways.

Firstly, using electricity generated by your solar panels means that you have to use less power from the national grid. Once you’ve bought your solar panels, your solar electricity is essentially free, meaning that you’re saving money by using this instead of power supplied by your energy company. If you want to maximise these savings, invest in a solar battery so you can store unused solar electricity ready for when you need it.

You can also earn money with your commercial solar panels through the Smart Export Guarantee [https://solar-panels.quotatis.co.uk/smart-export-guarantee/]. This is a government scheme that says that all licenced energy suppliers with 150,000 customers or more have to offer a tariff to renewable energy generators. When you generate solar electricity but don’t use it immediately it gets fed back to the grid – the tariff pays you for every kWh of this.

At the moment there’s no minimum tariff that an energy company has to offer – it only has to be above zero. However, many energy companies are competing to offer the best deal, so you can definitely find a tariff that will pay you for all the unused solar electricity you generate.

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.
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.

Who makes solar thermal panels?

There are a few trusted companies in the UK that make solar panels. While there are other solar thermal panels out there that are made by Chinese and American companies, we’ll focus on the brands with a longstanding presence in the UK since these are the panels MCS-registered solar companies are likely to recommend to you.

Viessmann, Worcester Bosch, Solar UK and Dimplex make some of the best solar thermal panels in the UK. Dimplex and Viessmann offer both flat plate and evacuated tube solar panels, while Solar UK only offers evacuated tubes. Worcester Bosch’s Greenskies range are all flat plate collectors. Viessmann’s panels come with a 5-year warranty, while Worcester Bosch and Dimplex offer extensive 10-year warranties. However, Solar UK offer a comprehensive 25-year warranty and guarantee that the panels will deliver the same level of performance for 25 years!

We’d recommend choosing evacuated tube solar thermal panels because they are the most efficient. While there won’t be much difference between evacuated tubes and flat plates in the summer, in the winter evacuated tubes are much better at taking heat from the sun than flat plates. Since our winters are long and cold with few daylight hours, we think it makes sense to go with evacuated tubes. However, if your priority is looks over maximising efficiency, you might want to choose flat plate collectors since they sit flat on the roof and look more like solar PV panels, whereas the evacuated tubes will stick out.

what are solar panels made of?

Solar cells , also referred to as photovoltaic cells (PV), absorbs energy from the sun and converts it to generate electricity. This, however, should not be confused with photovoltaic thermal cells or PVT which operates to generate heat for water in homes. Solar cells are linked electrically and also carefully organized into a large frame which is popularly called solar panels. Generally, solar cells are produced or made of silicon semi conductors which works to absorb sunlight and then turn it into electricity for use at a home. A solar panel comprises of either 60 or 72 solar cells which are electrically interconnected in series and parallel and also positioned in between glass and plastic which is then framed.

At present, solar panels incorporated for residential or domestic purposes only possesses the capacity to make use of only about 20 percent of the sunlight they’re able to absorb and convert it to electricity - also called solar efficiency. Available in the market are also a wide range of solar cell available for both industrial and commercial purposes. This type of solar panels have an efficiency rating of about 40 percent which will also automatically make them more costly than the domestic types.

One great thing about the solar industry is the fact that it keeps improving in such a way that raises both its efficiency as well as overall quality. And with further research and development, this is expected to even increase as the years go by. What’s more? As these aspects keep rising, it’s also expected that the solar panels price should be on a decrease. That way, they’ll become available to a wider range of individuals who’ll also like to save money on electricity bills and go greener.

how many solar panels can i fit commercial buildings?

Are you currently weighting the possibilities of adding a solar system to your commercial building? With lots of commercial property owners in the UK using solar now, many more are gradually coming to terms with the numerous benefits they stand to derive by getting one. Therefore, if you’re thinking about adding the system to your commercial building but do not know where to start, you’ve come to the right place.

 

In this post, our aim is to help you calculate the number of solar panels you’ll need to power your entire commercial building. Starting from the panels, you can begin by taking into account everything that makes use of power in your commercial building to get a good idea of how many you’ll need.

  • To get started, you’ll have to determine the number of watts used by your commercial building. To get this, you simply have to go through your utility bill for kilowatt-hours (kWh). This varies amongst buildings and being able to identify your daily average energy usage will assist you in getting your solar panel needs.
  • Once done, you’ll also 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.

 

In general, a medium-sized commercial building making use of an average amount of electricity will require about 70 average quality solar panels so as to cover its entire electricity needs. These are, however, just averages, so yours could be more or less so getting the idea is vital here.

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 benefits of installing solar panels?

Not only will you reduce your electricity bill by generating your own electricity with solar panels, but you can also earn money through the SEG which is offered by large energy suppliers. They’ll pay you for the electricity you export back to the grid. You’ll also reduce your carbon footprint, lessening your impact on the environment.

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