by Robert Wheeler | Updated Oct 16, 2023 | Solar Energy, Solar Panel Installation, Solar Panels, Solar PV, Solar PV Installation
☀️ There is currently no maximum number of solar panels you’re allowed to have in the UK ☀️ Any solar PV system installation above 3.68kWp must have permission beforehand (DNO G99) ☀️ Buying an oversized solar PV system is less cost-effective and will produce energy...
by Robert Wheeler | Updated Sep 3, 2024 | Solar Energy, Solar Panel Installation, Solar Panels, Solar PV, Solar PV Installation, Solar Technology
☀️ In the UK, south-facing solar panels receive the most exposure to sunlight during the day ☀️ North-facing solar panels receive the least exposure to sunlight during the day ☀️ If your roof isn’t suitable, then ground or shed-mounted solar panels could be a...
by Robert Wheeler | Updated Sep 16, 2024 | Solar Panel Installation, Solar Panels, Solar PV, Solar PV Installation
☀️ The average 3-bedroom home in the UK will need 10 solar panels ☀️ Your energy usage will determine how many solar panels you need ☀️ The more efficient your solar panels are, the less of them you’ll need Solar panels are becoming more and more affordable in...
by Robert Wheeler | Updated Oct 26, 2023 | Solar Panel Installation, Solar Panels, Solar PV, Solar PV Installation
☀️ Ground-mounted solar panels for gardens cost about 25%-35% more than roof-mounted ones ☀️ Portable solar panels can be set up in your garden and can power small electric devices like laptops ☀️ Solar-powered garden lights usually cost between about £20 and £150...
by Robert Wheeler | Updated Oct 3, 2023 | Solar Panel Installation, Solar Panels, Solar PV, Solar PV Installation
Solar panels are a great way to generate clean and renewable energy for your home or business. But how do you choose the best placement for your solar panels to get the most out of them? In this blog post, I will explain some of the factors that affect the performance...
by Robert Wheeler | Updated Sep 3, 2024 | Solar Energy, Solar Panels, Solar PV, Solar Technology, Solaredge, Trina Solar
☀️ A solar panel’s power output is measured in kilowatts (kW) ☀️ A 3-bedroom home will need a 3.5 kilowatts peak (kWp) system Solar panels are a big investment, and you might feel overwhelmed by the technical terms – especially the term ‘solar panel output’. But...