Are you considering a solar panel installation for your Warwickshire property? Solar panel installations are an increasingly popular choice for homeowners across Warwickshire as ever-increasing energy costs leave households looking for ways to make savings. 

If you have questions about the benefits and practicalities of a solar panel installation, Intolec are on hand to help. Our experienced solar panel installers are based in Warwick and work across Warwickshire. We have put together this simple guide to solar panel installation to help answer your most frequently asked questions.

Is my home suitable for solar panel installation?

This is one of questions we are most frequently asked about solar panel installation in Warwickshire. There are several factors that a reputable solar panel installer will need to look at to let you know if your home is suitable for a solar panel installation. Firstly, they will want to determine which way your roof faces. If you have a solely north facing roof its unlikely to receive enough light throughout the day to make solar panels a worthwhile investment for you. Ideally the roof for a solar panel installation should be south facing, but east and westerly facing roofs can all have sufficient exposure for good levels of energy production.  Your solar installer will look at how much shading your roof receives from nearby buildings and trees. If it is heavily shaded, then your solar panels won’t generate much energy. The condition of your roof will also need to be considered early in the process. A roof should have an angle of between 20° and 50° for optimum performance from your solar panels. It also needs to be strong enough to support the weight of a solar panel installation and in good overall condition. Any repair work that is needed should be carried out before your solar panels are installed.

What happens during a solar panel installation?

Before a solar panel installation begins, your installer will speak with you to discuss the process and to decide the specifications of your solar installation. They will use their experience and training to advise you of the correct number of panels and will talk you through the various additional options including solar batteries. 
Once the solar panel installation has been booked, your solar panel installer will arrange for scaffolding to be erected at your Warwickshire home. This allows safe access to your roof and will usually be in place for a day or two either side of the actual solar panel installation. On the day of the solar panel installation the first job will be to install the solar panel mounts to your roof before the panels themselves are fitted. The electrician will then wire in your solar panels and install your solar inverter. If you chose a solar battery this will be installed now. The solar panels will then be connected to your fuse box. The electrician will need easy access to this on the day. The power will be off for a period of time while the electrical work is carried out. Your installer will then connect the system to the grid. After everything has been tidied up, they will show you how your system works and answer any questions you may have. And that’s it, you are now generating your own clean, green energy!

How do I choose a solar panel installer?

To make sure you receive the best service and the right advice there are a few things to look for in a solar panel installer:

  • Qualified and Registered - Look for a solar panel installer who is both qualified and registered with a governing body such as NAPIT or MCS. This gives you additional protection should things go wrong and provides peace of mind.
  • Quality Products - Which products does your solar panel installer recommend? There are quality options available for any budget and a reputable installer will only use highly rated suppliers. Check out reviews to see which products come highly recommended and which are duds.
  • Compare quotes - Always ask for at least 3 quotes. You should be able to weed out any that are suspiciously high – or low - and find the right price.

If you are considering a solar panel installation at your Warwickshire home, contact Intolec today We are your local, trusted and reliable solar panel installers in Warwick. Our NAPIT registered and fully qualified electricians are here to share their expertise and assist you every step of the way. We are experienced solar panel installers and are accredited by both MCS and HIES, so you can rest assured that you are in the best hands. Call us today and start your journey to energy independence.

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