Solar Panel Installation

MCS Full Approved Solar Panel Installers With Over 15 Years Experience In The Electrical Engineering Sector


Nationwide Solar Panel Installers

Empower are the leading solar panel installers In Dorset, with over 50 megawatts and more than 3000 commercial installations to date. We know by using solar our Clients see immediate reductions in energy costs, benefiting from generous ROI and meeting sustainable commitments. Empower Energy install solar systems across the UK offering a full solution from project management, design, performance calculations, modelling, planning, installation and commissioning.

Which Solar Panel Installers Are Right For You

Investing in solar is intelligent... As long as you do it right. Ensuring your installers are MCS accredited is essential to guarantee a seamless and professional installation without any safety issues. Being MCS accredited is a certification which provides evidence that all your installations ( including planning and design) are completed to the highest standards. This ultimately instils confidence in customers that your company provides knowledgeable and quality installs.

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    Is My Home Suitable For Solar PV Checklist

    Orientation

    South-facing is the best roof orientation to have when looking for solar to be installed. Whilst many of our customers have east, west-facing roofs and still get good panel efficiency with only minimal loss of production, south-facing roofs get the sun for the longest amount of time and see it when it's at its peak, which means they tend to generate more electricity.

    I Have A North Facing Roof Can I Get Solar?

    Whilst considering solar one of the most important things that make for a successful PV system is what direction your roof is facing. North facing roofs can cause issues when it comes to solar because the overall energy production and output is a lot lower than it would be with a south-facing roof. This doesn’t necessarily mean you cannot get solar, there are options available that may make it possible, however, we generally recommend solar to people with south, east and west-facing roofs.

    Structure

    Whilst deciding if solar is the right fit for you It’s crucial that as solar panel installers we ensure the structure of your roof is stable enough to withhold the added weight solar panels carry. Usually, this isn't a problem and it's unommon that we come across roofs with structural challenges, however, we do always complete visual surveys just to be certain.

    Do I Have Enough Space For Solar Panels On My Roof?

    As reliable solar panel installers, we believe this is an Important point to consider before jumping straight into getting solar installed on your home. A standard home has a 4kw system with between 16-20 panels needing between 25 and 35m2 roof space to accommodate this. You should also bear in mind that any roof-mounted installations cannot be fitted to close to the external edge and need around 15cm outer edge space free for on-roof and around 25cm for in-roof installations. This will impact the overall size system of your system.

    Choosing MCS Accredited Solar PV Installers

    MCS is a nationally recognized quality insurance scheme supported by the department for business, energy and industrial strategy. So it's critical that your solar panel installers are MCS Accredited and you stay away from any companies whose installers aren’t certified. If the installer isn’t your panels won’t be customer protected, this is just one of the ongoing issues you could face from choosing a low-quality installer. Here at Empower all of our engineers are highly qualified MCS Accredited fitters.

    What Is The Right System Size For Me?

    The size of your roof is going to determine the number of panels that can fitted, which will influence the size of system that can be installed.

    Initially we can use mapping software like Google Earth which will allow us to accurately measure your roof size. Using this data we can produce a desktop survey and calculate your production and savings

    How Experienced Is Your Solar Panel Installer

    Look for solar panel installers who are MCS Accredited and have several years experience in the industry. Your fitters should produce an initial desktop survey or visit you to determine the size of system that can be installed. This should be followed up with a no obligation quote outlining the costs and savings you can expect to make.

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    What Warranty's Are Offered ?

    Empower Energy are a UK pioneer of SolarEdge technology and believe it to be the new standard of PV installations. Empower offer a SolarEdge standard warranty that lasts 12 years which can be extended to 20 years.

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    Will My Solar Panels Require Regular Maintenance?

    Luckily solar panels don’t require much maintaining, we do however advice all our customers have an annual maintenance checkup to make sure everything is working as it should. Solar panels have an average deficiency of around 0.5% to 1% a year which over 25 years isn't much at all. However, it's worth getting your panels checked anyway especially if it's been a while since you’ve had them installed. This means you won't worry, and we’ll know your panels are in excellent condition. Besides providing over a decade of experience as top quality solar panel installers we also deliver an excellence maintenance scheme. Our yearly solar servicing includes a thorough clean of your panels from our team of MCS accredited solar panel installers as well as an inspection of your solar PV system for any faults.

    Solar Panel Costs

    The cost of a PV system can vary depending on the number of panels and type of inverter installed. Any solar panel installers should provide you with a detailed breakdown of the costs associated with your installation.

    How Can Solar Panels Protect My UK Business?

    We Install Solar Panels for businesses large and small all over the UK. With over 14 years’ experience fitting top-quality solar panels for clients across the country, we know that solar is the leading way to bring down your electricity bills. This is just one of the many ways solar can help protect your business. Solar is a renewable energy source that produces natural energy from sunlight without damaging our environment. Solar is all about being green and here at Empower our solar panel installers make it a priority to ensure our clients benefit from all the advantages solar has to offer.

    Will I Need Planning Permission ?

    Since 2008, the installation of solar panels has been deemed 'permitted development' and therefore planning permission is not required, unless the building is listed or in a conservation area.

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