Why choose Solar PV for your home?
Solar PV is becoming an increasingly popular renewable energy solution, helping homeowners generate their own clean electricity and reduce their reliance on energy from the grid. With energy costs continuing to fluctuate, generating your own electricity can be an effective way to improve your home's energy efficiency while potentially reducing your electricity bills.
Solar PV can help you save money by allowing you to generate and use your own electricity, reducing the amount you need to purchase from your energy supplier. You may also be able to receive payments for any surplus electricity your system generates and exports back to the grid. Alongside the potential financial benefits, Solar PV can help reduce your household's carbon footprint by providing a source of clean, renewable energy.
You can maximise the benefits of your Solar PV system by combining it with battery storage, allowing excess electricity generated during the day to be stored and used later when your panels are producing less energy.
Installation and Maintenance
Depending on the size of your property, most of our Solar PV systems can be installed within a single day. Aran's Solar PV surveyor and installers will work together to ensure your system is installed safely, correctly and ready to generate renewable electricity for your home.
Solar PV panels work best when the sky is clear and the sun is shining, but they can still generate electricity on cloudy days. The amount of electricity produced will vary depending on factors such as the weather, time of year, roof orientation, panel positioning and available sunlight.
Once installed, Solar PV panels require very little maintenance. They are designed to withstand the UK's changing weather conditions and typically have a lifespan of 25 years or more.
With the right installation and care, Aran's Solar PV systems can provide your home with a reliable source of renewable energy for many years.
Ready to make the switch to renewable energy? Get in touch with our team to start your Solar PV journey.
Could Solar PV Save You Money?
Having Solar PV installed can potentially increase the value of your home by improving its energy efficiency and, in some cases, its Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rating. A more energy-efficient home can be an attractive feature for potential buyers, particularly as household energy costs remain an important consideration.
The amount of money you could save with Solar PV will depend on a number of factors, including the number of panels installed, their position and orientation, the amount of sunlight your property receives and how you use electricity throughout the day. Using more of the electricity generated by your panels in your home can help you make the most of your system.
Following your property assessment, our team will be able to provide an estimate of how much electricity your Solar PV system could generate and discuss the potential benefits for your home.
For additional guidance, the Energy Saving Trust (EST) provides a useful Solar Energy Calculator, which can give you an indication of the potential savings and generation you could achieve.
Battery Storage
Depending on how you use your electricity, it may be beneficial to install battery storage alongside your Solar PV system. A battery allows you to store excess electricity generated by your solar panels during the day, rather than sending unused energy back to the grid.
The stored electricity can then be used later when your Solar PV system is generating less energy, such as in the evening or overnight. This can help you make greater use of the renewable energy you generate yourself and potentially reduce the amount of electricity you need to purchase from the grid.
Battery storage can be particularly useful for households that are out during the day and use more electricity in the evenings, when Solar PV generation is typically lower. It can also give you greater flexibility over how and when you use the energy your system generates.
When assessing your property, we can consider your household's electricity usage alongside the size and expected generation of your Solar PV system to help determine whether battery storage could be a worthwhile addition to your installation.
Solar PV Grants and Funding
You may be able to access grant funding to help towards the cost of your Solar PV installation. Grant availability and eligibility can vary depending on where you live, your property and your circumstances, and not all funding is means tested. Our team will assess your eligibility and check whether there are any available funding opportunities that could help reduce the cost of your installation.
For eligible households, schemes such as the Warm Homes: Local Grant may provide support towards energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy measures. If you live in the Mid Suffolk area, you may also be eligible for support through Mid Suffolk Cosy Homes, which can help eligible households make energy efficiency improvements and explore renewable energy options.
You may also benefit from 0% VAT on qualifying energy-saving materials and renewable energy installations, subject to the current eligibility criteria. This reduced VAT rate is currently available until 2027 and can help make installing Solar PV and other renewable energy technologies more affordable.
Funding schemes and eligibility criteria can change, so our team will always check the latest available options and help you understand whether you could benefit from any available support.
Solar PV FAQ's
Read through our list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) about Solar Photovoltaic systems. Got a question we haven't covered? Simply contact us here.
A. Solar PV systems convert sunlight into electricity using photovoltaic cells. It can power homes, businesses, or feed energy into the grid.
A. Solar panels absorb sunlight and convert it into direct current (DC). An inverter then converts DC into alternating current (AC) for use in electrical appliances.
- Solar panels
- Inverter
- Mounting structure
- Battery (optional for storage)
- Monitoring system
A. Typically, solar panels last 25 to 30 years, while inverters may need replacement after 15 to 20 years.
A. Solar PV systems require minimal maintenance - mainly cleaning panels and checking connections periodically.
A. Yes, panels still generate electricity on cloudy days, but at reduced efficiency. At night, they do not produce power; batteries or grid supply are needed.
A. Net metering allows you to send excess electricity back to the grid and receive payment or credits, reducing your electricity bill.
A. On average, 1 kW of solar PV requires about 10 m² of roof space, depending on panel efficiency.
A. Costs vary by location, system size, and technology, but prices have dropped significantly in recent years. Incentives and subsidies can reduce costs further. Find out more by visiting our Grants page.
- Reduces electricity bills
- Environmentally friendly (low carbon footprint)
- Energy independence
- Long-term savings
