Solar Panels

Many households today are installing solar panels on their homes. These can produce cheap, green electricity from sunlight. The systems are generally known as Solar Photovoltaics (PV) and they capture the sun's energy and convert it into electricity for use withi the home. The extra benefit you gain from having Solar Panels installed is the money you get paid for generating electricity and feeding it back into the electricity grid. The amount you get paid is based on the Feed-in Tariffs.

The benefits of Solar Electricity

• After the cost of the initial installation the amount you pay on your electricity bill will be reduced as you are generating your own electricity from the free sunlight
• Solar generated electricity doesnt release carbon dioxide
• The Governments Feed-in Tariffs pay you for the electricity you generate, even if you use it.
• Non-used electricity can be fed back into the grid and you will receive payment for this

The general household could generate savings and income upto £670 per year.

Cost of Installing Solar Panels

The power of a PV cell is measured in kilowatts peak (kWp). That's the rate at which it generates energy at peak performance in full direct sunlight during the summer.

Most domestic systems are 3kWp and the cost of installing such a solar panels system could be up to £10,000. Prices vary between installers and it is worth getting 3 different quotes. Use the link below to receive quotes from installers local to yourself. Once installed solar panels need little maintenance.