Solar Photovoltaic Panels

A solar photovoltaic (PV) system provides power by converting the sun’s rays into direct current (DC) electricity, which passes through an Inverter box to create alternating current (AC) at 240v. The AC electricity is connected to the building’s electrical system & subsequently the national grid, via a designated feed-in meter which measures the amount of electricity generated and how much of it is being fed back into the national grid.

Due to the government’s recent “Feed-in Tariff” initiative and the subsequent press coverage, a vast number of Companies are rushing to enter the solar photovoltaic (PV) market. Many are purely sales driven organizations and have little or no installation experience and no local presence.

The market is already rife with commission driven sales executives employing hard-sell tactics. We guarantee not to employ such tactics. All our proposals are supported by a comprehensive report and include an Energy Saving Trust calculation summary sheet, so you can clearly see what income you are likely receive and how much you will save on your electricity bill.

Whilst the principle of designing a PV system is relatively simple, the installation often requires all the skills and experience of a very good roofer and electrician. Whilst most (not all) roofs can accommodate solar panels, the weight of the panels and the aerodynamic lift in high winds are both essential considerations when assessing the roof structure and best fixing method.

Please see our “Case Studies” section for more details on recent solar pv system work we have carried out.