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What’s available for Solar Panel Grants and Schemes in the UK

By Anthony Jones / October 1, 2023

There are presently three initiatives that may be of interest to our local customers.  Some schemes such as the Free Solar Panel Scheme and Feed-in Tariff are no longer available.…

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Will my solar panels work in a power cut?

By Anthony Jones / September 18, 2023

This depends on the type of solar panel system you want installed.  Presently, for most residential homes in the UK the answer will be NO. This is because of a…

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Are solar panels recyclable and what does that mean in the UK

By Anthony Jones / August 29, 2023

As solar panel installers covering Sutton and Croydon we’re not experts in recycling.  Also as installers we are not directly responsibility for the disposal of panels and batteries. Nevertheless, we…

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Weird and Wonderful Facts About Solar Power

By Anthony Jones / August 10, 2023

We see some indication of growing demand for solar power through our solar panel and battery installations in the Sutton and Croydon, but this is dwarfed by some of the…

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The first solar-powered car and are they challenging the Electric vehicle (EV)?

By Anthony Jones / July 25, 2023

We install home solar panels in Croydon (and southern areas of it). These domestic panels are great for charging batteries that power Electric Vehicles (EV). More recently there a been…

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Can solar energy power my car (electric vehicle)?

By Anthony Jones / December 15, 2022

The short answer Yes, it is possible to use solar power to power an electric vehicle (EV). It can be a good saving especially during the summer months in the…

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Advantages and disadvantages of solar energy

By Anthony Jones / December 13, 2022

We are biased when it comes to solar energy so we thought it would be fun to “interview” ChatGPT  to see what it would tell us about the advantages and…

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DIY Solar Panels. Can I install them myself?

By Anthony Jones / December 12, 2022

Yes, but it’s generally recommended you hire a professional for main 3 reasons: 1. Installing solar panels requires specialized knowledge. The work has to be carried out correctly to ensure…

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How are solar panels installed?

By Anthony Jones / December 11, 2022

This is our typical solar panel installation in 7 steps.  Other professional solar panel installers are likely to follow a similar path.  1. Free detailed consultation and quote. A free…

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Are solar panels worth it?

By Anthony Jones / December 10, 2022

  Solar panels are a renewable source of energy that can: Save you significant money on your energy bills and Reduce your carbon footprint and protect the environment. It’s an…

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Solar Photovoltaics And Home Battery Storage

By Anthony Jones / November 22, 2022

Solar power or Solar PV isn’t a new technology but the rise in energy prices and drop in the relative cost of the materials means it is becoming more accessible…

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How to Find a Good Local Electrician

By Anthony Jones / August 11, 2021

Locating an electrician in your area is very important. This is because while a lot of people like to do everything themselves, a shocking amount of them get into problems…

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