Do you need a solar panel system to be energy independent?

If you want to be fully energy independent, you will need more panels and a solar battery big enough to store the excess energy you generate. As long as you install a solar panel system powerful enough to cover your household’s energy usage, you can rely on solar electricity for all your energy needs.

Should you consider solar panels as a home improvement?

It’s also worth considering solar panels' value as a home improvement. Solar panels are attractive to potential new homeowners when you next sell your home, which can increase your property value as a result.

Should you buy a solar PV system for your home?

Well-chosen solar panels can provide a reliable source of renewable electricity for decades, helping to slash your electricity bills and cut your carbon footprint. But buying an inappropriate solar PV system for your home could leave you out of pocket.

Are solar panels still a viable option?

In the same breath, with solar panels in the mainstream limelight, most negative perspectives have encouraged industry action to make changes and adaptations, so that solar panels remain a brilliant (and financially viable) option for homes everywhere.

Do you need an inverter for a solar panel system?

You’ll also need an inverter as part of your solar panel system, as this is what converts solar energy into the AC electricity used by the grid. Solar batteries are an additional investment that allows you to store surplus solar energy for later use or to sell back to the National Grid.

Can I get solar panels installed in my home?

There's help available to get solar panels installed in your home, but you usually need to be on certain benefits or have a low income to be eligible. What each scheme offers, and its eligibility criteria varies: The Energy Company Obligation (ECO) scheme.