Can I add battery storage to my solar panels? If you’re a homeowner based in Nottingham and you too are thinking of the same question, why not give Definitive Electrical Solutions a call. Our experience in renewable energy generation puts us ahead of the competition.
Back to top1) What is battery storage?
The ingenious idea of battery storage includes technology that stores excess electricity made by solar panels. The stored energy can be used at a later time so homeowners in Nottingham don’t need to tap into electricity from the national grid.
Back to top2) Can I add battery storage to my solar panels?
For an experienced electrician like Definitive Electrical Solutions it is very easy to retrofit battery storage to solar panels. This way solar panels at your home generate electricity during the day, storing it in the battery system to be used in the evenings or when it is dark.
It’s preferable if adding battery storage to an AC coupled system as this is the simplest solution as you won’t need to upgrade the inverter. However, for most existing solar panel systems, adding an inverter is a simple task.
Back to top3) Factors affecting the cost of battery storage.
Today, battery storage and solar panel installation is more affordable to homeowners. Final costs are determined by how easy it is to integrate the new battery storage with your existing system. If we end up upgrading the inverter to a hybrid model or need to take a dedicated supply form your consumer unit, there will be additional costs.
Once Definitive Electrical Solutions conduct an initial consultation with you and inspect your current solar panel system, our expert team will be able to give you more precise details surrounding cost.
Back to top4) Which size battery storage do I need?
The right size battery for your home depends on the brand of battery used and of course the size of your property. The typical range for a battery storage in UK homes is between 5kWh and 10kWh. It's a fine balance between how much electricity is generated by the solar panels and your household electricity usage.
Back to top5) Benefits of adding battery storage to my solar panels.
Energy prices for the future are unpredictable. Homeowners are turning towards battery storage in conjunction with solar panels to combat rising energy prices. Helping your household in Nottingham save money.
If your household tends to be out for most of the day and you use very little electricity, then battery storage will increase the value of your existing system. Allowing you to conserve more electricity to use in the evenings.
You can demonstrate your willingness to reduce your carbon footprint by installing solar panels and battery storage systems. Renewable energy in homes is becoming more popular so now is the time to consider adding battery storage to solar panels.
Back to top6) Definitive Electrical Solutions.
As a reputable electrician, we take great pride in delivering first class services. This includes a neat and tidy work ethic with the lowest level of disruption to you. As an efficient team, we work methodically to complete projects in a timely manner.
Back to top7) Contact us!
To discuss whether you can add battery storage to my solar panels in Nottingham, contact Definitive Electrical Solutions.
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