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IBoost Immersion Heating
Hi, My new system is working great but I have now worked out that the IBoost is only heating the top part of my Immersion tank (as you would expect). I understand that you can have a pump fitted but I have just been told of a simple DIY fix, lets see if I can explain it: Basically you take a drain pipe section and put this…
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Grid connection limit?
I've read that there's a 16A * 240 = 3840kW limit for home Solar PV connection. Anything above which would need special permission, and my local solar installer said that may take ~1 month and is highly likely to be refused. Is that true? What are the rules? I'd like to get a 5kW installation, do I need to apply for…
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6Kw System fitted just in Time
Have just managed to get my 6Kw system installed this week and can't stop looking at the App showing generation.lol I have a question about IBoost. I know how it works but typically what sort of solar generation level would see the Iboost kick in. My understanding is that a typical house will consume around 2-300w from…
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Nothing like leaving it to the last minute! Couple of PV questions...
Hi all, We've been thinking about PV for some time but only just realised the FiT is ending! We've had to get our backsides in gear but I think we might be nearly sorted. :o We've had a quote from a well respected local company for 14 x Jinko 290w panels and Solis inverter for just under £5k which seems about right. The…
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MCS certificate help
Hello everyone, I'm filling out MCS certificate because my supplier couldnt be bothered to do it ( I will explain later) On the form it sais total installed capacity which is 12 x 300w which is 3.60 kw Then declared net capacity kW which I'm stuck on would it be same as above or the capacity of the inverter which is 3.3kw?…
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Quote for solar PV
Could I get some opinions/thoughts on the following quote please. Am awaiting a second quote for comparison, due imminently, but have been given a ballpark figure. I won't say who it is at this point. Both suppliers can get the systems fitted and certified before the end of March. Supplier 1 4.2kWp 14 x QCells 300 Solis…
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Do you have to have a wi-fi stick to monitor an inverter?
Currently having a solar panel system fitted with a Solis 6 inverter to our barns We have some wi-fi issues with various deadspots etc around the house and due to being unable to receive wi-fi in the barns opted not to bother having the inverter wi-fi stick. How else do we monitor the inverter? We have an iBoost so can see…
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Should I go for Solar or Not.. the ultimate dilemma!
I have been thinking about Solar for the longest time. I moved into my new house Sep last year and now have the opportunity to do something about it. It was on my to do list until recently when I found out that FIT is about to end. Long story short, I have reached out to some suppliers who can still fit within the deadline…
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Another Solar Quote Question!
Hi All, I've been dabbling with energy saving/storing/reusing and its about time to do it right. Right seems to be a difficult one, as it appears with the amount of cowboys out there and different systems available is leaving me completely confused. I had a chap from a company come out yesterday, nice guy, openly said he…
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Solar panel guarantee risk?
Quick question - I see talk on here about solar panel companies saying they're not renewing registrations, wholesalers who have no trade... is it not massively risky that any solar install company could be out if business very soon? That means if there are any issues you'll be on your own getting the kit off the roof? I…
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EPC and RHI
Am I right in that you only need to have a recent EPC to get RHI now? For some reason I thought you needed to be a D before you could claim (FIT or RHI) which for my old house is impossible WITHOUT fitting renewables, and I'd started to think we couldn't do it. But now going through the RHI calculator and putting in the…
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Air Source Running Costs
Hi All, I have a query I have a new build house (6 months old) The house is 4 bedroom My bills are £300 approx per month Does this sound right? It seems a lot to be honest Thanks
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Sun height (angle) more important than azimuth
In better trying to understand my new system I've become interested in the interaction between azimuth and sun angle..... and its affect on solar generation for my setup. -- Angle being the vertical height of the sun in the sky -- Azimuth being the horizontal position, ie when it moves sideways across the sky. I initially…
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Recycling marmite and Nutella jars
I clean out mayonnaise etc jars for recycling, do you also need to clean out marmite jars and nutella? Marmite is difficult to ewt completetly clean.
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Anyone with solar panels in Lincolnshire?
Decided last year to have solar panels fitted in the next couple of years but a combination of being busy with work and then a long holiday meant I didn't see the announcements about FITs ending so now we're wondering whether to bring forward our plans and try and get them installed before 31st March (a tall order but we…
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Sniff smart relays to measure output?
Apologies if this has already been discussed before, I did search Is anyone using a Sonoff Pow R2 or similar to monitor their solar panels? I've bought for two reasons. Firstly, it means I can see the output from an Android app and check for any concerns. But more importantly it has IFTTT integrationso it can automatically…
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Is there an active general 'green' online forum anywhere?
This 'Green and Ethical Moneysaving' subforum is great but I'm looking for an online forum to discuss all sorts of green issues, from the practical side (energy saving, using less plastic, etc.) to campaigning, rather than just moneysaving-related things, and am struggling to find one - especially one that's busy. Any…
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Should MSE make sure promoted offers are ethical?
Sorry for the long post but bare with me, I originally wrote this as an email I wished to send to MSE but then couldn't find a contaxct to send it to, so I came here instead. To MSE, A different question you may or may not be used to, but do you consider the ethics of the offers you promote on social media and through…
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Ecopartners and TP Solar
Hi all, I have a system installed by TP Solar with Enphase inverters that has been running fine. I recently received a letter from Ecopartners informing me that TP Solar had gone out of business (no great surprise there) but they could offer to take over monitoring my system and offered a free health check. I had put this…
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Zanussi Solar Quote (6KW System)
Hi Everyone I understand the FIT is coming to an end in April and I've got a quote from Zanussi Solar and wanted some feedback on whether it's a good quote. Roof Orientation: South-East 20x Zanussi 330w Mono (Black on Black) panels K2 In-Roof Mounting Kit G59 Application for 6.6KW system Connection: String Inverters. Later…
