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thegentleway
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Considering solar panels as we are doing double storey extension which have scaffolding.
Have got an estimate from Joju but it seems rather expensive:
Have got an estimate from Joju but it seems rather expensive:
System Specification
17 x Aiko 465W N-Type ABC, 54 Cell, Black Frame, Gen 2
Solis S6 6.0kW 2MPPT Inverter 1PH
On-roof mounting system
Peripherals included
Scaffolding Not Included
Immersion Controls: No
Bird Protection: No
Export Limitation Meter: No
£9,460
Battery is another £8,5k
Panels would go on pitched roof facing SW and SE in West Midlands, no shade, annual consumption 3kWh
£9,460
Battery is another £8,5k
Panels would go on pitched roof facing SW and SE in West Midlands, no shade, annual consumption 3kWh
No one has ever become poor by giving
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That's just not good value no matter how you slice it! Here's a great example of a superior quote I've seen just last week from installers I use:
17 X Sharp 425W black panels (25/30 year guarantee)
17 X SolarEdge optimizers (25 year warranty)
1 X SolarEdge 8kW inverter (20 year warranty)
~£8K installed. Bird netting & G99 included. Larger more capable inverter, optimization, longer warranties and much better component brand reputations.
I'd recommend squeezing in a few more panels if the surveyor shares they will fit on your aspects. I don't believe you need a battery with low annual consumption of 3000 kWh but if you insist, you can have a GivEnergy All in One installed for £6.5K, which will allow access to the lucrative Intelligent Flux tariff.You can do way better!- 10 x 400w LG + 6 x 550W SHARP BiFacial Panels + SE 3680 HD Wave Inverter + SE Optimizers. SE London.
- Triple aspect. (22% ENE/ 33% SSE/ 45% WSW)
- Viessmann 200-W on Advanced Weather Comp. (the most efficient gas boiler sold)Feel free to DM me if I can help with any energy saving!1 -
Screwdriva said:That's just not good value no matter how you slice it! Here's a great example of a superior quote I've seen just last week from installers I use:
17 X Sharp 425W black panels (25/30 year guarantee)
17 X SolarEdge optimizers (25 year warranty)
1 X SolarEdge 8kW inverter (20 year warranty)
~£8K installed. Bird netting & G99 included. Larger more capable inverter, optimization, longer warranties and much better component brand reputations.
I'd recommend squeezing in a few more panels if the surveyor shares they will fit on your aspects. I don't believe you need a battery with low annual consumption of 3000 kWh but if you insist, you can have a GivEnergy All in One installed for £6.5K, which will allow access to the lucrative Intelligent Flux tariff.You can do way better!No one has ever become poor by giving0 -
I use 4 across the UK now, in what I can only describe as a pro bono cause to help others embrace quality renewables at lower prices. (Not charging a commission helps!) The installer I recommend depends on requirements like budget/ brands required/ location etc. Each is unique but what in universal is their obligation to deliver a great result for the end user.
I've saved thousands over my half decade on MSE forums, so if I can help give back to the community, I view it as a great privilege. Feel free to DM me if I can help!- 10 x 400w LG + 6 x 550W SHARP BiFacial Panels + SE 3680 HD Wave Inverter + SE Optimizers. SE London.
- Triple aspect. (22% ENE/ 33% SSE/ 45% WSW)
- Viessmann 200-W on Advanced Weather Comp. (the most efficient gas boiler sold)Feel free to DM me if I can help with any energy saving!2
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