solar panel maintenance and solar pv panel installation

At Wave Renewables, we understand that the decision to switch to solar energy is a big one. That's why we are committed to providing you with all the information and support you need to make the best decision for your home or business. 

Our team of certified professionals has years of experience in the solar industry and is dedicated to delivering top-quality solar installation services that are customized to meet your unique needs. From design to installation, we work with you every step of the way to ensure your complete satisfaction.

Why Solar Makes Sense

There are many reasons to consider PV Solar panels to lower your energy costs. Here are just a few:

Reduce Your Energy Bills

According to an article from MAK Energy published 22.3.24, A PV Solar System, particularly when you include a battery, can save your energy bill by around 70%.

Generate income by selling your surplus power

Any surplus energy can be sold back to your energy supplier - reducing your bills even further.

Lessen your carbon footprint

Choosing to power your home using renewable energy helps to reduce our environmental impact on the planet.

Heat your own water

By adding a Solar Diverter to your PV Solar System, you'll make your house even more efficient. It's a much greener way to get hot water, reducing your gas bill too.

Basic Pricing Example

3.6kw Hybrid Inverter, 5kw Battery Storage, 10 panels (4KW) PV panels, Roofing equipment used is listed in the MCS Product Directory. Scaffold on one side, fully  installed £6,550 serving Norwich, Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and surrounding areas

Solar power works by harnessing energy from the sun using photovoltaic (PV) panels. These panels contain cells that convert sunlight into electricity, which can be used to power your home.

Solar electricity is suitable for most homes with access to direct sunlight, only thatched roofs are truly problematic. An assessment of your home's location and energy needs can help determine its suitability for solar power. Contact us for a free, no obligation survey.

Most homes purchase between 1.2 kW to 4 kW systems. A typical 4 kW system requires approximately 20m2 roof space. There are different sizes and different shapes of panels and they do not have to be next to each other meaning most roofs are large enough to support your needs.

Solar panels can be installed on various roof types, including slate, tile, metal, and flat roofs. The Ideally, the solar PV installation should receive as much light as possible to maximise electricity generation. Shadows cast by trees and neighbouring buildings will marginally reduce the potential energy generated. The most ideal location for solar in the UK is a south-facing roof at 30° – 40° pitch, although East and West facing roofs work at 85-90% efficiency compared to an equivalent south facing roof.

In England most solar electricity systems don’t need any planning permission. However, we will consult your local planning office if you live in a Listed Building, a Conservation Area or in a World Heritage Area.

There are different types of solar panels, including monocrystalline, polycrystalline, and thin-film. Efficiency varies, with monocrystalline panels typically being the most efficient.

Yes, you can add a solar battery system to store excess energy generated during the day for use at night or during power outages.

Solar panels typically last 25-30 years. Factors like quality, maintenance, and environmental conditions can influence their lifespan.

Solar panels can generate some power on cloudy or rainy days, although their efficiency is reduced. They still capture diffuse sunlight to produce electricity.

Solar panels are designed to withstand various weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and storms. Our high-quality panels are durable and can handle the worst of UK weather.

Solar power can be an investment by reducing your electricity bills, generating income from excess energy sold to the grid, and increasing the value of your home.

Solar power systems have few moving parts, needing very little maintenance. Rain usually cleans rooftop systems, but an annual service visit is recommended for optimal performance.

For issues like dust, debris, snow, or bird droppings, use warm water and mild dishwashing liquid with a telescopic cleaning pole.

Solar power is a reliable technology with 20–25-year warranties on panels. Panels last over 25 years, but the inverter may need replacement (around £750).

Solar panels typically come with performance warranties (guaranteeing a certain level of output) and product warranties (covering defects). What’s more, all of Impact Service’s installations come with a 10-year workmanship guarantee. Contact us for a free, no obligation survey and we can advise on the best panels for your home.

We will notify your Building Control Officer and, if necessary, the District Network Operator that you have installed a solar PV system.

Yes, many regions offer net metering or feed-in tariffs, allowing you to sell surplus energy back to the grid.

Ensure that a certified installer handles the installation, and follow safety guidelines to prevent accidents during maintenance.

Ask about their experience, certifications, references, and warranties. Also, inquire about their installation process and timeline.

The Microgeneration Certification Scheme is a government validation to certify both the products that are used in installations, and that the companies and installers are qualified. You can only qualify for subsidies such as the Smart Export Guarantee Scheme, if you use both MCS products and an MCS accredited installer.

The idea is to “evaluate microgeneration products and installers against robust criteria providing greater protection for consumers”. This protects you from shoddy products being installed; and it should prevent unprofessional companies from doing the work.

It is not as easy to become totally carbon neutral; you may be carbon neutral where it comes to your energy requirements but there are many other factors to consider for a household to be carbon neutral.

Carbon neutral means that no carbon is used or your carbon is offset during your day to day activities i.e. you may generate your own electricity to boil a kettle, however there might have been a significant carbon footprint to manufacture and transport the kettle to your home. You need to factor this carbon footprint into account and over generate electricity to become carbon neutral.

Installing solar panels substantially reduces your reliance on fossil fuels, resulting in a significant reduction in your carbon footprint. When you generate enough energy to meet your electrical and heating needs, you can effectively offset your carbon footprint.

For instance, a 4kW solar PV system in the UK can reduce your carbon footprint by about 1 tCO2e annually, equivalent to driving approximately 5000 fewer miles per year.

Ownership of the technology is linked to the site and therefore in the case where a building or homeownership changes, the ownership of the technology would also transfer to the new owner.

Solar panels can increase the resale value of your home, making it more attractive to potential buyers due to reduced energy costs.

The Energy Saving Trust and the Department of Climate Change (Low Carbon Buildings Programme) are two websites which offer very useful information. If you have any specific questions, contact us and we’d be happy to help.

The Energy Saving Trust – http://www.energysavingtrust.org.uk

Department of Climate Change – http://www.lowcarbonbuildings.org.uk