Residential Solar PV Installations, York
At AEC Solar, we specialise in high-quality residential solar PV installations across York and North Yorkshire. By investing in solar panels for your home, you can significantly reduce your energy costs whilst making a positive impact on the environment. Our expert team is dedicated to helping you harness the power of the sun with reliable and efficient solar systems designed to suit your home’s unique energy demands.
How Solar Panels Work for Your Home
Wondering how solar panels generate electricity? Solar panels use photovoltaic (PV) cells to convert sunlight into electricity. Each panel contains over 100 PV cells made of silicon, sandwiched between two metal connectors. When sunlight hits the top silicon layer, it causes electrons to move, creating direct current (DC) electricity. This electricity is then transferred to your home’s electrical system.
Since your home’s appliances use alternating current (AC), an inverter is installed to convert DC into usable AC electricity. The inverter is compact and can easily be placed out of sight in places like lofts or garages, meaning they integrate seamlessly into your home.
How Solar Panels Work for Your Home
The number of solar panels required for your home depends on how much energy your household uses and the amount of usable roof space you have. For reference, the average three-bedroom home in the UK uses around 3,000 kWh of electricity per year. Even if your roof space is limited, a modest-sized solar PV system can still generate a significant portion of your home’s electricity, which can help reduce your energy bills and your dependence on the grid.
At AEC Solar, we assess your specific needs and design a system tailored to your home, guaranteeing you greater efficiency and energy savings.
Why Install Solar PV?
Save up to 70% on your bills.
Find out how much you could save on your energy bills by contacting us for a free proposal tailored to your home.
Reduce your carbon footprint.
Solar energy provides clean, green energy for your home. It's better for you and your environment. Let us show you the positive impact of switching to solar.
Reduce reliance on energy suppliers.
Tired of energy companies raising their tariffs? Generate your own electricity and protect yourself from unexpected price rises, and power cuts.
Maximising Your Solar Energy with Battery Storage
To get the most out of your solar PV system, we recommend installing battery storage alongside your panels. A battery stores any excess electricity your panels generate during the day, allowing you to use it at night or during cloudy periods. This means that your home is more self-sufficient, you have reduced reliance on the grid, and you are maximising your savings by using more of the energy you actually generate.
With a battery system, you can make your solar PV system even more effective, so you can enjoy uninterrupted power even when the sun isn’t shining.
Specialists In Solar Panel Installation
Our skilled in-house roofing team specialise in both on-roof and integrated solar panel installation. We are experts in working with all roof types, including slate and rosemary tiles.
Off-Grid Solutions for Energy Independence
Although most solar systems are connected to the grid, we can also offer off-grid solutions for homeowners seeking even greater energy independence. Standard solar inverters require electricity from the grid to operate, meaning that during a power cut, your solar system would normally not function. However, with the right equipment, such as a compatible inverter, battery storage, and an additional earthing system, you can have a solar PV system that works entirely off-grid.
If your home is in an area prone to power cuts, or if you just want to reduce your reliance on the national grid as much as possible, our team can design and install a customised off-grid solar system. This system ensures that your home remains powered even during outages, giving you greater peace of mind and energy security. With our expertise, you can enjoy all the benefits of solar energy without worrying about interruptions to your electricity supply.
Trust AEC Solar for Your Residential Solar Installation in York & North Yorkshire
At AEC Solar, we provide outstanding service using our own highly qualified, in-house installation team. We are fully accredited with NAPIT, MCS, and RECC, ensuring that every residential installation meets the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance. With industry-backed warranties on all our systems, you can rest assured that your investment in solar energy is protected.
Whether you’re looking to cut energy costs, reduce your carbon footprint, or gain energy independence, AEC Solar has the experience and commitment to make it happen. Find out more about our residential solar PV systems today.
Our Accreditations
Step 1. Contact Us
Contact us today for more information about solar energy and receive a free no obligation design proposal. You can then choose if you would prefer the design proposal to be emailed to you, or if you would like one of our expert team to visit you and go through the information in person.
Step 2. Survey
We visit and carry out a structural survey to confirm that your home is suitable for the installation. We will also discuss where you would prefer to have the equipment and any modifications you would like.
Step 3. Installation
Once you are happy with the proposal, we will agree an installation date with you. Our in-house team of expert roofers and electricians will install and set up your new system. We will also connect your solar system to your mobile phone or tablet. This allows convenient monitoring and control of your new system.
Step 4. Aftercare
Our friendly and knowledgeable team provide expert aftercare and support for you and your new system. Our industry backed warranties give you complete peace of mind.
Reasons To Install PV Solar
Save up to 70% on your energy bills – estimated savings vary according to the consumers usage and property type . We have a team that can advise on a system that is right for your needs. Our designers will also advise if it is not financially beneficial for your circumstances.
As well as doing your bit for the environment, investing in solar PV panels can also help you cut the cost of energy. But how do solar panels work, how many do you need, and can you really run a whole house off solar energy alone? To find out, take a look at our comprehensive guide to solar PV panels that explains everything you need to know.
What does solar PV mean?
All Solar Panels are now Mono-crystalline however Panels used to be silicon based and there are several different types that range in cost and efficiency. When it comes to homes, there used to be two main types of solar panel available:
- Polycrystalline solar panels – these panels used to be the most popular option for homeowners. They offer a good balance between cost, efficiency, and maintenance.
- Mono crystalline solar panels – are more efficient and now the cost has considerably lowered these are the top choice for all manufacturers making them cost effective
What size are solar PV panels?
Solar PV panels vary in size depending on the manufacturer. Generally, individual solar panels measure 2m x 1m while energy output ranges from 300W (watts) to 400W per panel.
Individual panels can then be grouped together to create a solar array (or solar PV system) big enough to generate the electricity you need.
How many solar PV panels will I need for my home?
The number of PV panels you need depends on a number of aspects:
- The amount of energy you use (measured in kilowatt hours, kWh).
- How many hours of sunshine or daylight you have where you live.
- As a guide, the average UK home with four family members, uses around 3,800kWh every year which means you’d need enough solar PV panels to generate at least this amount.
- For example, if you chose panels with an output of 400W each, you’d need 10 of these to create a solar array large enough to meet your household needs. If you chose panels with a lower output, you’d need more of them to generate the same amount of energy.
- Bear in mind that not all your energy has to come from your solar panels. If you’ve got limited useable roof space, a smaller solar PV system can be used to offset some of your energy use, which would still help lower bills.
- We are experts in our field & take all the above factors into account to design you a Solar PV system perfect for your requirements.
Are solar panels worth it?
With the recent surge in energy prices, customers are saving up to £2000 per year on their electricity bills. Even more when coupled with battery storage.
Even prior to the energy costs surging in January 2022 research from the Energy Savings Trust, revealed you could save almost £300 on bills depending on where you live and how much energy you normally use. For instance, if you work from home, you’re likely to make greater savings compared to someone who isn’t home much during the day.
You can also earn money by exporting (selling) your unused energy back to the National Grid through the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) scheme. You’ll get paid per kilowatt, but that amount will depend on which supplier you sell to. Currently, payment rates vary significantly from 1.5p up to 20p per kilowatt so it’s well worth comparing who’s offering what.
Don’t forget that savings aren’t just financial. The Energy Savings Trust also calculate that the average home using a solar PV array, could save one tonne of carbon every year, so you’ll be helping save the planet too.
How much do solar PV panels cost?
Cost really depends on a host of factors, including the size of system you need, the output of each panel and the amount of energy you want to generate. The type of PV panel you choose, along with how the system is mounted, will also have an effect on what you pay.
With that in mind, it’s best to chat through your available options. That way, you can get a better idea of what solar PV system would suit your home and energy needs.
Receive payments for surplus energy generated from your system – you will receive the Smart ENergy Guarantee SEG payments once your utility company has been informed the system has been installed . The rate of this payment varies between utility companies.
Lower carbon footprint – Harvesting your energy from the sun is recognised as a popular green method for producing energy and the technology is rapidly improving all the time.
Can add value to your property – with the high prices of electricity , it is now an attractive selling point to have Solar, battery storage and EV chargers.
Off set EV and heating etc costs – many people with electric forms of heating , electric vehicles and other forms of high usage electricity are getting Solar/battery storage in order to massively reduce their bills.