In this blog we will highlight the accreditation service that deal with workmanship, quotes, customer service and product quality within the solar industry.   The post What are accreditations and what do they mean?  appeared first on Solar Fast ..read more

From 1st Feb, 2024, the UK saw VAT on solar peripherals reduced to 0% when part of an install. The post April 2024 Ofgem Energy Cap appeared first on Solar Fast ..read more

In this blog we will highlight the accreditation service that deal with workmanship, quotes, customer service and product quality within the solar industry.   The post What are accreditations and what do they mean?  appeared first on Solar Fast ..read more

Electricity prices dropped on 1st April It’s that time of year again when we find out how much we are going to pay for energy! Yup, on the 1st April Ofgem introduced the latest price cap for all our energy bills – and this time for a typical UK home. Will pay 24.5p per kWh, or £1,690 a year. Unfortunately, the standing charge will be rising to 60.1p – so, it’s still a bit ‘give with one hand, take with the other’. The next price cap will be due on the 1st July, and the Money Saving Expert predicts that it will drop to £1,560 a year. But the Energy Price Cap rollercoaster doesn’t stop there, as ..read more

Solar battery storage is optional, although when buying a solar energy system, most will opt for a battery to store and use their power once the sun goes down.  A solar battery can be a relatively inexpensive addition to any solar energy system, especially as you won’t pay 20% VAT which is a UK government policy.  Plus, you’ll save money in the long run by using renewable energy to power your home whether the sun is out or not.  Most systems will produce more energy than you can use during daylight hours, so if you spend a great deal of time at home during the day, you can utili ..read more

Solar battery storage is optional, although when buying a solar energy system, most will opt for a battery to store and use their power once the sun goes down.  A solar battery can be a relatively inexpensive addition to any solar energy system, especially as you won’t pay 20% VAT which is a UK government policy.  Plus, you’ll save money in the long run by using renewable energy to power your home whether the sun is out or not.  Most systems will produce more energy than you can use during daylight hours, so if you spend a great deal of time at home during the day, you can utili ..read more

When you’re doing all those internet searches in your quest for knowledge before taking the plunge into the world of solar, you’ll keep seeing the letters MCS.  Like all industry bodies, MCS is a term that’s very unfamiliar to anyone outside the renewables game.  But it is important that solar customers know that any company they use is reliable, professional and accountable.  That’s why MCS was formed now let’s demystify those 3 letters.  What is MCS certification? MCS stands for Microgeneration Certification Scheme.   MCS is an industry standards organisation e ..read more

Can you fit Solar Panels ON a detached garage? You can absolutely fit solar panels on a detached garage roof! Garages usually come under the ‘existing structure’ category when it comes to planning permission, but it’s always best to check before you get started. Fitting power in your garage can be a great idea for DIY, charging your tools, hot tub, EV charging, bar or just keeping the lights on. You can even use power generated on the garage roof to power your home too! Assessing your garage’s solar potential Installing anything on, around or near your home can be subject to planning permissi ..read more

‘PERC’ stands for ‘Passivated Emitter and Rear Contact’ – which is an indicator of how these solar panels work. Unless you work in the solar industry or take a keen interest in solar tech, those words don’t mean a great deal. Basically, PERC Solar panels have greater efficiency than standard PV panels due to the design of the solar cells inside them. Firstly let’s explore how standard solar panels work. How do standard PV solar panels work?  Inside a PV Solar Panels are a number of cells made from silicon, wire and glass – this is where the magic happens. Silicon is the second most abund ..read more

In short, ECO 4 is a government scheme that allows people to access money to improve the energy efficiency of their homes. The way ECO4 works is by opening up avenues to receive grants from certain energy suppliers and it’s available to people living in fuel poverty or in unsuitable homes. It covers items like new insulation, more efficient heating, eco-friendly boilers, heat pumps and, of course, solar energy systems. Covered by ECO4: Wall Insulation First Time Central Heating Loft Insulation Same Room Insulation Solar Panels Window Improvements (Double to triple) Air Source Heat Pumps Boile ..read more