Building Your Bespoke Home Solar System - The Ultimate Guide

Are you tired of increasing energy bills and want to find a more sustainable way to power your home? Solar panels and battery storage could be the perfect solution. With so many options out there, we know it can be overwhelming to figure out the best system for you and your home. Our blog is here to guide you through all of the key considerations when creating a bespoke system, that is most effective for your home and lifestyle.

Understanding Your Home Energy Consumption

The first step when building your home solar system is understanding your home’s energy consumption. This will help to let you know how many solar panels you need in order to make your home fully energy independent. Main factors to consider include:

House Size

Appliance Usage

Daily Routine

You can easily calculate the number of panels required for your home in seconds using our handy solar panel calculator. Simply enter your approximate annual energy usage (in kWh) below to find out how many panels your home will need in order to become energy independent. You can easily find this information on your energy bills or energy provider app.

Solar Panel Calculator

timate the number of solar panels needed for your home.

The Importance Of Battery Storage

While solar panels generate clean energy, battery storage allows you to maximise the energy your panels generate and make it go further. With battery storage you can store excess power, generated throughout the day to use later in the evening. In addition to solar panels, battery storage can help reduce your reliance on the grid, enhance energy independence, and help save money on your electricity bills. Key considerations for battery storage include:

Battery Capacity

The size of your battery should match your energy consumption requirements.

Battery Technology

Lithium-ion batteries are most popular due to their efficiency and lifespan.

Battery Lifespan

Consider the expected lifespan of the battery and the potential costs of replacement.

Designing Your Bespoke Solar System

Once you’ve gathered information about your home’s energy consumption and preferences, we can help walk you through the design of your bespoke solar system. We are a trusted solar and battery installer, with a multi-skilled team on hand to help you create a system best suited to your home and lifestyle.

Initially we will carry out a survey to assess your roof, determine optimal panel placement, and calculate the most effective system size to meet your energy needs. Afterwards we will follow up with a free digital proposal, personalised to your home, outlining your full system. Your free digital proposal will include: