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Evolve customers can benefit from superb pricing to transition to solar power. We’re offering a 10-panel system for just £5,500, or a 10-panel system including battery storage for just £8,500. Subject to survey.
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Solar PV explained
Tonnes of benefits to solar PV
Installing solar PV (solar photovoltaic) to generate your own electricity supply is an excellent way to protect yourself from high energy costs. Plus, you’ll reduce your dependence on supplies at National Grid and lower your carbon footprint.
So, you’ll not only save money on your energy bill, but you will also get paid for the surplus electricity that you feed back to the grid.
So, you’ll not only save money on your energy bill, but you will also get paid for the surplus electricity that you feed back to the grid.
How solar PV works
PV stands for ‘photovoltaic’ which means ‘converting light into electricity’.
A solar PV panel consists of many cells that are made of a semi-conducting material, usually silicon. When light shines on the cells it creates a flow of electricity. Solar panels work in most daylight conditions, even cloudy days, but the more direct sunlight that hits the panels, the better the generation will be that day. The panels will capture the sun’s energy as DC voltage, before the converter changes it into AC voltage which can be used in the home.
Typical solar PV systems are made up of around 10 panels but it depends on the size of your roof space, a typical system takes up 20m 2 of roof area. Most solar PV systems are considered a ‘permitted development’ so don’t generally require planning permission but some exceptions do exist; we can advise on that for you.
A solar PV panel consists of many cells that are made of a semi-conducting material, usually silicon. When light shines on the cells it creates a flow of electricity. Solar panels work in most daylight conditions, even cloudy days, but the more direct sunlight that hits the panels, the better the generation will be that day. The panels will capture the sun’s energy as DC voltage, before the converter changes it into AC voltage which can be used in the home.
Typical solar PV systems are made up of around 10 panels but it depends on the size of your roof space, a typical system takes up 20m 2 of roof area. Most solar PV systems are considered a ‘permitted development’ so don’t generally require planning permission but some exceptions do exist; we can advise on that for you.
Why choose solar PV?
Solar PV is perfect for people who want to protect themselves from energy price rises in the future and who want to be less reliant on the National Grid.
It’s also an excellent way to improve your home’s energy efficiency and do your bit for the UK’s drive to be net zero. Plus, there is the opportunity to earn money from any surplus electricity you generate.
If your roof space is south-facing it is an even better idea; solar PV panels can also perform very well on south-east and south-west facing roofs.
It’s also an excellent way to improve your home’s energy efficiency and do your bit for the UK’s drive to be net zero. Plus, there is the opportunity to earn money from any surplus electricity you generate.
If your roof space is south-facing it is an even better idea; solar PV panels can also perform very well on south-east and south-west facing roofs.
Solar Panel Prices
The average cost of solar panels in the UK varies depending on the size of the system, type of panels, and additional components like batteries and inverters. Here’s a general breakdown:
The cost to install solar panels for our home will depend on a variety of factors, such as the size and type of your roof. At Evolve, we will always discuss costs and the different options available to you. Not everyone, for example, has an electric vehicle at present so you may not wish to install an EV charger. Battery storage is recommended, but not essential, as excess power can simply be routed back to the National Grid. Most of our customers, however, will opt to install a battery storage unit to maximise the free energy that their solar panels produce for them.
The type of solar panel that is installed for you will also affect the cost. Monocrystalline panels are more efficient and typically used in systems needing higher output. Polycrystalline panels are slightly less efficient but more affordable according to the UK Builders’ Federation’s solar guide.
The overall size of your home and the amount of electricity that you usually use per year will also affect the solar panel energy system that you require. For a typical three-bedroom home, a 4.5 kW system is common.
Evolve have access to and information on various funding which can make going green with solar PV an appealing and cost-effective option, and in certain cases, it is possible to install a solar panel system for free.
To get an indication of costs for your home, why not use our 30-second quote tool or give us a call?
Many people install solar panels to benefit from free or cheaper energy, protecting themselves from energy price rises. Whilst not essential, by installing batteries to store your excess energy, you can use this free energy rather than paying for electricity when your solar panels are not providing electricity directly – at night, for example. A battery system can cost upwards of £2,000 which will contribute significantly to the overall system cost, but offers substantial savings by storing the excess energy that you produce.
Similarly, for those customers wanting electric vehicle (EV) charging options, they will need to consider the cost of the unit as well as the additional installation costs.
Using our 30-second quote tool will give you an indication of costs or by talking to one of our experienced and accredited team members, you can get a full breakdown of costs and any funding available for your situation.
Evolve have access to a number of funding options – some of which mean that your solar panel energy system can be installed for free. Whether you qualify for such funding or not, there are a number of initiatives making solar energy attractive.
The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) scheme is a government-backed initiative that allows homeowners to sell excess energy back to the National Grid, providing additional income and increasing savings over time. The SEG payments are calculated using exported meter readings and the amounts will depend on the electricity company used as rates, contract length and other terms will vary.
The UK energy regulator, Ofgem, publish an annual list of electricity companies (known as SEG Licensees) which participate in the scheme.
The UK government, local government and energy providers offer various grants and reduced VAT on solar installations, making it more affordable for homeowners to switch to solar energy. By making it as attractive as possible for homeowners, the UK is more likely to reach its net zero targets and positively impact the environment.
When calculating the overall savings, it is important to consider numerous factors and the options available to you, both now and on an ongoing basis. Our quotation will include the potential return on investment and the length of time it will take to recoup your costs (if you don’t qualify for free installation). The savings that you make will depend on your current and likely future electricity usage; the positioning, and therefore, effectiveness of your solar panels; what time of day you use most electricity and what payment rate you will receive for any excess electricity that you sell to the National Grid.
Contact the Evolve team to find out which grants or funding that you might qualify for and to discuss the likely savings and return on investment that you will make from your particular situation.
How does it work?
PV panels on your roof will capture the sun’s energy and convert it into DC voltage.
An inverter, connected to your consumer unit, will convert the DC voltage into AC voltage, so it can be used in the home.
Your generation meter will register how much your system is generating.
When you require electricity in the home (ie. an appliance is switched on), the inverter makes sure that solar electricity is used first.
If there is not quite enough solar energy available, more will be drawn from National Grid to top up. This is seamless.
If you have excess solar energy, it will be stored in the battery for use when needed.
Unused solar electricity will be fed back to National Grid under the government backed scheme Smart Export Guarantee (SEG).
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Photovoltaics (PV) is the conversion of light into electricity. Whilst the phrase solar PV indicates sunshine, solar panel cells don’t need direct sunlight to work. They can even create electricity on cloudy days, although not as much as they will on a sunny one. Each panel can generate between 400-450w of energy in strong sunlight
Solar power is an excellent, sustainable way to create energy. The Energy Saving Trust states that a typical home solar panel system could save around one tonne of carbon per year which is the equivalent of driving 3,600 miles.
Another reason to install solar PV is because sunlight is free. Once you’ve paid for your initial installation, your electricity bills will reduce significantly. By storing excess electricity in a battery to use when solar electricity isn’t being produced, you may even find you don’t pay anything for your electricity. Some people even make money by selling their excess electricity back to the National Grid as part of the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) scheme.
Following suitable structural checks, the actual installation of your system is likely to only take two or three days in total. The first day is often spent erecting scaffolding to ensure the team’s safety.
Most of the initial work is external, so there is minimal disruption. The inverter can either be installed inside or outside and will be installed near your main distribution point for electrical circuits. Any batteries and EV charger if you are having them fitted will then be installed and connected to the inverter.
Finally, the entire system will be tested.
According to the Energy Saving Trust (EST), it will depend on where you live in the UK as areas further south get more direct sunlight and whether you sign up for the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) payments. The savings that you make will also depend on your current and likely future electricity usage and what time of day you use most electricity.
For a property in Aberystwyth, the EST estimate savings in the region of £500 per year. If you are home all day, they estimate £550 or £460 if you are out all day until 6pm. Figures are based on fuel prices as of July 2024 and assume you have signed up for SEG payments.
The cost to install solar panels for our home will depend on a variety of factors, such as the size and type of your roof. At Evolve, we will always discuss your requirements and outline all costs and the different options available to you.
Currently, we’re offering special prices – £5,500 for a 10 panel system or £8,500 to include battery storage. Fantastic prices, get in contact today!
“*Indicative savings from the Energy Saving Trust (May 2025). Based on an electricity price of 24.5 p/kWh and a gas price of 6.29 p/kWh, calculated from a weighted average of projected, current and recent energy price caps.”
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