Having electricity in your home is a must, and as summer approaches, many homeowners will increase their heating and lighting usage in the coming months. But is there a way to combat the resulting price increases and better control energy costs?
With electricity prices expected to peak in January 2024 and remain high for several years, installing solar panels and batteries is a simple and affordable way for homes and businesses to reduce consumption and costs at the same time energy. Ecological footprint.
James Hughes, GL Electrical Manager in Tamworth, estimates that a medium-sized solar PV system can generate around 2,000 kWh of electricity and with battery storage this energy can be saved for when you need it most.
Founded in 2018 but in the industry since 1999, GL Electrical employs 50 full-time engineers across its warehouse and offices in the West Midlands. The company provides everything from residential and commercial solar PV systems and batteries, to electric vehicle charging points, metering and sub-metering, and energy reduction or management services to local customers.
As a special offer, the company's customers can get a fully installed and registered solar PV system and battery storage system for their home, covered by a 10-year warranty, for just £6,000. But that's not all, the agreement provides 0% financing for 12 months.
James says: “With electricity prices expected to rise over the next few years, now is the perfect time to invest in solar energy. “We now install an average of more than 175 systems per month and work hard to support our customers throughout the process.”
Alternative energy for your home
One of the most popular options among GL Electric customers is the offer of solar photovoltaic systems and batteries. It is not necessary to install solar panels with battery storage, but it can be useful for customers.
James says: “When most people are away from home during the day, whether for work, school or socialising, energy use in your property is never excessive. This means that the energy generated by the solar panels will charge the system. Instead of batteries, they stay inside so you can use them when they get home.
GL solar electric panels are guaranteed for at least 15 years. And each battery has a 10-year warranty.
How the installation process works
If homeowners wish to purchase a solar PV system for their property, they can register their address on the GL Electrical website, after which they will be sent a short questionnaire asking what type of installation they want. The company remotely sends them an initial proposal showing installation costs, system construction projections, carbon footprint and, of course, annual savings.
At this stage, if the customer is interested, GL Electrical can offer to conduct a free technical inspection of the site and discuss the installation process with them without obligation.
James added: “For those who own or are thinking of purchasing an electric or hybrid vehicle, a solar PV system is a great solution as it provides clean fuel for the vehicle. In addition to the benefits mentioned above, if a home or business owner does not consume all of the energy produced, excess energy can be fed into the grid.
Think about sustainability
Climate change is one of the most important problems we face in modern society, and the effects are already starting to be seen around the world. Every family can do something to reduce their carbon footprint, and installing solar panels on their property can be just one of them.
Because sunlight is completely free, solar energy is a renewable energy source, and because solar photovoltaic systems are now more competitive than ever, customers can achieve enough savings to pay back their investment sooner than expected. Furthermore, solar panels eliminate high dependence on the national grid and non-renewable fossil fuels.
For more information on the installation of GL Solar photovoltaic and electrical systems, visit the website.