This obviously depends on the size of the system and the complexity of the installation. However, a typical 4kW solar pv system with 10kWh battery storage will cost around £12,000.

The vast majority of the work will be on the roof so there will not be much internal disruption. There may be some internal work such as running of cables but this is always kept to a minimum. A small window of power outage will be required while working on the fuse board.

Yes, installing solar panels can help to cut your energy bills. Solar panels generate electricity by converting sunlight into usable energy, which means you can use the energy produced by your solar panels to power your home appliances and reduce your dependence on the electricity grid.

When your solar panels produce more energy than your home needs, the excess energy can be sent back to the grid, and you may receive credit on your electricity bill. This process is called net metering and varies depending on your location and electricity provider.

However, the most effective use of the generated electricity is to store it in batteries and then use the electricity when needed-for most people, in the evening.

It varies according to a number of factors but an average would be around 8-10 years.

In Scotland, solar panel installation is permitted decelopment so planning permission is only required in special circumstances.

For residential properties, if your property is in a conservation area, a national park, or a listed building, then planning permission will be required.

If you plan to install ground-mounted solar panels or a large number of panels on your roof, you will likely need to obtain planning permission from your local planning authority. Additionally, if you’re in a flat or shared ownership property, you may need to get the permission of the building’s owner or management company.

Solar panels are definitely worth having in Scotland, despite its reputation for having less sunshine than other regions. Although Scotland may not receive as much sunshine as other parts of the world, it still has sufficient sunlight to generate a significant amount of electricity from solar panels.

The amount of electricity a solar panel can produce is affected by a range of factors, including the size and efficiency of the solar panel system, the amount of sunlight it receives, and the geographic location of the property and the pitch and angle of the roof. The Taylor Solar quoting process takes into account all of these factors and gives a very accurate calculation of how much electricity you can expect to generate and also how long it would take for an installed system to ‘pay for itself’ with the savings made.

In Scotland, solar panels can still generate a significant amount of electricity, particularly during the long summer days when daylight hours are at their longest. Homeowners with solar panels and batteries will often go months without importing electricity because of the electricity they are generating, storing and using.

While the electricity output may be marginally lower than in other areas with more sunshine, the cost of electricity in Scotland is as high as anywhere else and will go on increasing. This makes solar panels and batteries the single best option for most households to reduce their energy bills. Additionally, the Scottish government agency Home Energy Scotland has put in place an interest free loan, available to all homeowners and landlords in Scotland, to help cover the initial cost of installing solar panels and batteries.

If you are a homeowner or a landlord in Scotland, you are eligible to apply for a Home Energy Scotland loan to help finance energy-efficient improvements to your property.

The Home Energy Scotland loan is available to cover the cost of a range of energy-efficient measures, including insulation, heating systems, and renewable technologies such as solar panels. The loan offers a fixed interest rate and repayment terms of up to 12 years.

To be eligible for a Home Energy Scotland loan, you must meet certain criteria, including:

• You must be a homeowner or a private landlord in Scotland
• The property must be your primary residence or a rental property in Scotland
• You must have a satisfactory credit check
• You must have the means to repay the loan

To apply for a Home Energy Scotland loan, you can contact Home Energy Scotland directly by going to this webpage: https://www.homeenergyscotland.org/contact-advice-support-funding/

They will be able to provide you with more information about the loan and guide you through the application process.

Yes, it’s possible to install solar panels on a flat roof. In fact, flat roofs are often an excellent option for solar panel installations as they provide a flat and easily accessible surface for the panels.

There are two main types of solar panel installations for flat roofs: ballasted and anchored systems. A ballasted system involves using a weight to hold the solar panels in place, while an anchored system uses brackets to attach the panels to the roof.

A ballasted system is generally recommended for flat roofs as it is less invasive and does not require any penetrations in the roof. The weight of the solar panels and mounting structure is distributed evenly across the roof, and the panels are held in place by the weight of the ballast.

An anchored system, on the other hand, involves attaching the solar panels directly to the roof using brackets. This type of installation requires penetrations in the roof and may be more challenging to install and maintain, but it may be necessary in certain situations.

Taylor Solar can advise you on the best solar panel installation method for your flat roof and ensure that the installation is done safely and properly.

Yes to both.