Solar PV Installation:
Stockton
At EcoFuture we provide bespoke solar panel installation in Stockton and surrounding areas. With over 30 years of experience in renewable energy, our highly skilled team is regarded as one of the best in the North East.
The systems that we create are designed to harness energy from the sun to provide an alternative solution to electricity taken from the National Grid. As a result, you’re able to massively offset energy costs and even make money using our state-of-the-art solar battery packs by selling excess energy back to the grid.
EcoFuture: Solar Panels in Stockton
We offer a wide range of renewable energy options that work with solar panels. One of the most popular is air source heat pumps that can heat homes instead of using gas or oil. Linked with solar power, it’s possible to offset all energy costs, by working with renewable (free) sources such as the sun and air.
To get your journey to a cheaper, more sustainable energy source started today, give one of our expert engineers a call at 0191 490 3308. Alternatively, use our Solar contact page and we will get in touch at a time that suits you
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Our Solar PV Packages
All our prices are reflective of 0% VAT paid on renewable installations
x8
from
£10,200*
*Subject to final design
- x8 all black solar panels
- sigenergy 6kw battery module
- 5kw inverter module
- App controlled
x14
from
£14,900*
*Subject to final design
- x14 all black solar panels
- Tesla Powerwall 3
- Tesla Gateway
- App controlled
Benefits: Solar Panels
- 1. Reduced Bills
Solar panel systems allow you to choose how much energy you produce based on the system that you install. Depending on your budget, it’s possible to offset 100% of your electricity bills with solar power. It’s also possible to generate more electricity than you can use, then allowing you to sell back to the National Grid via Smart Export Guarantee (SEG).
- 2. Co2 Reduction
Solar power is essentially free energy. Once the initial costs have been made with installation, all power is taken from the sun, which is a renewable energy source. It vastly reduces the need to draw energy from the grid, which uses non-renewable energy sources for power, thus vastly reducing your carbon footprint.
- 3. Easy Install
Highly skilled engineers are EcoFuture mean that the installation process is exceptionally easy. We install panels to roofs of all shapes and sizes and can create custom systems based on our client’s needs. Installation can be completed within a matter of days, with very little disruption.
- 4. Future Proof
Renewable energy is here to stay and the move away from the likes of gas, oil, and national grid electricity is slowly going to phase out. The government is pushing for Net Zero by 2050 and between now and then, energy prices for non-renewable energy will continue to rise to encourage homes to make the change.
How Do Solar Panels Work?
How do they generate electricity?
Sun Powered
Solar panels are also referred to as Photovoltaic (PV) panels. Their job is to convert the light that is produced by the sun to then create energy or in this case, electricity.
It does this via a series of cells that are installed onto the panels. These cells are semiconductors and are made up of silicon which increases the absorption rate of light.
Each panel comes with a positive and negative terminal, which in turn creates an electrical circuit. The power that is generated from each panel is in Direct Current (DC), but for it to work in a home environment, it needs to be an Alternating Current (AC). To do this the power flows into a solar converter, which then switches the DC energy into usable AC energy.
Electricity can then either flow into a battery where it is stored, or it can flow directly into the home’s electricity meter before the fuse box. The meter is an important aspect of the solar panel system as this tells the system if there is enough power stored in the battery if there is enough power to bring in direct from the solar panels or if they need to call on the main grid supply to cover the usage.
Solar Panels & Battery Storage
Energy Storage
As one of the leading solar panel installers in the North East, Durham and Northumberland, we pride ourselves on creating systems that get the most out of your solar energy supply. One of the areas in that we do this is with the installation of high-capacity battery storage systems.
Depending on the number and size of the solar panels that you install will depend on how much electricity you can produce. It’s common that we install setups that create more electricity than the house needs to run, in which case there is a surplus.
When this occurs, we recommend introducing battery storage. This allows you to store power to either sell back to the grid as part of the government’s SEG commitment or to use at a later date when more power is needed than can be supplied, usually based on weather conditions (I.E. Winter months).
The size of the battery will vary and at EcoFuture we provide a wide selection of products from a variety of manufacturers such as GivEnergy, Enphase, Tesla, Victron Energy and Solis. Our goal with all aspects of solar panel installation in the North East, is to work with clients to provide a system that is going to produce maximum output based on budget.
Can Anyone Have Solar Panels?
The vast majority of homes in the North East, Durham and Northumberland will be able utilise solar panels. We pride ourselves on being able to design and install solutions for all homes, but there are some factors that make solar panels more efficient.
We start by looking at the location of the house and the direction of the roof. Ideally, the roof in question would be south facing and at a pitch of 35 degrees this will allow for a 100% energy output from the system. However, even roofs at a 90-degree pitch and North West facing will benefit from solar panels, but at a reduced rate of around 30% efficiency.
It’s worth noting that solar panels don’t have to be installed on a roof. There are free-standing options that can be used in gardens or fields at ground level. Where there are limitations on roof orientation or space, then these are viable alternatives.
How Much Power Can Solar Panels Generate?
The size of the system and the orientation and pitch of your roof will determine how much power the solar panels can create. It’s very plausible for a relatively small setup to create enough energy to provide your home with an entire year’s worth of electricity, giving you clean, free energy all year round.
Each system that we design and install at EcoFutre is bespoke. Nothing is simply “off the shelf” which allows us to maximise the potential energy you create. The average home uses around 2,900 kWh of electricity per year, which would allow our JA Solar 3.85Kw system to run at 100% efficiency to power the whole house and have some left over to sell back to the grid (assumed used with battery storage).
Can You Make Money from Solar Panels?
You can make money from solar panels using the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG). SEG has been put in place to allow homes to sell excess electricity back to the grid. To do so you need battery storage which will save surplus electricity and feed it directly from your meter.
Most larger energy firms will have a tariff that you can use for this electricity, much in the same way as you would buy it. This will range, but a good tariff is around 4p to 6p per kWh. However, it’s possible to get up to 15p/kWH, so take the time to shop around for the best price.
SEG is one of the key ways that homes can offset energy prices and vastly reduce the break-even timeframe for your installation.
Solar PV Pros & Cons
Solar power is one of the most eco-friendly ways to power your home. In the section below we’ve included a series of pros and cons that you need to consider before installation.
Pro's
- Reduce Bills – An average 4 kWh system can save £980 on electricity bills every year. This will more than offset the usage for most homes in the UK and likely even generate excess, which can be sold back to the grid under the SEG scheme.
- Link With Battery System – Battery storage allows you to store excess electricity created from the solar panels. It means that you can use the power as needed, ideal for darker, winter months when usage is increased and the efficiency of the panels decreases.
- Link With Air Source – Solar panels can power air source heat pumps that allow you to offset fossil fuel heating systems such as gas and oil. It’s plausible that the power from the solar panels will generate enough energy for the heat pump and your home, giving you a 100% free, sustainable energy supply and no more eye-watering bills.
- Easy to Install – The panels are relatively easy to install and will fit on most roofs. However, you can also install it on locations such as fields or even on the floor if they are well protected.
- Non-Intrusive – Once the panels are installed, they are very hard to notice. As more homes add solar panels, they are hardly noticeable and very common.
- Low Maintenance – There are very few maintenance or running costs once they have been installed. We do recommend that you have regular checks to ensure no damage and that they are as efficient as possible.
- Make Money – You can make money by selling excess, unused energy back to the grid using the SEG initiative.
Con's
- Most Efficient in Sunny Locations – The panels are most efficient in sunny conditions with extended daylight. However, they will still draw power when it's cloudy, but it won’t be as much as beaming sunshine.
- Need Batterry for Year-Round Usage – If you plan to use the solar panel as your only energy source for electricity then you need batteries to store energy for times when producing energy is limited. The shorter days offer reduced daylight, so it’s not possible to draw the energy needed from solar alone.
- Best for High Electricity Users – The more electricity you use, the more you can offset and the quicker your breakeven timeline will be. Those that use less electricity will take longer to break even as savings will be smaller.
Our Process: Solar Panel Installation
We erect scaffolding around the house to ensure that our team has access to the roof. For ground installations, this is not needed.
Solar panel mounts are then installed onto the roof. The mounts are adjustable and give us around 18 degrees of movement to ensure that the panels are at the best possible angle based on the pitch of your roof.
The panels are fixed to the mounts and attached using high-quality masonry fixings.
We now begin the wiring process. The housing supply will be shut off for this step as we hook the panels up using MC4 connectors.
Once the panels are wired, we install the solar inverter. We work with our clients to choose a suitable spot for this which can be installed outdoors, but ideally indoors in a cool place.
If you choose to have battery storage, then the inverter will be connected to this. If you decide against this, then we will link this to the main consumer unit. The consumer unit will have a generation meter that will allow you to see how much energy your panels create and how much you are using. This can be linked to a computer or mobile app.
Upon completion we perform a series of final tests to make sure everything is working as it should. The project is only signed off when the customer is happy and up to speed with how the new system works.
EcoFuture are solar PV installers covering the entire North East & Northumberland including:
- Barnard Castle
- Bishop Auckland
- Chester-Le-Street
- Consett
- Corbridge
- County Durham
- Darlington
- Darras Hall
- Durham
- Gateshead
- Hartlepool
- Hetton-le-Hole
- Hexham
- Houghton-le-Spring
- Lanchester
- Middlesbrough
- Newcastle
- Newton Aycliffe
- Northumberland
- Ponteland
- Seaham
- Stocksfield
- Stockton
- Sunderland
- Washington
- Whitley Bay
- Wynyard
Why Choose EcoFuture For Your Solar PV Install?
MCS
The leading accreditation for renewable energy supplies. Ensures that our practices are in-line with the latest technology, design, and installation regulations.
HEIS
HIES are independent consumer group that covers installations across the renewable energy sector. Ensures reliability, trustworthiness, and peace of mind to consumers.
Trustmark
Trustmark is a government-led accreditation that vets companies to ensure that they are trading to the highest possible standards for their customers.
Heat Geek
We’re a proud Heat Geek Installer. To achieve this, we’ve undertaken multiple Heat Geek tests to ensure the quality and design of our systems are up to scratch.
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FAQ
Yes, solar panels are highly accessible throughout the North East, Durham and Northumberland. We provide bespoke packages that work to maximise efficiency, offset rising energy costs, and work within our clients’ budgets.
At EcoFuture we are based in Newcastle, but we cover solar panel installations across the North East of England and beyond. We work with residential and commercial properties and are happy to provide a quote to fit most budgets.
Yes, we provide commercial solar panel installation as well as residential. Due to the often-increased size of roofs or the surrounding areas, commercial properties are generally able to cater to larger systems that can offset all electricity costs as a result.
Yes, the efficiency of how much power you can generate will depend on the area allocated for the panels and the orientation. Solar panels work with any light source, so even on cloudy days, energy can still be created, albeit less efficiently than on sunny days.
Yes, at EcoFuture we offer a 10-year warranty on all solar products and devices that we stock. We work with leading manufacturers such as GivEnergy and Jinko Solar to ensure that our products and installs are the best in the business.