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We had solar panels installed, 4.0 out of 5 based on 4 ratings

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  • Mr Drury

    Had my solar system installed and the installation team were excellent and very pleased with their professionalism and cleanliness they went the extra mile when teaching us how to use the controller, well after their shift had finished.

    Its a bit too soon to see how my system performs because it has only been installed this week, but the the first 3 days gave us plenty of hot water even when one of the 3 days was cloudy-ish. I will try and remember to give you an update in a months time when I have had a proper amount of time to assess.

  • Sid Brown

    I would like to sing the praises of Cleland from Eco Hi Solar who installed my solar system recently. Very professional, courteous man and I feel confident that I will would use him again if I ever needed any kind of plumbing not just solar.

  • Kay Smith

    After receiving lots of conflicting advice from many different solar companies. We have now had my solar for 2 years now, and have found excellent savings on our energy bills. Our grandchildren brag that granny has solar panels, and they are a great conversation starter when I am doing my gardening.

  • Jack Fairbrother

    We have had solar panels installed because I have always had an interest in solar panels as an engineer, but I have been very impressed by my system since it’s installation 6 months ago. We have been keeping an eye on temperatures from our evacuated tubes, and they have worked brilliantly, even in some weather conditions you wouldn’t expect anything.

  • Jenny Davis

    We had evacuated tubes installed and think they are wonderful. They have been providing me with very hot water over most of the year.

    I like the look of them on my roof, and passers by always comment on them when I am doing the garden. They certainly had the whole village talking about them for a while.

  • Mike Davies

    Just wanted to post to say thanks.

    Just had our house fitted with a 3kw pv solar system and were very impressed. It’s early days so I’ve yet to see if the system generates the expected energy returns throughout the year.

  • Philip

    My wife and i would like to express our satisfaction with our solar panels and to say how delighted we are with our solar pv system. At every stage of the process your staff and reps have been professional, knowledgeable, proactive and helpful. At no point in the process did we feel pressure to buy.

    Your salesman clearly explained how the feed in tariffs worked and the angle and orientation of the roof affecting the amount of energy that would be generated.

    We have now had the system running for one cloudy and rainy week in early June and we have monitored and reduced our mains usage by 45% while generating 76kWh, so our decision to buy a PV panel system is justified on savings alone.

    All in all the decision to buy pv solar panels is an obvious one. The decision to from yourselves is also obvious when you consider the price, professionalism and feed in tariff scheme.

  • http://www.eastangliarenewables.yolasite.com Paul Page

    My PV solar has been running since Nov 2010 its working so well Ive decided to build a website and let every body know how it all works. Im giving a free service to any one that would like to know more about renewable energy.

  • Dr Mayne

    In Africa some 20 years ago, solar power was the key to providing clean water, hot water and electric light. In hospital where I worked we saved electricity in large storage batteries for use after nightfall. Sun light will sterilise dirty water in 12-18 hours, solar heating can provide essential hot water for hospital or clinic, electricity means you can operate at night safely.

    The technology then was still evolving and there were problems when the photovoltaic panels were stolen but it worked well enough to get the work done.

    Fast forward 15 years to North Devon, England and after thinking, reading and comparing different providers we decided to have solar panels installed for hot water. This system has worked well-there is no maintenance and the gas bill went down-the environmental issues were climbing the agenda and this was a factor in the decision to put capital to use.

    Five years on, and photovoltaic electricity look increasingly attractive. The technology has moved on and the efficiency of the units hugely improved. There is a government subsidy called the fed in tariffs, a reduction in energy bills, the ability to sell surplus electric back and a generous return on the investment compared with money in the banks, or even stock markets.

    The consensus view is that fossil fuels are running out, their cost increasing and carbon dioxide generated in their combustion is a major green house gas (not good). The environment is now a big issue, climate change is a threat to the world and to try to contribute something positive is attractive.

    I do some teaching of medical students in Exeter and teach ‘health & climate change’ module. This is well received and it has made me read widely on the subject. It seems hypocritical simply to teach and not to do!

    So pv solar panels have been installed. We have the good fortune in a large south facing roof and the hassle of an installation was minimal.

    I return to Africa for six months, when I return there should be good evidence that this was a wise investment with benefits not just for us.

  • Alan

    Dear Sir or indeed madam

    I choose you to help me with my solar power, because they where (at the time I was looking) the best to go with. I’ve been thinking of having some solar for a while, not only to do my bit for the environment but to be able to be more self sufficient in my own home.

    Do you know the benefits are even better than I thought and now my electric company pays me, Excellent!

  • Barbara

    The installation of my solar panels was a good experience – The technicians were considerate and worked efficiently, leaving no mess.

    They unpacked the equipment smoothly and quickly and gave information about the various parts. They had everything they needed and when they took a suitable break was very appreciative of my offer for hot drinks.

    When the work was finished, I was given clear explanations of what was happening as the solar system functioned and I was able to view the various parts. I was particularly impressed by the way my fuse cupboard was re-arranged to take all the necessary equipment as it had become disorderly by the fitting of pervious workers. They also took the trouble of discussing with me the position of the generation meter.

    When they left I felt a firm reassurance that I now had a reliable new machine. Thank you Heat my Home for your help and patience with my lack of knowledge in the running up to my installation day.

    Barbara, Neston

  • Collinwood

    I would like to tell you how satisfied I am with the photovoltaic solar panels you installed. I was informed all the way as to what was going on, and people that I dealt with were all very pleasant.

    Once again I want to thank you for installing the system that will not only save me money, but will also make me money.

  • David and Frances

    We had our solar energy panels installed 2 weeks ago and are writing to thank you for the way in which the work was carried out and successfully completed.

    Already we are amazed at the amount of free energy our solar system is producing and are looking forward to our first cheque from our energy supplier.

    We chose to have the solar panels installed as we already have free hot water from an existing system. This is truly making our home into a ‘green home’ – and we feel proud that we are now on the way to becoming 80% sustainable for all our energy needs. We can even power and electric bike and commute to work for free.

    This is now an integral part of the fabric of our home, enabling us to contribute to a healthier, greener world. With the added bonus of ‘free energy’ and also being paid, you can truly ‘beat the system’.

    No tax to pay, just extra income. An excellent solution for every home owner.

  • Anthony

    We placed an order for a 2kW pv solar system.

    The installation was completed in about five hours with no mess or fuss. The installers were polite and very careful. The completed job was very neat and tidy.

    Since the installation the panels have generated 116Kw which is far more than we have used.

    I am very happy with our new shiny panels and would not hesitate to recommend solar to anyone. We have just returned from holiday, so today was the first chance I have had to register the feed in tariff with British Gas. This proved to be very simple and straight forward due to the information supplied by the installation team.

    Thanks, Anthony

  • Cyril&Mary

    Several years ago we considered solar photovoltaic for electricity and water heating but could only afford solar panel for water. These were fitted 3and half years ago.

    Now there is the incentive scheme of feed in tariffs and lower installation costs it was an obvious choice to make use of our limited income and savings as pensioners.

    Although it was only installed a couple of months ago and not many bright days, we have watched the units mount up. We truly feel that we are doing our bit for greener energy and being rewarded as well.

    The installation process was extremely smooth, well executed operation from start to finish, well done and thank you for your help.

  • Mrs Smart

    I am writing to let you know how pleased both my husband and myself are with our solar panels that was installed just over two weeks ago.

    Firstly the team of fitters were superb, quick, efficient and polite and tidied up after they finished. You wouldn’t they had been apart from the panels on the roof.

    We tuned off our standard hot water heating system after the installation and still had lots of hot water, it really worked very well.

  • RichardE

    I am writing to thank you for our excellent installation of solar panels.
    It is comforting to know we are now contributing a small effort in supporting the environmental concerns in the world today.

    Thank you for the very prompt and expert attention you have given to our order as we were advised it would take up to 3 months before installation and it only took 1 and half, so we have been able to use the recent good spell of sunny weather to good use in producing free energy.

    We therefore want to let others know how pleased we are with the professionalism shown and may it be a rewarding experience for every home too.

    Richard E, Birmingham

  • Kathy Brown

    We don’t expect to make a fortune but if we estimate that we’ll make half this amount as an average week over the year, we will make 4%. This is more than any other secure investment we have and it’s index linked!

    Added to that with our existing hot water solar panels and these new pv cells we shall be completely offset our carbon footprint for gas/electricity in our home.

    If we could all afford to do this, then what a difference we could make to the countries carbon emissions and economy.

    No wonder the government is investing in promoting the solar panels through the feed in tariff scheme.

  • Joe

    I fitted a 3.9 kw PV solar system recently, Cost £11.5k, £4k of my own money plus a £7.5k loan which the FIT etc. pays off in 5 years. My £4K will be paid off by Year 8 if the weather is reasonable ;-)

    It doesn’t take a genius to work this out. I’m helping to save the planet and getting a decent return on my investment.

  • Benson

    This is a quick short note to sum up how we feel the installation of our new pv panel system has gone.

    Throughout you have all been professional, understanding, prompt, responsive and diligent. We will willingly and happily recommend your company to friends and contacts in the future.

    Best of all though is the joy we get from seeing the wheel on our mains electricity meter GOING BACKWARDS!! It really makes the whole scheme worthwhile.

  • http://www.eastangliarenewables.yolasite.com Paul Page

    Its been a year today that I had my pv solar installed and I’ve generated 3852 kW profit from the feed in tariff is £1750 + the energy I save have a look on wwweastangliarenewables.yolasite.com this is a site I buit to show people the result of renewable energy / energy saving and recycling please comment by email about my website many thank to ICL electrical services the installer

  • knightley

    May I take this opportunity to say how pleased we are with the photo voltaic solar panels that has now been in operation for two weeks?

    The system has been working problem free and already has generated 54kWh more than half our ongoing electricity requirements.

    We are particularly impressed with the service provided to carry out the work necessary to complete the installation. Total time taken was half a day and all completed with no fuss and minimum disruption. The focus by your solar installers was very commendable.

    We look forward now to the efficient supply of power during the coming months and we are confident that the winter period will continue to be successful in reducing our energy costs too.
    Thank you for a job well done.

  • Mr and Mrs Simpson

    We recently had solar panels installed for our evacuated solar tubes system. We had decided to do this as we are concerned about the rising cost of energy and the effect to the environment.

    The solar surveyor man was very informative and helpful, answering our queries patiently and with insight, He explained the process and allowed us to make a decision without pressure and so we decided to go ahead.

    The engineers arrived promptly and were polite during the whole visit. They kept us informed throughout the whole day, explaining everything as they went along. They left the site clean and tidy, informing us what to do if we had any problems.

    Since the installation day a week ago we have had no problems and our whole system is working extremely well while noticing that our boiler doesn’t need to be on to heat water at all. We are looking forward to having the PV solar panels also installed too and we commend your staff on their friendly, efficient approach.

    Yours faithfully
    Mr and Mrs Simpson

  • R Jones

    The initial investment in pv solar panels is not a small one. However my in my case, my newly acquired pension lump sum was struggling to make me any money in a ‘safe’ bank account, so I studied your website with great interest.

    It seemed that to get a decent return on investment, one needed to purchase a larger sized system which over the year should produce 104% of my electrical needs, or thereabouts. I was lucky to get in at the beginning of the government feed in tariffs scheme, which gives me 41p for every unit produced, WHETHER I USE IT MTSELF OR NOT and 44p for every unit fed back into the grid system which is basically my surplus to my immediate requirements.

    Seemed like a no brainer to me, especially as I can expect between 6% and 9% return on my investment which has at least 25 years life expectancy, and the government tariff is also guaranteed for 25 years too!

    The tariffs decrease depending when you sign up for the scheme, so you need to make your mind up pretty soon to get the rates I mentioned. The property value is enhanced and if push comes to shove, the system can be taken with us if we move; not being ‘plumbed in’ like solar hot water systems. Hence your investment is protected.

    Yes, I am interested in the green credentials of the solar panels, but its economic sense is what swung it for me. The installation team really knew what they were about, and the system immediately started doing its stuff.

    I know I have to average it out with the winter months, but in the reasonable sunny 4 days and one dull day, 5 in total since it was fitted, I am showing a 12.2% return on investment, which bodes well!

    So study the figures and make up your own mind. The installation causes minimum of disruption, with the power off only for 20 minutes and seeing the electricity boards own meter running BACWARDS, totting up exactly what I am selling back to the grid, is one of the most satisfying sights I have seen in a long while!

    R Jones, Worcester

  • Lockwood

    “We have been following the debate about climate change and there is a wealth of evidence for and against, however we felt that the planetary consequences of manmade global warming were simply not worth the risk of scientist being correct, so we would like to be a part of the man made solution.

    We decided to have a solar panel system installed because we believe that we need to ‘do our bit’ in terms of reducing our carbon footprint. Although it is a modest contribution, we would like to believe that each and every home installing this technology will make a positive difference.

    The most exciting moment for us after the solar installers left was to see our electricity meter rotating counter clockwise and our home generation process beginning.

    The whole installation process was remarkably quick and efficient: the installers worked together in negotiating the limited space available to them at our property. The completed installed system is of a very high quality too.”
    Mr Lockwood, Yorkshire

  • Peter

    “I’ve just received my first 3 monthly payments for electricity generated by your installation.

    I think we can reasonably expect a similar sum for the next 3 months, so that in 6 months the system will have paid us slightly more than our historically high energy bill of £1,000. Our expectations are that the 6 winter months will represent pure profit.”

    “And of course our regular electricity bill for future periods will be small than in the past, because we’re using our own generated electricity during the daylight. Of course we don’t yet know how big the reduction will be, but every little helps.”

    “The bottom line is that we’re VERY content that we decided to install our photovoltaic system. It’s set to turn our home into a ‘zero energy cost’ building with profit to boot!”

    “Please accept our thanks for your valued assistance in achieving a happy outcome. You must feel free to use this message with any future prospective customers who may have doubts about the value of having solar panels installed.”

    With best regards
    Peter, Northampton

  • Julie

    I chose solar panels because as a ‘tourism enterprise’ it is important to me to not only have ‘green credentials’ but to be saving on energy bills. In achieving both these aims through solar technology, I am also investing in the future for my children and grandchildren.

    I hope to be able to encourage all who visit our business, in this stunning county of Herefordshire, to consider the future of the environment and potentially ‘a greener way of doing business’.

    The benefits will hopefully be two fold, the energy generated by the sun giving a return on my investment and customers reducing/offsetting their carbon footprint by staying with us and thereby increasing our income.
    Julie, Herefordshire

  • John and Pat

    We had been interested in the concept of solar power for some time but could not see the financial viability of solar systems. We were therefore very sceptical when we had a survey done.

    The home surveyor said times were different and went on to explain in detail the pv voltaic system and the new feed in tariffs rewards that had recently been brought in by the government. That made it more appealing to us and the more we went into it the more sense it made.
    This would be a big investment for us, but there seem to be a chance of getting a good return of around 8% which in the current economic time is extremely good.

    The surveyor was very helpful and patient in dealing with our concerns, so we put an order in.

    The installation was done in a very efficient manner and with minimum of disruption by the roofer or electricians. The panels seem to be working fine and although sunshine has been in short supply we have still managed to generate 150 units in the first week.

    We are in the process of getting our installation registered with our energy supplier and looking forward to receiving the payments from them.

    John and Pat, Leicestershire

  • Charles

    Our solar panels were installed just over a week ago. Whilst it is still too early for us to quantify how much energy we are saving as a result of them, we would like to thank your company for the superb preparation for their installation.

    After finding a number of solar panel companies, we found you responded quickly and efficiently. The surveyor was willing to come at our convenience despite having to leave late into the evening with a long journey home to look forward to. He patiently spent time answering our questions so that we were aware of everything that we should expect. It was was this openness that led us to choosing your company.

    He has set a tone for all our dealing with your company. It was tricky scheduling the installation around our other building work but you were willing to change the dates to those that best suited us. Our roof tiles are particularly brittle and the solar installers had to work around this with help from our builder. The experience seems to have converted him from being a solar panel skeptic to actually entertaining the idea himself.

    The installation, as promised, lasted a day. The team was very efficient and worked well together. As a teacher, it amused me to be receiving a lesson – this time about how to use the control panel for the central heating and hot water.

    There were three very minor leaks, but one phone call resulted in them being fixed that day. What can one say – why can’t other companies work like this.

    We are now looking forward to a summer of no fuel bills. Or winters should also be fuel efficient now that we have solar panels and a wood burner.

    Now to find a fuel saving car. Any ideas?

    Charles

  • Diane lane

    We had solar panels installed by solar energy savings ltd and are really pleased.

    Service, installation and customer services were all great – just need some sun now!

  • Bromfield

    Ours system heated all the hot water we could ever need in summer – plenty to fill our big double corner bath and made a huge difference to our electric water heating bill even in winter months, It might only heat the water to ‘tepid’ at that seasonal time, but the energy required to heat it from tepid to scalding rather than almost freezing to scalding is obviously much much less.

  • Craig

    There is a rather excellent feeling of beating the energy companies when you get your first energy from a solar panel on the first morning.

  • Clive

    I am writing to inform everyone how pleased we are with our new photovoltaic system recently installed on my property.

    In the first week it had on average generated 10 units of electricity each day. We are looking forward to significantly reduced energy bills.

    Although we have had to wait an extra 2 months due to bad weather and a shortage of parts this winter, I am pleased to say thoughj now at least it has been installed and the systems seems to be working very well.

    Once the scaffolding was up for access the solar panels were installed very quickly. The technicians were polite and considerate and seemed very competent. We would certainly recommend solar panels to our friends and family.

  • Morrison

    My experience of our solar installation is excellent. Our gas boiler only boosts the water temperature for about 10 minutes twice a day in winter and not at all in summer. My solar tubes have performed well above what I expected from it.

  • Mrs Bromfield

    Our system heated all the hot water we could ever need in summer – plenty to fill our big double corner bath – and made a huge difference to our electric water heating bill even in winter months, It might only heat the water to ‘tepid’ at that seasonal time, but the energy required to heat it from tepid to scalding rather than almost freezing to scalding is obviously much much less.

  • Mrs Conelly

    I would say the savings on water heating around 60% maybe even more. Dead simple technology too. Our unit is about 18 years old now and still going strong. It paid for itself in about 5 years.

  • Mr Appleby

    I have been thinking about having solar photovoltaic panels for some time, as we have had the panels for the heating of water for 6 years, and as the electric costs keep rising, I then decided to go ahead. The system was explained by your surveyor, so I placed an order.

    There was a delay in the installation time, because of a shortage of inverters, but the system is now commissioned and operating for 10 days. The meter is showing 175 kilowatts and at times during the day the electricity meter is going in reverse, showing the power coming from the panels.

  • Marcia

    A few years ago when I was building a kitchen extension, I had researched the possibility of using solar panels in the form of photovoltaic. My intension when considering the design of the building had been to make it as green as possible. I received a very negative response from my planning department at the council and so was put off the idea.

    I hadn’t put the idea out of my mind and decided to do some research. In a fairly arbitrary way I found this website on the internet. I made an appointment and a surveyor consultant came to see me. He spent 2 hours giving me an in-depth explanation of how both hot water and photovoltaic systems work, how the grants work, the savings and installation processes.

    Government policy has certainly changed in the last 5 years and using solar panels is now encouraged by incentives.

    I now find myself to be almost evangelical in my enthusiasm for solar panels and technology, and will extol its virtues at the drop of a hat and have already recommended the technology to family and friends.

  • Mrs Harding

    It is with great pleasure that we wish to congratulate you on the effective and efficient installation of our solar heating system and we look forward to the same efficient installation with our solar electric panels too.
    Mrs Harding, Slough

  • Graham Lambden

    My roof runs North to South. Being a residential park home, the angle of the roof is less than a house. I have been told if the PV panels face West, the output of the panels will only be slightly less than if facing South. Is this so and would the installation still be a viable proposition?
    Many thanks
    Graham

  • http://www.solar-panels.biz Stuart Lovatt

    hi Graham

    Solar panels on a west facing roof will loose approx 10% performance of a fully south facing roof space. In the summer months the longer evenings will prolong your peak generation time.

    The shallower angle of the roof may loose another 5% but the system. That said, the panels will still work perfectly well for you.

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