Solar Battery Storage Installers in North Devon
Transform how you use electricity with a solar battery storage installation. With a home battery, you can store energy created by your solar PV system and use it day and night, reducing your reliance on the grid even further.
Our trusted, qualified solar technicians can find and install the perfect solar battery for your household’s energy needs, helping to make your home greener and more self-sufficient than ever before.
The Benefits of Solar Battery Storage
With a solar battery, the power produced from your Solar PV System will still power your home as normal, but any extra production is used to charge the battery. Once the battery is full, any other unused electricity is sent back to the grid like normal, and you can claim a SEG (smart export guarantee) from the energy provider, allowing you to earn extra cash – anywhere from 5p to 12p per kWh.
Adding a battery is a small change, but one that provides some significant advantages:
Greener Energy
Usually, when your solar panels don’t produce electricity, you buy it from the grid. With a battery, you can rely on saved electricity when your solar panels aren’t producing, meaning you’re constantly using sustainable solar energy, even at night.
Cheaper Energy
Even if your solar panels aren’t producing (or you don’t have any at all), AC battery storage can be set up to charge during off-peak hours and be used during peak times instead of relying on the grid. This can help you save on your energy bills.
Emergency Power
Some battery storage systems offer emergency power supplies, where dedicated circuits are kept running for a short time in the event of a power cut. This can be really useful if you live in an area where electricity is less reliable.
Solar Battery Storage FAQs
With over 15 years of experience in solar power, GMEC are one of North Devon’s leading battery installation experts.
Our fully-qualified team can provide free, no-obligation quotes to help you find the right solution, balancing performance and value for money. If you’re still wondering if battery installation is right for you, here are some common questions customers ask us that might help.
Not necessarily. While most batteries are designed to work with solar PV systems, you can get AC battery storage that doesn’t need solar panels.
If you don’t have solar panels but still want the advantages of a battery, you’ll want one that can be programmed to charge overnight and be used during peak times to save you money on your electricity bill. Speak to us about your requirements, and we’ll find the right battery for you.
Can I Add Battery Storage to My Existing Solar PV System?
Yes, if you already have solar panels and would like to add battery storage, we can do that for you.
Like other solar installation providers, we tend to recommend having a battery installed at the same time as your solar panels for convenience. However, circumstances may mean you didn’t want one at the time but would like to upgrade now. There are also cases where the original battery needs replacing, either due to its age or because it is not coping with increased energy demands.
Regardless of the reason, we’re happy to discuss adding battery storage to your existing solar panel system. Use the quote form on this page to provide us with information about your current setup and energy usage, and we’ll help find the right battery for your needs.
How Much Does Solar Battery Installation Cost?
The cost of installing a solar battery can vary based on many factors, particularly the size of the battery and the complexity of its installation. Generally, the average residential solar battery installation can cost anywhere from £3,000 to £6,000.
The bulk of the installation cost comes from the solar batteries themselves, which is why it’s crucial to find the right balance between performance and value. There’s no point in paying extra for a huge kWh battery if your energy usage doesn’t require that much. Likewise, there’s no point in still paying thousands for a smaller battery that doesn’t give you the power you need.
We use our experience and expertise to provide you with an honest, no-obligation recommendation suited to your energy usage, so you can make the best choice for your needs.
How Long Do Solar Batteries Last?
Solar batteries usually last at least 10 years before they begin to noticeably lose performance. After that point, they can sometimes lose their maximum capacity, just like any other battery (such as in your phone).
Many solar batteries come with a warranty to protect against performance loss for a certain number of years. However, because solar panels usually last around 25 years, if you want consistent battery storage, you’ll likely need to replace the battery once during your system’s lifecycle.
How Long Does Solar Battery Installation Take?
If you’re working with an experienced team like GMEC, actually installing a solar battery is usually done in one day. However, the full process from enquiry to installation can take a few weeks, depending on the nature of your property.
Getting a solar battery installed is a bit like getting a new boiler. Before anything can happen, we need to perform checks to ensure you’re getting a battery that’s the right size and that there’s a suitable place for it to go. Once you’re happy, we can order the battery in and schedule an installation date.
On installation day, it will usually take a full working day to ensure the battery is mounted, wired and tested. Complicated installations can take two days to finish up, just to ensure everything is fully tested and functional before handing it over.
Commercial Solar Battery Storage
Businesses can also benefit from solar battery storage. Whether you have solar panels or not, we’ve worked with many businesses across Devon and beyond to install battery storage and help them enjoy cheaper energy bills.
Whether you’re pursuing net-zero goals, want to cut your energy bills or need a backup power source in the worst-case scenario, we can help you find the perfect AC battery storage solution for your energy needs. Simply use our quote form to outline your requirements, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.