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Expert guides and advice to help you make informed decisions.

Can Solar Batteries Be Installed Outside in the UK?

10th June, 2026

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Can Solar Batteries Be Installed Out...

Yes, many solar batteries can be installed outdoors in the UK if they are designed for external use and installed in a suitable location.

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Bethany Armstrong

Renewables Manager

Are Solar Batteries Safe? What Homeowners Should Know Before Installing

09th June, 2026

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Are Solar Batteries Safe? What Homeo...

Modern solar batteries are generally very safe when installed correctly.

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Bethany Armstrong

Renewables Manager

Can You Install Solar Panels After a Loft Conversion?

08th June, 2026

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Can You Install Solar Panels After a...

Yes, many homes can still accommodate solar panels after a loft conversion, although the remaining roof space will influence the system design.

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Bethany Armstrong

Renewables Manager

Solar & Battery Case Study: How One Homeowner Cut Their Electricity Costs

05th June, 2026

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Solar & Battery Case Study: How One...

See how solar panels and battery storage helped reduce one homeowner's electricity bill to just £4 during summer.

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Bethany Armstrong

Renewables Manager

Solar Panel Maintenance Guide for UK Homes

22nd May, 2026

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Solar Panel Maintenance Guide for UK...

Solar panels are often described as low maintenance, but that does not mean they never need checking or attention.

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Bethany Armstrong

Renewables Manager

Solar Panel Sizes UK 2026: Solar Panel Dimensions and Sizes That Matter

22nd May, 2026

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Solar Panel Sizes UK 2026: Solar Pan...

Most residential solar panels in the UK are around 1.7m tall and 1.1m wide, although exact dimensions can vary depending on panel output, manufacturer...

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Bethany Armstrong

Renewables Manager

Can You Add a Battery to an Existing Solar System?

22nd May, 2026

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Can You Add a Battery to an Existing...

Yes, in many cases you can add a battery to an existing solar panel system without replacing the solar panels themselves.

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Bethany Armstrong

Renewables Manager

What Happens When Your Solar Battery Is Full?

21st May, 2026

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What Happens When Your Solar Battery...

When your solar battery is full, your system will stop charging it, and excess energy may either be redirected to the grid or wasted, depending on you...

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Bethany Armstrong

Renewables Manager

Tesla Powerwall vs Duracell Dura16: Cost, Specs & Performance Compared

21st May, 2026

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Tesla Powerwall vs Duracell Dura16:...

Tesla Powerwall is a premium all-in-one system, while the Dura16 offers more storage for your money with a modular setup.

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Bethany Armstrong

Renewables Manager

Tesla Powerwall alternatives: is there a better battery?

21st May, 2026

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Tesla Powerwall alternatives: is the...

Tesla Powerwall is a popular home battery, but it is not always the best choice for every home.

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Renewables Manager

Solar Panel Grants

21st May, 2026

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Solar Panel Grants

These grants not only help residents save money on installation but also help lower energy bills and support the UK’s goal to work towards reducing ca...

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Bethany Armstrong

Renewables Manager

Solar Panels on Finance: Spread the Cost, Maximise Your Savings

21st May, 2026

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Solar Panels on Finance: Spread the...

iHeat offer solar finance at 9.9%

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Bethany Armstrong

Renewables Manager