Recent content by Solarnewbie

iv struggled to log into this site over xmas, managed to get in today.  Just an update from me that the installation went well... thanks guys for all the info, im not part of the solar energy community! Iv got my inverter installed in the storage room as agreed... although they didn't go down a...

Thanks guys, finally got round to getting the installer to put the inverter in the storage room rather than the loft. Is the Geo Solo something I can install myself? They are selling it at amazon at nearly half the price compared to what the installer is selling it for.

So the quote is to fit a SMA SB3680 TL Dual MPPT Inverter and its 3.5kw LG solar panel system being installed.   Not sure what type of KW inverter it is but I presume its a 4kw. I've responded to the installer re-iterating my preference of having the inverter installed in the storage room...

The guy is unbelievable, after another reply last night, he still adamant to have it installed in the loft... Having 2nd thoughts about this company now. He says that the inverter can now work in 120degs temp and emphasised again the internal fan! the meter will be installed in the front porch...

seems they just what an easy install with getting the inverter in the loft. Iv read alot of websites where they categorically state not to install inverters in loft space, even on yougen website. I'll push to get it installed elsewhere and not in the loft space. They havent recommended a Geo...

Canoeboy, Binky Just to give you an update on this, iv had my roof and electicial survey, and the installer confirmed that all appears ok however he is again keen ok getting the inverter installed in the loft space rather than the utility room on the 1st floor landing which is what i proposed...

Thanks guys, great help. I'll ask about the solar dump to see what option do i have. Im a bit dissapointed, i was in a position of making an order today with this local installer and iv just been informed that their installations are fully booked for December... This is after he said that...

thanks Binky.. I think LG are the ones to go for then.  A friend of mine had gone for SolarWorld, 16 panels which came out at 4kwatt and roughly the same price as the LG quote... so I think the quotes appear reasonable. the installer confirmed that a roof and electrical survey will be performed...

I'll need to ask about the SMA model then, he has given me a fact sheet which includes all models including the 3600TL. I do want to have a solar dump kit but iv got a combi boiler, the old water tank is still in the attic but im sure the piping has been rerouted. Couldnt open your pics Canoe...

Thanks again Canoe, really appreciate the input! The company is mcs registered and im surprised the installer didnt mention a roof survey. I'll add that to the list of questions to ask him. I dont see anything in the information pack they provided about installing a seperate CU and feeding it...

Thanks Canoe for your valuable input. I am leaning towards the LGs, dont think its with paying extra for the sunpowe although SP offer 25 yrs warranty compared to LG at 12 years. Even the Indian made i believe Seraphim price makes me think if its worth paying extra for LG for £300 per year...

Hi I am pretty new to solar panels but thinking of having them installed before the FIT changes in the new year. Iv recieved a quote from a local installer and want to get a heads up from ppl on this forum of price/model. Iv been given quotes installing 3 different modules, Sunpower 327x12...