COST OF SOLAR PANELS UK IN 2024?

Nowadays, many people think about installing a solar power plant, but they have many questions. People think about where it would be best to install it,how much cost solar panels UK in 2024? , when is the best time to install it, how to get support from APVA, and will it pay off, but the main question is how much will it all cost? As electricity prices continue to rise, more and more people are becoming interested in solar power plants, motivated not only by the desire to save money but also to live more sustainably.

What does the cost of a solar panels UK plant consist of

The cost of the solar modules makes up the largest part of the cost of a solar power plant. Prices vary depending on the type of modules, their efficiency and manufacturer. Higher efficiency modules can be more expensive but can help to store more electricity in the long term.

The cost of a solar panels in uk  consists of:

• Solar modules generating DC electricity
• Power converter that converts DC to AC
• Mounting structures for roof or ground mounting of solar modules
• Other materials such as cables, fasteners, automation, surge protectors, optimisers, earthing and others
• Installation work by suitably qualified electricians and installers

Installation work can account for a significant part of the cost of a solar power plant. This includes workers' wages, transport costs, hoisting costs, etc.If the solar power plant uses a solar panel system for energy storage, this can add significantly to the overall cost of the plant. Batteries can be expensive, but they can help save energy and provide emergency power in the event of a grid blackout.

Solar power plant direction and area

When planning to install a solar power plant on the roof of your house, it is important to take into account the available roof area. If your house has a pitched roof and you are planning to install a solar power plant, you will tentatively need about 5-6 square metres of roof area facing south, south-east, south-west, east or west for each kilowatt (kW) of solar power. For example, if you want to install a 10 kW solar power plant, you might need 50-60 square metres of sloping roof space.If your house has a flat roof, the roof area could be around 8-9 square metres per kilowatt (kW) installed. If you are going to install a solar power plant on the ground, you will need about 60-70 square metres of ground area. This is an important consideration when planning a solar power plant project, as the size of the roof or ground area can have a significant impact on the solar power plant's ability to generate electricity.The most efficient direction for a solar power plant is south and the best angle is 35 degrees to the horizon. You can assess your roof using the table below:    

The price of the solar panels depends on the installation location

Of course, the cost of a solar panels UK plant can also depend on where it is installed. Factors such as the type of roof, the height of the house and the ease of installation also have an impact. Earthworks, such as the distance from the inlet to the power station, can be a significant cost factor if trenching, laying cables in the ground.

What has led to the price changes in 2023?

The price changes are due to the fact that, when electricity prices rose, most people decided to buy solar power plants. The rapid increase in demand pushed up prices as manufacturers were unable to produce and supply equipment to the market. Production and supply chains quickly adapted and production and supply increased, while the price of electricity and demand decreased slightly, causing component prices to fall.Some market players are exiting this highly competitive business because they did not take into account the potential uncertainties and warranty obligations when they entered and bid for low-priced work. There are some equipment dealers who simply sell leftover or poor quality equipment at half price, leaving customers without the contractor's guarantees for the work carried out and having to deal directly with the manufacturers for equipment failures, which is time-consuming and quite expensive. They have to take care of the delivery of the defective equipment themselves, usually to China.

So HOW MUCH COST SOLAR POWER IN 2024?

The cost of a solar power plant depends in particular on the location (roof of the house, plot of land) and, if it is installed on a roof, on the type of roofing and construction. If the plant is installed on a tiled or flat roof, the installation is the most expensive.Example 1 (ground-mounted solar power plant)Solar power plants on the ground can vary in capacity, which is an important factor influencing price. Smaller solar power plants, such as 5 kW, tend to cost relatively more than larger ones. However, the capacity is not chosen at random, but must be matched to the energy needs and potential of the site.

Used for installation:

• • RISEN RSM150-8-505BMDG SF (20 units)

The modules achieve an efficiency of 20.5% and degrade by no more than 0.45% per year. Bifacial, halfcut technology will ensure higher electricity yields.

• • Solax X3-MIC-10K-G2 inverter with SolaX Cloud monitoring

Ground-mounted solar power plant with a capacity of 10 kW.Example 2 (solar panels uk cost  on a sloping roof)The cost of a rooftop solar panels in uk   can be determined by factors such as the shape of the roof of the house, the choice of modules, the complexity of installation, etc. In this case, where the roof of the house is tin-roofed and the roof is sloping, the cost is lower compared to installation on a flat roof or on the ground.For the installation:

• Solet 410MH5-54 FULL BLACK (24 pcs.) Monocrystalline solar module with long warranty period, high efficiency and quality. 9 Busbar, half-cell technology increases power and efficiency. Ideal for business customers and residential homes.
• Solax X3-MIC-10K-G2 inverter with SolaX Cloud monitoring

 

Is now really the best time to invest?

Autumn and winter are good times to install a solar power plant and start operating it at the beginning of the next season in March. That way you won't lose a month of efficient electricity generation. Also new - for those who want to benefit from the support, you don't have to install the plant after the approval of the support, but you can do it retrospectively - once the plant is installed you can apply for the support (even if it hasn't been announced yet).We believe that now is a good time to invest in solar power plants - the cost of equipment has dropped by around 20% - 30% and the installation time has been reduced to 2-3 weeks as demand has eased.So its a best  time to contact us for solar panels quote, solar panel installers near me is waiting you.