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Solar Panel Kits

Solar panels are becoming easier and more popular to install in your home than ever before. These panels offer your home and business a renewable energy source that can enable you to cut costs on bills and save money in the long run.

Solar panels require almost zero maintenance, can improve property value, and are an excellent return on your investment with the ability to help you become energy independent, and can even make you money if you sell your extra energy back to the grid. Get everything you need for an on-roof or in-roof solar panel set-up with our convenient solar panel kits.

In & On Roof Solar Panels

There are two distinct types of solar panels for your home – in-roof and on-roof panels.

On-roof solar panels are mounted onto your roof and sit above your existing roof tiles. This option is good for those who don’t want to make any serious modifications to their home. They also have the added benefit of being 5-10% more efficient than in-roof solar panels.

In-roof solar panels, also known as integrated solar panels, are installed into the roof itself. They offer a sleek and modern look and tend to be more aesthetically pleasing than on-roof solar panels due to their fully integrated look and purposeful design.

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Solar panel kits make the installation of your solar panels easy. Each kit from The Underfloor Heating Store comes with all the parts you need for a straightforward installation. Not only that, but you can rest easy in the knowledge that everything in the kit will work together safely and efficiently.

Starter Kits are designed with people who are new to solar power in mind. Each kit includes a high-efficiency flat plate collector and a multifunctional controller with an LCD display. The range of solar panel kits we offer can be purchased with mounting equipment to enable installation for in-roof, on-roof, or flat-roof orientations, depending on your needs. The panels themselves can be used in combination with your boiler and water cylinders to supply reliable hot water all year long.

How many solar panels are needed to power a house?

The number of solar panels needed to power a house depends on several factors, including the electricity consumption of the house, the available roof or ground space for installing solar panels, the efficiency of the panels, and the local solar irradiation (sunlight) in your area. Here are the key considerations:

  1. Electricity Consumption: The first step is to evaluate your household's electricity usage. Review your electricity bills to determine the average monthly or yearly energy consumption in kilowatt-hours (kWh). This information will help you estimate the size of the solar system you'll need.
  2. Solar Panel Capacity: Solar panels are rated in terms of their power output, typically in watts (W) or kilowatts (kW). To estimate the number of panels required, divide your average energy consumption by the average output per panel. For example, if your household consumes 10,000 kWh annually and each panel has a capacity of 300 W, you would need approximately 33 panels (10,000 kWh / 300 W = 33.3 panels). Keep in mind that this is a rough estimate, and actual requirements can vary based on system efficiency, shading, and other factors.
  3. Available Space: Consider the available roof or ground space for installing solar panels. The physical dimensions and layout of your property will determine how many panels can fit. Keep in mind that solar panels are typically grouped into arrays, and the total system size should be compatible with your available space.
  4. Efficiency and Solar Irradiation: Solar panel efficiency refers to the percentage of sunlight that the panels can convert into electricity. Higher-efficiency panels can generate more power in the same amount of space. Additionally, the local solar irradiation, which varies depending on your geographical location, affects the energy output of the panels. Areas with more sunlight typically require fewer panels to generate the desired amount of electricity.