Solar PV systems in Ireland will still generate electricity on overcast days as long as there is daylight available, but they will not produce power at their maximum rated capacity. Instead, they will operate at a lower fraction of their capacity. It is important to note that solar panels perform best in direct sunlight and typically produce less electricity in countries with less sunlight, such as Ireland, compared to sunnier countries like Spain.

The Solar PV system is arranged in such a way that the electricity it generates is prioritised for powering household appliances. Any surplus electricity produced is utilised to heat the water in your immersion tank or go to a battery system. In the event thatIf the electricity demand of your household surpasses what the Solar PV system can provide, your regular electricity supplier will be relied upon to supply additional electricity.

The optimal location is South facing between 30 and 35 degrees. Panels can be installed on a slate, tile, or metal roof. Alternatively, panels can be installed on a flat roof/area or the ground in the form of a ground array.

To put it simply, Photovoltaic (PV) panels generate electricity directly from sunlight and operate on DC (direct current) power. Their power output is measured in watts. In order to convert the DC power to AC (alternating current), which is used by the electricity grid, an inverter must be used in conjunction with the PV panels.

An inverter is a device that converts DC generated by solar PV panels into AC, which is then supplied to the consumer unit for household use or returned to the national grid.

A string inverter connects all the solar panels in a string or series and converts the DC electricity produced by them into usable AC electricity that can be used in the home or fed back into the grid. A string inverter is a simple and cost-effective option for small and medium-sized solar installations.

A hybrid inverter can work with both solar panels and batteries, allowing for energy storage and usage during times when the sun isn't shining. Hybrid inverters are generally more expensive than string inverters but offer greater flexibility and control over the solar energy system.

A primary benefit of owning a battery is the ability to store excess solar energy during the day and utilise it to power the house during the evening without additional charges.

In case an EV remains parked at home for a significant portion of daylight hours, surplus solar energy can be redirected to charge the EV using an appropriate charger, thereby providing cost-free fuel.

Yes, if you have a smart meter installed. We submit an NC6 form to the ESB which will let them know that you have Solar installed. Feed-in tariff rates are currently between 18.5 & 24 cents per kW depending on your provider.

Depending on the size of the system and the house layout, installation can take between 1 -3 days depending.