How much can I actually save on my energy bills with solar?
It’s the question on everyone’s mind, and for good reason! When you invest in solar, you aren't just putting panels on a roof; you’re essentially building your own mini-power station. While the exact "pounds and pence" figure varies from home to home, most of our customers in Derby and across the East Midlands see a massive reduction in their monthly outgoings.
Generally speaking, a well-designed solar PV system can reduce your electricity bills by anywhere from 50% to 70%. How do we get to those numbers? It usually comes down to three main factors:
- Direct Consumption: This is the "free" energy you use the moment the sun is shining. Instead of buying electricity from the grid at standard rates, your appliances run directly off your panels.
- Battery Storage: This is the real game-changer. Without a battery, any solar energy you don't use during the day is sent back to the grid. With a battery, we can store that power so you can use it to cook dinner or watch TV in the evening. This dramatically increases your self-sufficiency.
- Smart Export Guarantee (SEG): For any excess energy you do send back to the grid, your energy supplier will actually pay you! It’s a great way to squeeze even more value out of your system.
Because we are brand-agnostic, we don't push one specific manufacturer. Whether it’s a high-efficiency premium panel or a robust budget-friendly system, we tailor the setup to your specific roof orientation and energy habits. We want to make sure the math works for you before a single bolt is tightened.
To give you total peace of mind while you're watching those savings roll in, we provide a 10-year workmanship guarantee on all our solar installations. We’ve been serving the local area (within a 40-mile radius of Derby) for years, so you can trust that we’ll be here to support you long after the installation is complete.
Ready to take the next step? Get your free, no-obligation quote here: https://pac-electrical.co.uk/get-a-quote
