WHAT ARE SOLAR PV PANELS?
Solar PV panels are clean, silent and environmentally harmless.

At Solar Advanced Systems we provide cost effective solar PV systems that maximise this powerful free source of energy, reducing your costs and helping the planet at the same time.
Solar PV is a renewable energy system which uses solar PV panels to convert
sunlight into electricity. The PV cells consist of thin layers of
a semi-conducting material, usually silicon, which generates an electric
charge when exposed to daylight (rather than heat). The greater the
intensity of the light, the greater the flow of electricity.
Solar PV panels are simple to install and there are many different options available to suit your requirements.
Cables attached to the solar panels are connected to an inverter which converts the DC (Direct Current) electricity produced to usable AC (Alternating Current) electricity which can be used as power.
The electricity produced by Solar Advanced system’s Solar PV panels can be used to drive any appliance that is powered by electricity.
Converting Sunlight into electricity has made great strides in the last 5 years and is now a viable option for the UK climate. Our solar PV panels work using natural daylight, even on cloudy days and all of the energy generated is used by either powering your home or sold back to the national grid.
Special features of a solar photovoltaic (PV) electricity system
We can install any size solar PV system dependant upon your needs and the size available significantly reducing your electricity bills & reducing your co2 emissions by at least 585 kgs per year. That is the same as a jumbo jet flight to Italy.
Any excess electricity generated is sold back to the national grid for more than you are charged for it. It will produce electricity
and earn you money whilst you are at work or on holiday.
Solar PV panels increase the value of your home with the latest independent studies reporting that two thirds of buyers are prepared to pay up
to £10,000 more for an energy efficient home.
Our solar PV systems are grid connected which means electricity does not have to be stored in batteries which have a limited lifespan.
THE BENEFITS OF CHOOSING A SOLAR PV SYSTEM
Significantly reduces/eliminates your electricity bills.- A sound and guaranteed financial investment that is likely to increase the value of your home.
- New feed in tariff due April 1st 2010 makes solar PV an attractive investment and gives on average a 10%-15% return.
- Allows you to take control of ever increasing energy price rises.
- Uses free energy from the sun, emits no pollutants, uses no fuel and creates no waste which makes Solar PV an amazingly green solution.
- Solar PV panels don’t need direct sunlight to work and even work on cloudy days.
- Our Solar PV systems are designed for long service life and backed by a performance warranty of 25 years which means our systems deliver energy for many years to come.
- Planning permission is no longer required under permitted development laws.* Reduce our carbon footprint.
* subject to certain criteria

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FAQ's
What are Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Panels?
Solar Photovoltaic panels convert sunlight directly into electricity that can be used to run appliances and lights. Photovoltaic cells generate energy even when it is overcast and cloudy as they absorb scattered light.
How are solar PV Panels Fitted?
solar Photovoltaic panels can be mounted on a roof or ground mounted. Ideally the roof will be south facing, or near to at an angle of 30 degrees with the horizontal for optimum performance. The panels produce DC electricity, so a small inverter will be fitted inside the house, to change the DC into AC (used in all normal homes and the Grid). Installation is clean, with minimal disruption and no extra space needed indoors.
What is a grid connected system?
Solar Photovoltaic panels can be connected to the Grid through the local electricity supplier. Surplus electricity can be sold back to the supplier.
How much do they cost?
Installation costs are around £4.500 per kW installed based on a 4 Kw system. The price will vary depending on the size of individual installations.
How long does the installation process take?
For an average system, the installation process rarely takes more than a few days, with minimal disruption. Scaffolding is required for work on the roof.
What is the feed-in Tariff?
The Government announced a feed in tariff on 15 July 2009 applicable for all installations from that date, but officially beginning in April 2010. For every unit a solar photovoltaic system up to 4kW produces, the Government will pay 41.3p. For systems up to 10kW the tariff is 36.1p.

