Spring is finally here! After a long winter, we can look forward to longer days and warmer weather. Do you want to generate your own electricity and save 50-70% on your energy bills?
Today is the first day of spring and with milder weather and plenty of sunshine on the way, those looking at installing solar panels should start the process as soon as possible.
When is the perfect time to install solar panels in the UK?
You may be wondering when is the ideal time to start the installation process for solar panels. Well spring is the ideal season, and here are just a few reasons why.
Longer days mean more sunlight for your solar panels
This may be obvious, but the longer days means more sunlight. During the spring months, the days are getting longer, meaning there are more hours of sunlight available for your panels to absorb. This makes spring the perfect time for solar panel installation, as you’ll generate more energy during the day.
You can generate energy before summer
Another great advantage of installing solar panels in the spring is that you’ll have several months of solid sunlight before the long, hot summer months arrive. By installing early, you’ll be able to generate plenty of energy to power your home throughout the summer, reducing your reliance on the grid and saving you money on your energy bills. Combined with battery storage, you may not even need to use any electricity from the grid in the summer months.
You can sell excess electricity back to the grid
When your solar panels generate more electricity than you need, the excess energy is automatically fed back into the grid, if you don’t have a battery storage system. This is where “net metering” comes into play. Net metering allows you to sell excess electricity back to the grid, which means that you can earn money from the energy you generate but don’t use. According to the Energy Savings Trust, if you have a property in London and are home all day – you could be selling energy back to the grid, giving you savings of £385 per year.
You can beat the crowds and get ahead in line
Many people have their solar panels installed in the summer because it has the most sunlight. However, you should get ahead of the crowds and book your installation before contractors get really busy. The spring weather is also perfect for installation, making it easier for installation teams to work outdoors and get your solar panels up and running quickly and efficiently.
You can protect yourself against future energy bill rises
As energy prices continue to rise in the UK, installing solar panels on your home means that you can protect yourself against future energy bill rises. You can earn money by generating your own renewable energy, reducing your reliance on expensive grid electricity.
You can sleep well knowing you’re helping combat climate change
Finally, installing solar panels is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future. By generating your own energy from the sun, you’ll be reducing your reliance on fossil fuels and helping to combat climate change. Spring is the perfect time to take this important step towards a cleaner, greener future.
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