What size system do I need?

We know from experience that the average solar panel system is around 3.5 kilowatt peak. The Kilowatt  peak is the maximum amount of power the system can generate in ideal conditions.

A 3.5kWp system typically covers between 10 to 20 square metres of roof surface area, using between six and 12 panels.

You don't need to have a field or a garden full of solar panels to get the best return for your investment.

We can assist you with the size requirement of your solar panel array and this can be completed face-to-face or via a consultancy through a teams meeting, but which ever way you choose to discuss this with us, we will ensure your system will be right for you and your family.

At SFIR Home Improvements, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality workmanship on every project we undertake. We use only the best materials and employ skilled tradespeople to ensure that your project meets or exceeds your expectations.

When you purchase your solar panel array from SFIR you can rest assured that from the initial consultation through to the fitting of the panels on your roof, your system will have been designed specifically for your property.

The number of panels and the kilowatt generation that you require will be discussed and the information provided to you will be from an experienced solar panel designer.

It isn't necessarily the case that bigger is better, what matters most when we discuss your solar panel solution is the position and direction of the roof, whether your property is over shadowed by large trees or other properties that could potentially put your system at a major disadvantage.

Seven solar panels fitted to the roof above could potentially perform better than sixteen solar panels on the roof opposite, where trees and shade could severely impact on the production of solar energy.

Imagine the property above, a nice big roof, so effectively you could have sixteen solar panels fitted to the face of the roof, but because there are a lot of trees, the property is in a valley and it could be facing a north easterly direction, which means it wouldn't get much direct sunlight and therefore the solar energy produced by the panels could be impacted and not produce the return the homeowner was hoping for, checking the position and orientation of the roof is of paramount importance.