• Your roof: You need to have a roof that is large enough, strong enough, and facing the right direction to accommodate solar panels. Ideally, your roof should be south-facing, have a pitch of 30 to 45 degrees, and have no shading from trees or buildings. You also need to check the condition of your roof and see if it needs any repairs or replacements before installing solar panels.
• Your electricity usage: You need to know how much electricity you use and when you use it. Solar panels work best when you can use most of the electricity they produce during the day, rather than exporting it to the grid or storing it in a battery. You can check your electricity bills or use a smart meter to see your consumption patterns and see if they match the solar generation.
• Your budget: You need to know how much you can afford to spend on solar panels and how long it will take you to recover your investment. Solar panels can cost anywhere from £3,000 to £10,000 depending on the size and type of the system. You can also apply for government rebates or incentives that can reduce the upfront cost by 30 to 50%. However, you still need to factor in the maintenance costs and the lifespan of the system. Solar panels typically last for 20 to 25 years and have low maintenance costs, but you may need to replace the inverter or the battery after 10 years.
• Your location: You need to know how much sunlight your area receives and how it varies throughout the year. Solar panels generate more electricity in sunny and clear days than in cloudy and rainy days.

These are some of the main factors that you need to consider before deciding if solar panels are right for you. If you want to learn more about solar panels, give us a call.