How does solar power work?
Solar panels contain photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight into electricity. This is energy in the form of sunlight, that's provided - for free - from the Sun and can be used to power your home.
Why choose solar panels for my flat roof?
Transform your flat roof into a sun roof and generate electricity from the sun
The flat roof, in our opinion, is an ideal platform for a variety of systems that can help reduce the impact of climate change, like green roofing, blue roofing, solar paint and solar panels.
Because of their large surface area and constant exposure to the sky, Strandek believe that solar panels have many benefits for property owners:
- Reduced utility bills: solar panels have the ability to significantly reduce the cost of powering your home
- Protection from volatile to price hikes: energy generated by solar can be stored when the sun's strength is high - and used when energy prices spike during darker, colder periods
- Help reduce harmful pollutants and contribute to the fight against climate change: by using the sun's energy instead of fossil fuels to power your home, you're essentially reducing harmful emissions
- Easier planning permission: solar panels are considered 'permitted development' according to the UK government's Planning Portal.
Solar panels for flat roofs
Solar panels should be orientated towards the sun's path to maximise efficiency. This requires a tilt in the angle of the, which is frame support systems are recommended.
Solar panels can be supported by lightweight frames that are tilted in the direction of the sun.
How can solar panels for my flat roof reduce my utility bill?
By generating your own solar power, you can reduce your electricity bill significantly. Ultimately, the amount you save is dependent on the size of the panel system, your home's power consumption and environmental considerations.
As a homeowner, the amount of money you could save can be estimated using Google's Project Solar
Software is used to calculate the amount of sunlight a solar panel would be able to capture, also accounting for seasonal weather changes, the angle of your roof, the impact of possible structures that might overshadow the panels - like your neighbour's house. By using Google Maps satellite function, it's algorithms can determine the amount of space available that can be covered in solar panels and ultimately determine the kind of savings you would be able to achieve with solar technology.
Finding an installer
We're able to oversee the installation of solar panels for a variety of flat roofing systems. We can also install the most robust waterproofing systems for your flat roof - so that it's waterproof and able to generate it's own power.
If you'd like to find out more about how we can help you, call us on 029 2190 0011.