Solar PV Systems
Solar PV turns daylight into electricity you can use in your home or building. As electrical contractors, AWH designs the solar system and the electrical work around it together — from panels and inverter to protection, testing and commissioning.
The service explained
Photovoltaic (PV) cells in each panel produce direct current (DC) electricity when daylight falls on them. An inverter converts this to the alternating current (AC) used by your home, and the system connects into your consumer unit so the electricity is used by your appliances first.
Whenever your panels are generating, your home draws less from the grid. Electricity you don't use at the time is exported to the grid, or can be stored in a battery for later. How much you benefit depends on your roof, its orientation and shading, the system size and when you use electricity.
We look at the roof, the existing electrical installation and where the inverter, isolators and cabling will go. Solar is an electrical installation first and foremost — getting the protection, cable routes and connection right matters as much as the panels.
AWH installs solar on individual homes and as part of new-build electrical packages. Commercial solar can be discussed on a project-by-project basis.
Typical requirements
Before you decide
Orientation, pitch, shading and available space all affect how much a system can generate. We assess these before recommending a system.
Solar is most effective when you use electricity during daylight hours. Adding a battery can help you use more of what you generate.
Solar systems must be notified to, and in some cases approved by, the local electricity network operator. We explain what applies to your installation.
The installation is tested and commissioned before handover, and you receive the relevant electrical documentation.
What's involved
Tell us about your property, roof and electricity use.
We assess the roof, existing electrics, inverter location and cable routes.
A written proposal setting out the panels, inverter and electrical work included.
Scaffold access, panels fitted, inverter and protection installed and connected.
The system is tested and commissioned, and we explain how to monitor it.
Our work
Electrical installation and solar PV packages across a new-build residential development of approximately 100 plots.
FAQ
It depends on your roof, system size, electricity use and tariff, so we don't quote a fixed saving. We can explain the factors that affect your property during the survey.
Yes. A battery can be installed at the same time or added later, provided the system is compatible. See our battery storage page for more detail.
Many domestic roof-mounted systems fall under permitted development, but there are exceptions — for example listed buildings and conservation areas. Check with your local planning authority if you are unsure.
Start a conversation
From individual installations to larger developments, speak to AWH about your requirements.
