Generate
Solar panels generate electricity from daylight. The inverter converts it into electricity that the property can use.
MCS-certified solar installation
Solar panels and battery storage in Poole and Bournemouth
Professionally installed solar panel and battery storage systems for homes and businesses.
MCS certified
Solar installation
NICEIC registered
Domestic Installer
Professionally qualified
EAL and City & Guilds
Fully insured
£2m public liability
Solar and battery options
Solar panels, battery storage or both?
Solar panel installation
Generate electricity at your property
Solar photovoltaic panels convert daylight into electricity. An inverter converts that electricity into a form that can be used at the property.
The appropriate installation depends on the property, the available space and how much sunlight reaches the proposed panel location. Electricity use and the existing electrical installation also need to be considered before a system is proposed.
Only Electrical installs solar panel systems for homes and businesses. The proposed panels, inverter and installation work are detailed in a written quotation before work begins.
Request a solar quotationSolar panel manufacturers
Solar panels from established manufacturersTrina Solar · Jinko Solar · JA Solar
Battery storage installation
Store electricity for use at another time
Battery storage can hold electricity generated by solar panels for use when solar generation is lower or has stopped.
A battery can be considered with a new solar installation or discussed as a separate requirement. The property, intended use and required capacity need to be considered before equipment is proposed.
Battery systems do not all operate in the same way, and backup power during a power cut should not be assumed. If backup power is important, include this when explaining your requirements.
Request a battery quotationBattery and inverter equipment
Fox ESS and SolaXBattery storage equipment for domestic and commercial installations.
Solar and battery together
How a combined system works
In a typical combined system, the property can use the electricity generated by its solar panels first. Surplus generation can then charge the battery for later use.
Use
Electricity generated by the panels can be used while it is available, reducing the amount taken from the grid at that time.
Store
Electricity not used immediately can be stored in the battery for later. Further surplus may be exported to the grid, depending on the system and export arrangements.
The balance between using, storing and exporting electricity depends on the system design, the amount being generated and how electricity is used at the property.
Planning an installation
What the quotation visit covers
A free visit provides an opportunity to discuss what you want from the installation and consider how a suitable system could work at the property.
This includes whether you are considering solar panels, battery storage or both, along with how electricity is currently used and what you would like the system to do.
The proposed panel location, available installation space and existing electrical installation can then be considered before equipment and work are quoted.
Arrange a quotation visitWritten quotation
Review what is included before decidingThe proposed equipment and installation work will be set out in writing, giving you a clear basis on which to decide whether to proceed.
Solar and battery questions
What to consider before requesting a quotation
Do solar panels work on cloudy days?
Yes. Solar photovoltaic panels use daylight and do not require constant direct sunlight. The amount of electricity generated varies with the available light and the proposed panel location.
What affects whether solar panels are suitable?
Available installation space, orientation, shading and the condition of the proposed location all need to be considered. The existing electrical installation and how electricity is used at the property are also relevant when proposing a system.
Can battery storage be discussed without new solar panels?
Yes. You can enquire about battery storage as a separate requirement. The property and existing electrical installation will need to be considered before suitable equipment can be proposed.
Will battery storage provide power during a power cut?
Not every battery installation provides backup power. If this is important to you, mention it when making your enquiry so it can be considered when discussing the proposed system.
Do you install systems for homes and businesses?
Yes. Only Electrical installs solar panel and battery storage systems for domestic and commercial properties within its service area.
Is Only Electrical MCS certified?
Yes. Only Electrical is MCS certified for solar installation and is also registered with NICEIC as a Domestic Installer.
Areas covered
Solar and battery installation around Poole and Bournemouth
Based in Poole, Only Electrical works with homes and businesses within a 25-mile radius.
Contact Only Electrical
Discuss a solar or battery installation
Send your postcode and a brief outline of whether you are considering solar panels, battery storage or both.