Based in Warrington, Cheshire, DOL Electrical is dedicated to offering a comprehensive and professional service that guides you seamlessly into the world of Renewable Energy. We blend top-notch products with a team of certified, experienced advisors and skilled solar panel installers, ensuring you receive a high-quality system that maximises energy generation and your investment returns.
Solar Panel Installations
Why us
As a DOL Electrical customer, you can be completely confident in our commitment to working alongside you towards a sustainable solar future.
DOL Electrical is a proud accredited member of both RECC (Renewable Energy Consumer Code) and MCS, giving you peace of mind that you’re in capable hands with our solar panel installation services. By choosing a fully accredited contractor like us, you ensure the highest standards of quality and consumer protection.
DOL Electrical Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, further ensuring our reliability and professionalism in the renewable energy sector.
The 4 Steps to Investing in a Solargen System
Step 1
Survey
In order for us to provide a quotation, one of our electrical engineers would need to conduct a survey on your roof. We need to see how many solar panels we can fit, and what your returns are likely to be. We take into account the size of the roof, the angle, the orientation, the location of the property, and also have a quick look at your existing electrics to see how the system can best be incorporated into your home.
Step 2
Quotation
We will then take these figures back to our office, and provide a written quotation by post or email, with a reliable estimate of your returns. There’s no pressure selling as we don’t employ commission based salesmen, and there are no hidden costs – what you see on the quote is what you pay. If you decide to make the important step towards a greener future and a reliable investment, you can then call us up and we will take care of everything from there.
Step 3
Installation
The actual solar panel installation takes no more than a day, with a half day either side for the erection/dismantling of the scaffolding. The work is non-intrusive, with the majority of works taking place on exterior of the building or in the loft, and so minimal disruption is caused.
Step 4
Aftercare
Once the solar panel installation is complete, Solargen will complete all the necessary paperwork for you to ensure that you receive your correct feed in tariff, so you can sit back and enjoy the benefits of your panels with no extra hassle. All our systems come with the Solargen guarantee, and our inverters have a 5 year warranty as standard. Additional warranties are also available for purchase.
Understanding Photovoltaics
Photovoltaic cells, the technology used in solar panels, capture the sun’s energy to generate electricity. The term “photovoltaics” directly translates to “light electricity,” illustrating its function. These cells have familiar applications in devices like calculators, emergency road signs, and even satellites orbiting Earth. At DOL Electrical, we harness this technology to provide your home with clean, sustainable power. Solar panels on your home absorb sunlight, converting it into direct current (DC). This DC is then transported to an inverter located, typically, in your loft, where it’s transformed into alternating current (AC) – the type of electricity used to power homes. This electricity flows to your mains circuit board, allowing it to power household appliances and potentially be fed back to the grid, earning you Feed-in Tariff (F.I.T.) returns.
FAQs
Do I need permission to install a solar panel system from anybody eg. electricity company, local council?
Only if you live in a listed building, or a conservation area.
How do I claim the FIT and is it guaranteed?
Once you have an install date you can contact your current supplier and ask them what their procedure is for signing up. All of the large suppliers have a ‘home generation’ sign up form which you will need to send back completed. It is part of our service at SOLARGEN to do this for you to make the transition easy and stress free.
Can I pass my rights to receive FITs payments to someone else?
Yes you can assign the rights to some one else . Please ask us for more details.
What if I sell my house?
When you sell your property. you can choose whether to pass ownership of the FIT to the new homeowner as a purchasing incentive, or you can continue to keep the FIT payments yourself. Figures from the Energy Savings Trust show that properties fitted with Solar PV sell faster and generally command a higher offer or asking price.
What happens in winter? Will my panels still work then?
Solar panels generate electricity from daybreak onwards, and continue to work even during the short winter days when it is over cast or raining.
Will my supply be any different eg dimmer lights?
You will notice no difference whatsoever, and all your appliances will work as normal.
