Solar panel costs in Northern Ireland are influenced by several factors, primarily your electricity bills. Whether you are a domestic, commercial, or agricultural customer, we begin by examining your electricity costs to appropriately size your system.
Other considerations include your current grid connection (if you do not have one, you can explore our off-grid information here) and any additional features you wish to include, such as home battery storage or a zappi car charger.
Domestic solar panel costs Northern Ireland
For domestic customers, we offer three main packages based on your electricity bill. These packages provide a general guide, but our surveyor will always visit your home to assess your needs and provide an exact price.
Small package
For any homes that spend less than £70 on electricity per month, we recommend;
· 4-5kw of panels
· 3.68kw string inverter (Upgrade to Solaredge Optimized inverter for +£750)
· No battery
The cost of this system would range from £4,500- £5,500.
Medium Package
For any home that spend between £70-£110 on electricity per month, we recommend;
· 5-6kw of panels
· 3.68kw hybrid inverter
· 5kw Duracell Energy Home Battery module for storing your own solar power and charging from the grid “Off-Peak”
The cost of this system would range from £7,000-£8,000.
Large Package
For any home that spends more than £110 on electricity per month, we recommend;
· 6-7kw of panels
· 3.68kw hybrid inverter
· 5-10kw home battery storage for storing your own solar power and charging from the grid “Off-Peak”
· Batteries are modular, meaning you can add further batteries depending on your needs.
The cost of this system would range from £9,500-13,500.
All packages include; all black mono panels with 25 years performance warranty, installation, cables, meters and mounting kit. Inclusive of the price, Solarfix completes your application to NIE, Building Control, MCS and Power NI. Additionally, we provide a 2-year workmanship warranty into your package for your peace of mind.
As part of a renewable incentive, domestic solar systems are now 0% VAT.
There's never been a better time to install solar on your home!
Domestic add-on costs
You can easily add on products to your solar panel system to utilize the power you generate.
For electric vehicle owners, the My Energi Zappi Car Charger is a excellent addition. This solar-compatible charger offers three modes: charging from the grid only, solar only, or a combination of both.
The Zappi Car Charger is versatile, available in black or white to match your home's aesthetic and comes in either tethered or untethered options to suit your vehicle's needs.
You can add the Zappi Car Charger to your solar system for £1150 ex VAT.
If your home has a water tank and a functioning immersion heater, you can add on the My Energi Eddi immersion heater controller. This smart immersion heater control directs any excess solar energy, which would otherwise be sent to the grid, into your hot water tank. Typically, from March to September, you can enjoy a full tank of hot water without using your oil. Yes, solar panels in Northern Ireland can achieve that!
The My Energi Eddi immersion heater controller is £600 to add onto your order and will provide savings year after year on your unpredictable oil bills.
Now that you know the range of cost for a solar system, get in touch to book your complimentary survey with one of our representatives. They will go through everything with you, in person and give you an exact price on the day.
Commercial solar panel costs Northern Ireland
The costs of commercial solar systems can vary significantly. Our initial step involves analysing the size of your electricity bills, as the energy needs of a small coffee shop differ greatly from those of a large manufacturing facility.
For most small companies with a single-phase connection (if you are unsure about your grid connection type, you can send us a photo of your meter for verification), the pricing will generally align with domestic rates. However, businesses with three-phase connections require a more detailed analysis of their electricity bills, transformer capacities, and energy usage to determine the appropriate system size and corresponding cost.
At Solarfix, we prioritize recommending what you truly need to maximize your return on investment. This sometimes means not covering your entire roof with solar panels; we only supersize your system if your energy consumption justifies it. With Solarfix, you receive honest and reliable advice designed to save your company both money and carbon emissions. Additionally, with a typical payback period of 3-5 years, the benefits of adopting solar energy are manifold.
Commercial solar is charged at 20% VAT.
Commercial add-ons
My Energi Zappi car charger
The My Energi Zappi Car Charger is a great addition for any business looking to offer their employees or customers an electric charging port. This solar-compatible charger offers three modes: charging from the grid only, solar only, or a combination of both.
The Zappi Car Charger is versatile, available in black or white to match your company’s aesthetic and comes in either tethered or untethered options to suit your vehicle's needs. The Zappi Car Charger is available in both single-phase and three-phase options, ensuring compatibility with any grid connection. This allows you to offer this convenient charging solution to your employees or customers.
The three-phase My Energi Zappi Car Charger is £1500 + 20% VAT.
Batteries
Due to most companies being open within the hours of daylight only, batteries aren’t always a necessity for commercial systems. We will advise on your company’s necessity for battery storage during initial discussions.
My Energi Eddi Immersion Heater Controller
If your company has a water tank and a functioning immersion heater, you can add on the My Energi Eddi immersion heater controller. This smart immersion heater control directs any excess solar energy, which would otherwise be sent to the grid, into your hot water tank. Typically, from March to September, you can enjoy a full tank of hot water without using your oil. Yes, solar panels in Northern Ireland can achieve that!
The My Energi Eddi immersion heater controller can be added to your order for £600 +20% VAT, providing annual savings on your fluctuating oil bills.
Solar panel grants northern ireland
Currently, there are no options for obtaining free solar panels in Northern Ireland, as the ROCs scheme that offered this ended in 2017. However, the end of this scheme brings several benefits. Solar panels are now fully owned by the home or business owner, meaning all export payments (if applicable) go directly to you. Additionally, you retain complete control over your roof, system, and payback.
As mentioned earlier, domestic solar systems now benefit from 0% VAT, providing significant savings for homeowners.
For commercial customers, there are often various types of solar panel grants are in Northern Ireland. Currently, Invest NI has an open grant, and more information can be found here. We can guide you through the process and handle all necessary paperwork.
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