West Sussex Expert Solar Panel Installer
WHICH? Approved Solar Panel Installers & Green Energy Experts with 15,000+ Happy Customers.
Wanting to harness the sun’s energy and produce your own clean, green power in West Sussex? Look no further—The Little Green Energy Company has you covered. We have been designing and installing solar PV systems since 2010 and provide expert service, advice, and financing solutions.
We are passionate about providing cost-effective and efficient energy solutions to homes and businesses in West Sussex.
Why Choose Solar Energy In West Sussex?
In 2019, the West Sussex County Council pledged to achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. To achieve a carbon-neutral future, West Sussex residents can do their part by reducing their carbon footprint with solar panel systems for their homes and businesses.
Did you know that certain areas in West Sussex get up to 1,919 hours of sunshine a year? That’s an ample amount for solar panels! But what about all the rainy days? No problem! Your solar panels are still able to provide power during less-than-sunny conditions.
The area also enjoys a mild climate, which makes it ideal for solar PV systems as they stand a better chance against wear and tear. Even on cloudy days, your solar panels can generate sufficient electricity.
Benefits Of Solar PV Systems
Solar PV systems don’t just benefit the environment; they benefit you, too. Here are some of the advantages of installing solar panels in West Sussex:
- Good return on investment: If the initial installation costs give you pause, remember that solar panels are an investment that can be recouped in just five to 12 years.
- Reduced electricity bills: Rising energy bills are almost a certainty, but solar panel systems can help offset these price increases, saving you up to £340 a year.
- Lowered carbon footprint: Opting for renewable energy decreases your reliance on fossil fuels—a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions.
- Potential round-the-clock power: By installing a battery storage system with your solar panels, you can have an electricity supply long after the sun sets and lower your energy bills even further.
- Increased property value: Solar panel systems can increase property value in the UK by up to 4% and 14%.
- Extra money from surplus electricity: Apart from saving on your energy bills, you can actually earn money on your own electricity. Any surplus electricity can be sold back into the grid via the Smart Export Guarantee.
- Protection during power outages: Properties with solar panels and storage systems have the added benefit of being unaffected by power outages, which are becoming more and more frequent in the UK due to the decommissioning of nuclear power plants.
Our Solar Panel Installation Services In West Sussex
At TLGEC, we offer a variety of services to ensure an efficient and seamless installation process from start to finish.
Choosing your solar panels
When it comes to selecting your solar panel systems, we offer expert advice on choosing the one best suited to your needs. Our SunPower solar panels offer the perfect balance of high quality, maximum output and cost-effectiveness. Plus, these panels are 100x better than conventional ones, providing our customers with complete peace of mind.
Solar PV installation
Our award-winning team of experts are your go-to solar panel installers for your home or business in West Sussex. With over 15,000 solar PV system installations under our belt, we’ve earned over 250 five-star reviews on Which?, Facebook, Checkatrade, and Google thanks to our many happy customers.
Solar finance
Worried about the costs involved with going solar? That’s where our partnership with Hometree Finance comes in. Available to homeowners in Wales and England, our Hometree Solar Plan makes it affordable and easy to start harnessing the sun’s energy. From installations to monitoring and maintaining your panels, you can benefit from a solar system without the hefty upfront costs.
Battery storage
To ensure you get the most out of your panels, we also install solar battery storage. And not just any battery—the Tesla Powerwall, the number one storage solution.
Solar solutions for business
TLGEC provides commercial solar solutions for businesses of all sizes. With us, your business can easily meet its energy goals while maintaining clean, green solar power.
Why Choose The Little Green Energy Company?
At TLGEC, we do so much more than just install solar panels. For the last 14 years, we have worked tirelessly to help homes and businesses towards a greener future. It’s this dedication that has led us to become the top solar panel installer in West Sussex.
We understand that every customer and installation is unique and take great care in providing solar panels, installations, financing, and maintenance options that suit your needs and budget.
- Reliability: Don’t just take our word for it; you can read the hundreds of glowing reviews from customers, manufacturers, and Which?.
- Value for money: TLGEC ensures that every pound you spend pays off in the long run. We view renewable energy as an investment for our customers and offer competitive prices for our services and hardware.
- Transparency: Request a free, no-obligation survey, and we’ll conduct a thorough assessment of your solar needs. We do our best to understand the individual requirements of our customers to provide accurate and transparent pricing.
- Expert team: Our team uses only the best solar technology and techniques on the market, which is one of the many reasons why we’re an award-winning solar panel installer in Kent, Surrey, and Sussex.
- Notable partnerships: We have partnered with some incredible companies, like SunPower, SolarEdge, and Hometree, to ensure you get the best solar solutions possible.
Your Solar Journey In West Sussex Starts Today
Ready to start saving money and lowering your carbon emissions? Contact us today if you’re looking for a reliable solar panel installer with excellent customer service and cutting-edge solar solutions.
Request a free survey to get started on your renewable energy journey.
West Sussex Solar PV Case Studies
We have installed lots of solar panel systems for customers across West Sussex. Each system provides customers with enough green energy to make a significant reduction in their energy bills and carbon footprint. We help our customers to achieve the best possible power output, based on their property. This is why we have 250+ 5-stars reviews on WHICH?, Google, Facebook, and Checkatrade. We are proud to be the top solar panel installers in West Sussex.
Mr D Smith, West Sussex
We recently installed this 14 Panel Solar PV System for Mr H in West Sussex. This was a nice easy installation. The only tricky part was that the scaffolding had to span a conservatory. Mr H was thrilled with the results of his solar panel installation in his West Sussex home.
Location: West Sussex
Solar System Size: 4.13 kWp
Solar Panels Installed: Trina Black 295W (x14)
Solar Panel Inverter: SolarEdge 3.68
Solar Energy Generation: 4,319 kWh p/a
Carbon Offset: 2,285 Kg/CO2/Yr
Mr W, West Sussex
We recently installed a Solar PV System for Mr W from West Sussex. This installation was over two sides of the roof with panels in landscape.
Location: West Sussex.
Solar System Size: 5.70 kWp
Solar Panels Installed: 17X Sunpower 335
Solar Panel Inverter: SolarEdge 3.68
Solar Energy Generation: 5,436 kWh p/a
Carbon Offset: 2,876 Kg/CO2/Yr
Mr S, West Sussex
We recently installed this Solar PV System for Ms S in West Sussex. Ms West is pleased with her new green energy system, and has been happy with the amount of clean electricity her West Sussex solar pv system can generate.
Location: West Sussex.
Solar System Size: 4.13 kWp
Solar Panels Installed: 8 x 360W Sunpower
Solar Panel Inverter: SolarEdge
Solar Energy Generation: 2,822 kWh p/a
Carbon Offset: 1,493 Kg/CO2/Yr
Benefits of Installing Solar Panels
Every year the sun produces 8,000 times more energy than we consume globally, ready to use whenever we need it, so why not make the most of this free supply?
As the UK makes permanent moves away from fossil fuels, power outages are likely to become more frequent as our grid struggles under the pressure. If you have solar panels, you are far less likely to be affected, and those with solar and Tesla Powerwall will enjoy seamless backup during outages. Beyond creating a future-proof sustainable energy source, rooftop solar panels have some impressive benefits that should be taken into consideration.
We have installed many solar panel systems in West Sussex. Here are some of benefits are customers are enjoying.
You can reduce your carbon footprint and impact on the environment.
In a world where reducing our personal carbon footprints is becoming a necessity, solar panels are the answer. As solar panels generate green, renewable energy, there are no harmful pollutants released into the earth’s atmosphere. You will play a direct part in protecting the future of our planet. This is the most rewarding benefit echoed by almost all our customers.
You can make money from your solar power and sell the surplus electricity.
Any electricity you don’t use will be sold back to the grid to be used by an energy supplier. Therefore, there is no wastage, and you can earn money from the unused electricity you produce, making the overall system more efficient.
You can cut your electricity bills.
Sunlight is free. After paying for the initial installation, your roof-mounted solar panels will generate all the electricity you need, and more. Your electricity costs will be significantly reduced.
You can protect yourself from rising energy bills.
By going solar, you are saving money on rising electricity bills from day one.
You can future-proof your home now before prices rise
With the UK moving away from fossil fuels, you’re going to be happy to have swapped over to solar energy sooner, rather than later.
You can increase the value of your property.
Solar panels actually increase the value of your home and may make the home more attractive to potential buyers. Green energy solutions are now seen as very desirable as home buyers become more eco-conscious.
Choosing Solar Make's Sense
Converting to solar energy is not only good for you and your wallet in the long term, but you are actively helping fight climate change and are protecting the environment. While installing solar panels on your roof may seem like the more expensive option upfront, the costs are quickly mitigated by the savings and money made from your solar panels. If you are looking to have solar panels installed in West Sussex and the surrounding areas, do not hesitate to contact us. We are more than happy to speak with you to discuss your unique situation, and to find the best solar solution for you. Our West Sussex solar panels are designed and built for you, your home, and your specific energy requirements.
Contact UsTLGEC Solar Energy Accreditations and Awards
We are a Which? Trusted Trader Approved business. Our solar panel installations team adhere to the highest standards of workmanship and customer service.
We were the first certified Tesla Powerwall installer in the UK. We have be trained by Tesla to install solar battery storage products into residential homes.
We are a Checkatrade approved supplier with 100+ 10/10 reviews.
When undertaking a home renewable energy project that will revolutionise the way you live your life, it is important to work with someone you can trust. Here at The Little Green Energy Company, we’ve built our reputation through helping people take control of their power by using the most efficient technologies on the market.
TLGEC are a 5* Which? Trusted Trader and Certified Partners for the industries leading manufacturers of solar PV systems, battery storage and EV chargers. We are licensed partners with the most cutting edge solar PV companies on the market, and work closely with SunPower, SolarEdge, Tesla and Myenergi to provide you with the best solar solutions.
As professional solar panel fitters, we can install any type of solar panel solution to your home in West Sussex. Whether you are looking for rooftop solar panels, or solar panel battery storage, we have you covered. Rest assured we will be able to advise you on the best solution to meet your individual needs.
We are proud to have been awarded Small Scale Solar PV Installation of the Year in 2020. This award recognises the efforts we have made in delivering a small-scale energy saving project while maintaining the excellent customer service we are known for, as well as recognising the high standard of quality workmanship demonstrated throughout the project.
We were also featured in the Guardian, in an article outlining how solar panels can help reduce your energy bills, as well as a Kent Online article detailing our 10th anniversary and our exponential growth as a company.
Our Solar Panels of choice: SunPower
As one of the world’s most innovative and sustainable energy companies, SunPower provides a diverse group of customers with some of the best solar panels in the world.
Residential customers, businesses, governments, schools, and utilities around the globe rely on SunPower’s more than 30 years of proven experience. From the first flip of the switch, SunPower delivers maximum value and superb performance throughout the long life of every solar system.
Read our guide to choosing the right solar photovoltaic panels for your property in West Sussex, or get in touch with our team, who’d be happy to answer any questions you have about installing solar PV.
Solar Panel (PV) FAQs
To ensure you have all the information you require at your fingertips, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions. If you still have a question then feel free to reach out and get in touch. Our team is extremely knowledgeable and here to help.
How do solar panels work?
When the sun shines onto a solar panel, energy from the sunlight is absorbed by the PV cells in the panel. This energy creates electrical charges that move in response to an internal electrical field in the cell, causing electricity to flow.
Do solar panels work in winter?
A common myth is that solar panels do not work during winter, but on the contrary, the cold temperature will typically improve solar panel output. The white snow can also reflect light and help improve PV performance. Winter will only hurt solar production if the panels are covered with snow.
How many solar panels are needed to power a typical house?
It’s estimated that the average one-bedroom house needs six solar panels, while a three-bedroom house needs ten. The number of solar panels you will need to power your home depends on the size of your property.
Do solar panels work in the rain?
Solar panels will still work even when light is reflected or blocked by clouds. Rain actually helps keep your panels operational by washing away any dust or dirt that may obstruct the PV cells.
Can you run a house on solar power alone in the UK?
Yes, you can power your entire home using solar energy, even in the winter.
How long do solar panels last?
The industry lifespan of a typical solar panel is 25 years. However, we use the SunPower panels which have a 40-year warranty, giving you that extra peace of mind.
Do I need planning permission to install solar panels?
You need to apply for planning permission only if your solar panels will protrude more than 20cm from the external surface of the wall or roof slope. If you want to place solar panels in your garden, then you will most certainly require planning permission. We can discuss solar panels and planning permission with you regarding your unique case.
How much do solar panels cost?
The price of your solar panels will depend on multiple factors such as the size of your home, how much you want to rely on solar energy, and what you are using the solar panels for. For a more detailed price breakdown, do not hesitate to get in touch with us.
How long will I have to wait for my installation?
Solar panels have grown in popularity, and the manufacturing process is technical. This means that you will have to order your solar panels 9-12 months in advance to the installation, as there is a considerable waitlist. However, as solar panels are an investment in your future, this is a worthwhile wait.
How long does solar panel installation take?
Solar panel installation can take up to two days. A considerable amount of time is spent on constructing scaffolding for the panels, so if you do not require scaffolding, the installation will take less time.
Have I missed out on the Feed In Tariff?
The Feed In Tariff closed in March of 2019, so if you have your solar panels installed now, you will have missed the cut off.
How can I make the solar PV system less visible?
Manufacturers have started offering panels with black frames to make the solar panels less conspicuous and obvious when on your roof.
Do I need bird protection?
You might need to bird-proof your solar panels to protect them from pigeons and other birds nesting underneath them. Birds can damage the wires beneath the panels, so we recommend having a bird-proof wire mesh installed around your panels. This is something we can discuss with you.
If I get an electric car, can I charge it from my solar panels?
