Domestic Solar PV Quotes 2022 - No PM requests - See Mod note post #1

A long story..

But i was quoted about 1500 euro plus vat for fitting of a 6kw system with battery, which frankly affirms my belief that electricians get money for jam

310watt panels Jesus thats darkages stuff.

God help anyone who is suckerd into that.

I’m struggling in Cork to get a quote that comes anywhere near the standard suggested here, can anyone DM a recommendation please? Also what’s the situation with installing panels over attic vents? I know it’s against SEAI regulations, but is it dangerous?

NOTE TO NEWBIES

IMO, If looking for about 3kWp, then go the SaaS (Solar as a Service) and maybe buy it out. You can add batteries via a separate Storage Inverter like the Sofar ME3000.

The guideline of €1k per 1kWp appears to be found moreso with large 5kWp and bigger systems.

Get quotes without battery storage. Like SaaS, you can add battery storage later if it's bumping up the price stupidly

It's somewhat pointless posting details of outrageous quotes here too. Maybe just look for a DM

Well guys , decided to go for it 👍👍 thanks for all your help with everything and more..install March/April 🤞

Will fill you in when completed and I'll add details to the excel tracker.

Went for :

8.2 kw array - Jinko 350w Ntype (24 off)

6kw solis hybrid invertor

10kw puredrive battery

Eddi hot water

Zappi I'm installing myself (not inc in install)

May the sun shine ☀️☀️

Hi, I received this quote recently, but not sure if I'm getting a good deal. Includes installation and all the usual warrantees etc.Can someone advise please:

This is for a 7.02kw system:

18 Jinko 390W panels

Battery: 5.0 KW Huawei Luna2000-5-S0

Inverter:SUN2000-6KTL-L1 (Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd.)

My energy Eddi diverter

Price 15,750 before grant or 12,750 after grant

I got a few quotes for similar system specs, (e.g. 7.2kw panels, 6kw Hybrid Inverter, 5kw battery). Three quotes were between €10,100 and €10,575 after grant.

They include a diverter for hot water worth approx 600-700 euro over your system quotes. Do you think they should be shaving another 2k off my quotes or push for extra panels to be included?

Any advice on solar optimizers anyone?

I'm told in quotes that a solar optimizer on each side of the roof prevents shading issue. My gripe with this is if i have say 10 panels on west side of roof each generating say 200w of electricity each. Then if my chimney partially shades one of my panels by 50%, so it is only generating 100w of electricity, that means every other panel in array operating off that optimizer can then only generate 100w of energy each while the shaded panel remains shaded. Does it not therefore make more sense to add individual optimizers to each panel so they can generate independently? Even a single small stubborn cloud can cause enough shading cause a significant reduction in generation to a solar array

I've been quoted anything between 20-60 euro for optimizers, with one installer stating they would possibly include the optimizers for free on a larger 7kw system.

Any advice on optimizers/mini inverters please

Yeah my quotes were without the water diverter. However that should only be 400-500 extra. Yes I think 2k over priced.

The ones I happen to purchase Jinko 350w

Efficiency 20.1

30 year efficiency

25 year manufacturers warranty

Very easy. Just run it into it's own MCB. Current regulations now state that it should hang off an AC disconnect. You might need CT Clamps too, but these are simple two wire connections