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Solar PV Installation

Solar Panel Installation in Fleet

MCS-certified solar panel installers covering Fleet. Free roof surveys, system design, battery storage, and Smart Export Guarantee registration.
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Solar PV Installation in Fleet

Solar PV Installer In Fleet

System Sizes and What They Cost

We design solar PV systems to match your roof space, your electricity usage, and your budget. The three most common domestic system sizes are:

  • 3kW system (8 panels) Suits smaller homes or limited roof space. Generates approximately 2,400–2,800 kWh per year. Covers 50–60% of typical household consumption.
  • 4kW system (10–11 panels) The most popular size for 3–4 bedroom homes. Generates 3,200–3,800 kWh per year. The sweet spot between cost and output for most families.
  • 6kW+ system (15+ panels) For larger homes, households with high electricity usage, or those adding an EV charger or heat pump. Generates 4,800+ kWh per year.

See our pricing page for current system costs. We give fixed quotes after the free roof survey – no estimates, no hidden extras.

Battery Storage

Without a battery, surplus solar electricity is exported to the grid at a low rate – typically 4–6p per kWh under the Smart Export Guarantee. A battery stores that surplus so you can use it in the evening when you would otherwise buy electricity from the grid at 24–30p per kWh. This increases your self-consumption from a typical 30–40% to 60–80%, which dramatically improves the financial return on your solar investment.

We install three battery brands:

  • GivEnergy The most popular choice for UK homes. Excellent app, modular capacity (add more batteries later), and strong warranty. Our most recommended option.
  • Tesla Powerwall Premium brand with a large 13.5kWh capacity. Sleek wall-mounted design. Good for larger households with high evening consumption.
  • Fox ESS Competitive pricing with solid performance. A good option for budget-conscious installations where value matters most.

Solar and EV Charging in Fleet

If you have an electric vehicle or are considering one, solar and EV charging make an excellent combination. A Zappi charger can automatically divert surplus solar generation to charge your car during the day – free electricity from your roof rather than buying it from the grid at 24–30p per kWh. For a home with a 4kW solar system and a car on the driveway during the day, you could get 2,000–3,000 free miles per year from your roof.

We are both MCS certified for solar and OZEV approved for EV chargers, so we can design and install both as a single project in Fleet. This is more cost-effective than separate installations and ensures the systems work together seamlessly.

How Solar Installation Works in Fleet

The process from enquiry to generating electricity typically takes 4–6 weeks. Fleet is 5 minutes from our Church Crookham base.

  1. 1 Free roof survey We visit your property to assess the roof orientation, pitch angle, shading, structural condition, and available space. We also check your consumer unit and discuss your electricity usage. This takes about 45 minutes.
  2. 2 System design and quote We design a system to match your roof and your usage, and provide a fixed quote covering panels, inverter, battery (if required), installation, and all certification. We include an estimated annual generation figure and payback calculation.
  3. 3 Installation A typical domestic installation takes 1–2 days. Day one: scaffolding, roof mounting system, and panel installation. Day two: inverter, battery, electrical connections, and commissioning. We handle all the electrical work in-house – we do not subcontract.
  4. 4 Grid connection and SEG We handle the DNO (Distribution Network Operator) notification, connect the system to the grid, and help you register for the Smart Export Guarantee so you get paid for surplus electricity you export.
  5. 5 Certification We issue the MCS certificate (required for SEG eligibility), the Electrical Installation Certificate, and the EPC notification. All paperwork handled.

Why Choose Downlight Electrical for Solar in Fleet

  • MCS Certified Required for your installation to qualify for the Smart Export Guarantee. Our MCS certification means the installation meets quality standards and has been carried out by an accredited installer.
  • NICEIC Registered All electrical work certified to BS 7671 and registered with Building Control.
  • We do the electrical work ourselves Unlike many solar companies that subcontract the electrical connections to whoever is available, we are qualified electricians who handle every aspect of the installation in-house.
  • Local company Based in Church Crookham, Fleet. We are here for warranty support, maintenance, and any future additions to your system. We are not a national company that might not exist in five years.
  • Transparent pricing Fixed quotes after the free roof survey. No estimates, no hidden extras, no high-pressure sales. See our pricing page for guide prices.

Local knowledge: Fleet

Is Your Fleet Home Suitable for Solar?

We are based in Church Crookham, Fleet, which makes Fleet the quickest and easiest place for us to install solar panels. Fleet gets an average of 1,300 hours of sunshine per year – enough to make solar a worthwhile investment for most properties with a south, east, or west-facing roof.

Elvetham Heath and Edenbrook

The modern developments at Elvetham Heath and Edenbrook have a mix of roof orientations. Many properties have south or south-west facing rear roof sections that are ideal for solar PV. The modern construction means the roof structures are well suited to mounting systems, and the consumer units have capacity for a solar circuit. These estates are also where we install the most EV chargers – combining solar with a Zappi charger is increasingly popular here.

1970s–80s Estates (Velmead, Ancells, Calthorpe Road)

The 1970s–80s housing across Velmead, Ancells, and around Calthorpe Road often has south-facing rear roof sections at 30–40 degrees – close to the ideal pitch for solar PV in Hampshire. These concrete-tiled roofs are straightforward to install on. The consumer units may need upgrading to accommodate a solar circuit, which we include in the quote if needed.

Town Centre and Older Properties

The Victorian and Edwardian properties around the town centre can accommodate solar panels, though the roof structures, slate tiles, and listed building considerations need careful assessment. We evaluate everything at the free roof survey and will tell you honestly whether your property is suitable.

FAQs

Questions about Fleet

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How quickly can you carry out a solar survey in Fleet?
We can usually arrange a free roof survey within a few days, since Fleet is right next to our Church Crookham base. Installation is typically booked in within a few weeks of your go-ahead.
Are the south-facing roofs on Elvetham Heath and Edenbrook good for solar?
Yes, this is one of the strongest areas for solar in Fleet – the 1990s–2000s roof pitches and orientations on these estates suit panel arrays well, and we regularly install here.
What about the older 1970s–80s properties around Velmead and Ancells?
These can work well too, though roof condition and any existing loft insulation or aerial fittings are checked at survey, along with whether the consumer unit needs upgrading to accommodate the inverter.
Can I add battery storage to a Fleet solar installation?
Yes, we install GivEnergy, Tesla Powerwall, and Fox ESS batteries alongside solar panels, which lets you store daytime generation to use in the evening rather than exporting it to the grid.
Do you handle Smart Export Guarantee registration for Fleet customers?
Yes, as an MCS certified installer we handle the full SEG registration process so you're set up to be paid for any electricity you export back to the grid.
Can I combine solar panels with an EV charger in Fleet?
Yes, a Zappi charger paired with solar is a popular combination in Fleet, automatically using surplus solar generation to charge your car rather than exporting it.
Do period properties near Fleet town centre suit solar panels?
In most cases yes, though roof structure and orientation vary more on older properties, so we assess this carefully at the free survey before recommending a system size.
How is a solar quote priced for Fleet properties?
You receive a fixed, written quote after the free roof survey, covering the panels, inverter, any battery storage, installation, and MCS certification – no hidden extras.

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Areas we cover

Across Surrey, Hampshire & Berkshire

Based in Church Crookham, Fleet, we can reach most of our coverage area quickly:

Downlight Electrical16 Northfield Road, Church Crookham, Fleet, Hampshire, GU52 6ED

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