Solar PV Systems
Harness the free, renewable power of the sun and save money on your energy bills with a high-performance solar photovoltaic (PV) system installed by NW Renewables. We are the North West’s go-to team for quality solar panel installations tailored to your home or business.
Why Choose NW RENEWABLES
- A Complete Solar Solution
- Industry Accredited Installers
- Based in the North West
- Over 15 years experience
- Save Energy
How Do Solar PV Systems Work?
Solar PV panels are made up of many individual solar cells containing photovoltaic material. When this material is exposed to sunlight, it creates an electrical current through the photovoltaic effect. The panels absorb the sun’s energy and convert it into Direct Current (DC) electricity.
An inverter unit is connected to the solar panels to convert this DC power into usable Alternating Current (AC) electricity for your property. The inverter-converted AC electricity is then fed into your home’s electrical circuits to be used for powering lights, appliances, heating systems, and more.
Any excess solar electricity your panels produce is exported to the national grid. You may be eligible for payments from your utility company through schemes like the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) for this surplus energy.
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The Benefits of Solar PV Systems
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Renewable Energy Source
Solar panels generate completely renewable electricity simply from the sun's rays, a free and abundant energy source. This makes solar PV a clean, green alternative to fossil fuel energy.
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Low Maintenance
Solar panels have no moving parts and require very little maintenance beyond occasional cleaning to keep producing at peak levels for 25+ years.
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Increase Property Value
Installing solar PV panels is viewed as a major home upgrade that makes properties more valuable and desirable. Buyers are willing to pay more for homes with existing solar arrays.
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Save on Energy Bills
A solar panel system allows you to produce your own electricity rather than relying solely on energy purchased from suppliers. This significantly reduces your monthly energy costs.

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The UK government offers several incentives and grants to support the adoption of renewable energy systems like solar panels and air source heat pumps. Homeowners may be eligible for schemes like the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) which provides quarterly cash payments over seven years to offset installation costs.
Frequently Asked Questions
At NW Renewables, we take a comprehensive approach to design and install high-quality solar PV systems tailored to each customer’s unique property and energy needs. Our expert solar team conducts detailed site surveys to calculate optimal positioning, shading analysis, system size recommendations and project costs.
The savings from a solar PV system vary based on your home's energy usage, the system size installed, orientation of your roof, and several other factors. However, most NW Renewables customers save 50-70% annually on electricity bills after going solar. We provide tailored savings estimates during the free assessment.
With proper installation and conditions, solar PV panels can keep generating renewable electricity for 25-30 years. The inverter component may need replacing once during this lifespan, but the solar panels themselves are extremely durable and low maintenance.
Yes, solar panels work by converting sunlight to electricity, not heat. They don't need direct sunlight to generate power. Even on cloudy days or during rain, your solar system will still produce renewable energy, just at a lower level than a bright sunny day.
The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) is a government scheme where energy suppliers are required to pay homeowners for any surplus renewable electricity exported back to the grid from solar panels. The rates vary but provide a tax-free income stream from your system.
Absolutely. Many NW Renewables customers choose to start with a standard solar PV system, with the ability to add battery storage down the road. Battery systems allow you to store excess solar energy for use at night rather than exporting it to the grid.