09/11/2022
Investing in solar panels can be daunting if you're not familiar with the lingo - there is a wide range of solar-specific definitions, energy is measured in all sorts of ways, and don't get us started on the wacky panel names.
Solar panel output can also come under this bracket of daunting jargon, but we're here to make it easier for you.
A solar panel's power output is measured in kilowatts (kW). A three-bedroom house will typically need a 3.5 kilowatts peak (kWp) system in order to fully power the house during daylight hours.
This system size is based on the amount of sunlight that hits the UK each year, as well as the average household’s electricity usage. The average home uses around 3300 kWh of electricity per year, but this can vary depending on factors such as how many people live in the house, what appliances you have, and how energy efficient your home is.
For example, a household with four people that has a lot of energy-hungry appliances (such as an electric oven and multiple televisions) is likely to use more electricity than a household of two people with more efficient appliances.
The number of solar panels you'll need will also depend on the type of solar panel you choose. Mono-crystalline solar panels are larger and more powerful than their polycrystalline counterparts, so you'll need fewer mono solar panels to generate the same amount of power.
Most homes will install several solar panels, known as a solar panel system. A typical 3-4 bedroom house will require a 3-4kWp solar panel system, typically composed of 12-16 solar panels.
However, this will vary depending on the type and size of solar panel you choose. If you're not sure how many solar panels you need for your home, our team of experts can help you calculate this based on your specific circumstances.
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