What about that for a sunny few weekends, right?! If you’re anything like us, you spent the Bank Holiday weekends de-cluttering, sprucing up your outside areas and envisioning the lazy summer evenings that are just around the corner. As summer approaches, it’s the perfect time to consider how your home uses – and produces – energy, especially in the current climate where we are all just keeping an ever-so-slightly more watchful eye on household expenditure. At Carter Renewables, we’re here to help you harness the power of the sun to create a more sustainable and cost-effective living environment, helping you enjoy summer even more than usual.

So, why Choose Solar This Summer?

To maximise your energy efficiency of course! Summer’s extended daylight hours mean your solar panels can capture more sunlight, generating ample electricity to power your home. This increased efficiency can lead to significant savings on your energy bills. It goes without saying that it’s the perfect time to get a solar PV system installed, and it’s definitely the time of year our team enjoys installations the most, especially when the weather is this good.

One of our recent jobs, featuring a cut-out solar PV design around a dormer.

Stay Cool Without the High Costs: While we can only dream in the UK of the kinds of temperatures that would require 24/7 air conditioning, we are often blessed with a few days each year (fingers crossed!) where we would love an air con unit in our home office, or business unit. However, solar energy allows you to operate cooling systems such as air source heat pumps (yes, they can cool air too!) more affordably on those scorching days, reducing your reliance on the grid and lowering your electricity expenses. And better still, you won’t need to be part of that annual mad dash to clear the fans off B&Q’s shelves.

Reduce Your Carbon Footprint: By switching to solar, you’re immediately making an informed choice to own a clean, renewable energy source that decreases greenhouse gas emissions. It’s a proactive and responsible step toward combating climate change and promoting environmental sustainability. 

Enhance Property Value: It goes without saying that homes equipped with solar energy systems are often more attractive to buyers these days, potentially increasing your property’s market value and appeal. Thinking about getting your house on the market? Invest in some solar panels, add some £££ to the price tag and attract the right sort of buyer who you know will continue to make eco-conscious improvements to your current home.

Achieve Energy Independence: Solar panels, especially when paired with battery storage solutions such as the Tesla Powerwall 3, provide a reliable energy source, reducing your dependence on external power supplies and offering peace of mind during outages. Our Tesla Powerwall has saved our Carter Renewables office admin systems more times than we would like to count, keeping them running during minor power outages. If you want the same security for your home business or office, reducing your reliance on the National Grid is the first step to achieve this.

Another day, another successful solar job – we’ve had a busy spring so far!

Carter Renewables: Your Trusted Partner in Solar Energy

We don’t just stop at solar either! If the above reading has piqued your interest, and you are tempted to go full-throttle renovating your home in time for summer, check out our other most popular renewables services below. Based in Reading, our small but mighty family-owned business specialises in providing comprehensive renewable energy solutions tailored to your needs. Our services include, but are most definitely not limited, to:

  • Solar PV Installation: We design and install solar panel systems that convert sunlight into electricity, customised for your home’s specifications, and only working with the leading brands in the business such as Aiko and SolarEdge.
  • Battery Storage Solutions: Store excess energy generated during the day for use at night or during peak demand times, enhancing your energy independence.​ We are firm favourites of Solaredge products, and the Tesla Powerwall, and can source and install the Tesla Powerwall 3 from just £7499.
  • Heat Pumps: Efficiently regulate your home’s temperature by transferring heat from the outside air, reducing the need for traditional heating and cooling systems.​
  • EV Charging Stations: the switch to electric vehicles continues to rise, so don’t get left behind! We install convenient charging points for your electric vehicles, integrating seamlessly with your solar energy system.​ Big fans of the zappi, we work to discreetly install them to fit with your home or business’ aesthetic.
  • Service & Maintenance: We don’t just install and go! Committed to ongoing client care and customer satisfaction, we ensure your renewable energy systems operate at peak performance with our ongoing support and maintenance services.​
Store that excess solar energy with a Solaredge battery system.

Embrace a Sustainable Summer

While talking about solar makes us giddy with excitement, transitioning to solar energy is more than just a seasonal upgrade; it’s a long-term investment in your home’s efficiency and the planet’s health, and it’s definitely not an overnight job. However, with our team of trusted technicians and electricians, let Carter Renewables guide you towards the brighter, greener future we all deserve to live in.​

Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you get your home summer-ready with solar energy.