Loddiswell solar upgrade: second solar system to get closer to off-grid
Secondary system installation to create an off grid system.
A solar expansion project in Loddiswell, Devon, designed to maximise roof space and reduce reliance on the grid by integrating a second system with the existing setup.
By expanding generation and integrating the new system with the original, our client has reduced reliance on the grid so much that their electricity bills are now under £5 per month.
This was our client’s second solar system. With an existing system already installed on the main roof, the brief was to install a secondary solar system on the south-facing garage roof, add a second inverter, and integrate it with the existing system.
Our Solution
Solar array
8 × Aiko A450 panels
Inverter
3.68kW SolaX Power inverter (second inverter added)
Optimisation
8 × Tigo optimisers fitted to improve overall efficiency
Mounting and protection
Surface-mounted system (chosen over in-roof for quicker payback)
Results
Payback time
6.5 years
Energy independence
Client confirmed monthly electricity bills are now under £5 per month
At a glance
System size
8 × Aiko A450 panels
Inverters
3.68kW SolaX Power inverter
Mounting
Surface mounted
Payback time
6.5 years
Client quote
“I was very impressed with the level of service, and professional competence, with the installation of solar panels on my garage. They come highly recommended.”