How much does solar battery storage cost in Cheltenham? It is more than you might expect to pay, but knowing the typical price before you contact retailers for prices can help you make an informed choice.
Typical Installed Costs by Capacity
A typical price for a 5kWh battery suitable for a small household with a small amount of solar would be in the region of £3,000 to £5,000 for a full installation. A 10kWh battery for a medium-sized household would cost between £5,000 to £8,000 and a 15kWh for a larger household would cost anywhere up to £10,000. Prices include the battery, the hybrid inverter and the standard installation.
What a Quote May Not Include
Quotes will generally assume a straightforward installation to an existing socket close to the point of installation. Charges for scaffolding, extended cabling, and like, plus any necessary upgrade to the existing consumer unit and the charge for DNO notification will usually be additional and should be clearly detailed in any quote received.
Adding a Battery to Existing Panels For more on this, take a look at https://www.precisiongreenenergy.co.uk/renewables/solar-battery-storage/cheltenham/.
A battery for existing panels can cost less than a combined new system but the difference is usually not that great. Important to note is that the current inverter may not be battery compatible. So you might need a new hybrid inverter. This additional cost can range from £800 to £1,500. Make sure this is clearly stated in your quote before you agree to it. Solar Battery Storage Cheltenham is worth getting right.
VAT Relief and Current Schemes
This can significantly reduce the cost of the equipment and installation. There is currently no large government grant scheme but we do get asked for large grants to be included in quotes for Solar battery storage.
Comparing Quotes Properly
Go beyond the price and make sure the quote includes the MCS certification of the installer. Also ask for the warranty of the battery in terms of cycle guarantee and length of time covered. Typically a solar battery storage system would come with a 10 year warranty or 6,000 cycles. uk/renewables/solar-battery-storage/cheltenham/) is a good place to start.
Getting a well-compared quote is key to getting the best price for your solar battery storage system.
