Frequently Asked Questions

Solar is a renewable technology which means it’s more beneficial to the environment than established fossil fuel sources of energy.

Generating your own electricity with solar panels on your roof will reduce your carbon emissions, save you money and protect your household budget from future energy price hikes.

Yes. It will help you to use more of the electricity that the solar PV system generates at peak times.

A spot with good exposure to sunlight is preferable but modern solar panels work even in cloudy weather and rain can even help keep them clean. We have sufficient light levels throughout the year that means solar PV performs exceptionally well.

Most solar PV systems will stop generating electricity in the event of a power cut. If you have a battery as well, it can be possible to configure it to work during a power cut, but this would require additional works which increases the price.

A visual inspection (from ground level) by you is normally all that is required. Cleaning can in some cases be beneficial, but in most circumstances, the rain will keep the panels clean enough. If the panels do become excessively dirty, there are specialist companies available to clean them.

In terms of the electrical equipment, we suggest an occasional check (once every 10 years) by a qualified solar PV installer.

No, Forster Group does not install heat pumps, please click (here) for information on Scottish Gas heat pumps.

Yes provided you are happy to lose some of your garden. Planning permission may also be necessary.