A common question we are asked is "can you add a solar battery to an existing system?" and the answer is - Yes! You can add a solar battery to an existing system and DP Electrical Specialists would be happy to help! By adding a solar battery you can make your Leeds home or business more energy efficient and independent. You will also be able to avoid paying the higher rates of electricity by drawing from your own that has been stored when the demand upon it is lower. 

Can you add a solar battery to an existing system?

Can you add a solar battery to an existing system?

What to consider before adding a solar battery to an existing system?

DP Electrical Specialists will need to check that your existing system and inverter are compatible with the new solar battery. Any documentation you have for the inverter should be able to quickly tell us if it can accept the new solar battery’s DC input voltage and there may be some rewiring to the system needed. We will also have to find the space in which to install the solar battery, and you will need to need to ensure the regular maintenance of the same. The size of battery we can add to your existing system will very much depend on your usage and there are two common types of batteries used being lead acid and lithium ion. 

Note – not all energy firms will buy back stored energy so something you should look into if this was a route you were hopeful to take. 

Benefits of adding a solar battery to your Leeds home or business

Now you have your answer to can you add a solar battery to an existing system? You may want to delve a little deeper and find out some of the benefits of the same. 

  • You can store excess energy for later use
  • You can store energy during peak times 
  • You can use more renewable energy and less fossil fuels
  • You can have a back up power system in the event of outages
  • You can reduce your environmental impact 
  • You can use smart features for enhanced efficiency

How does a solar battery work with your existing system?

A solar battery will store excess energy from your existing solar panel system and release it when required even on a gloomy day! Your existing system will convert sunlight into DC (direct current) electricity by using a PV (photovoltaic) device. DC electricity is then converted into AC (alternating current) in order to power your Leeds home or business using an inverter. Excess energy can then be stored in your new solar battery when your home or business uses less electricity than you are generating. When the sun sets, or your home or business requires more energy than your panels are generating the battery can then release the stored energy for consumption.  

DP Electrical Specialists - Solar Battery Experts in Leeds

With DP Electrical Specialists having hopefully now answered some if not all of your questions surrounding Can you add a solar battery to an existing system? We will now tell you a little about us and why we should be the ones to complete your solar battery project. We are renewable experts in Leeds and specialise in Solar PV Installations and maintenance including Solar Battery Storage Solutions. We are passionate about sustainability and avoiding the depletion of our planets resources and harm of our climate. Together we can reduce pollution and our need for fossil fuels one step at a time. So if you would like more information or to go ahead, please call DP Electrical Specialists Leeds today on 07764 760281
 

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  • David

    David is a professional, skilled and qualified Electrician in Leeds. David established D.P. Electrical in 2005 and prides himself on reliability and quality of his workmanship. David offers a personal service to cater for all your electrial needs.