Solar systems
A solar-and-storage proposal should connect two decisions: how much electricity to generate during daylight, and how much of it you want available later. Pylon can compare a combined installation with solar first and storage later.
Size the battery around your routine
Avoid choosing storage purely because it appears in a bundle. Ask how the proposed battery relates to evening demand, spare generation and future loads. Compare the installed price of the complete system and any equipment you would otherwise need to add later.
One scope for the complete installation
- Panel capacity, module count and exact inverter model
- Battery model, usable energy and power limits
- Backup capability and identified circuits, if requested
- Switchboard work, monitoring and connection arrangements
- Separate manufacturer warranties and installation terms
Questions worth asking
Can I add the battery later?
Ask for a staged design showing what equipment would be retained, what would be added and how future compatibility would be checked. The answer depends on the proposed equipment.
Does a larger battery always save more?
The useful storage depends on charging opportunities and when you need energy. Compare the extra installed cost with an estimate based on your household’s usage.