August brought another varied month of solar installations across Somerset, from straightforward rooftop arrays to larger systems combining solar with battery storage.
Each property presents something slightly different, whether that’s the available roof space, household energy use or plans for battery storage and EV charging. That’s why every system we install is designed around the property and customer’s needs, rather than being based on a standard package.
Here are a few of the installations that stood out for our local, family-run Somerset team during August.
August at a glance:
102 kWp of solar power installed
23 tonnes of estimated annual CO2 savings
Commercial Solar with EV Charging
Location: Somerset
System Type: On trapezoidal roof using Renusol MS+ solar mounting system
System Size: 25.92 kWp
Tech Used: 48 x 540W AIKO Solar Panels + 1 x 20kW SolarEdge Inverter + 1 x SolarEdge EV Charger
Est. Annual Production: 23,371 kWh
Est. Annual CO₂ Savings: 6 tonnes
Est. Lifetime Financial Savings: £62,693
Est. Grid Independence: 41%
With a large roof area available, this commercial system was designed to generate a significant amount of the site’s electricity on-site. Pairing the solar array with a SolarEdge EV charger also allows more of that renewable energy to be used directly for vehicle charging, helping reduce reliance on grid electricity.
Solar for a New-Build Home
Location: Somerset
System Type: On-roof on standing seam metal roof
System Size: 11.4 kWp
Tech Used: 24 x 475W AIKO Solar Panels + 1 x 13.5 kWh Tesla Powerwall 3 with Powerwall Backup Gateway 2
Est. Annual Production: 10,510 kWh
Est. Annual CO₂ Savings: 3 tonnes
Est. Lifetime Financial Savings: £50,112
Est. Grid Independence: 81%
This new-build property offered a good opportunity to incorporate solar and battery storage from the outset. The standing seam roof provided a clean, practical surface for the array, while the addition of battery storage means more of the home’s solar-generated electricity can be used when it is needed rather than exported straight to the grid.
Flat-Roof Solar with Tesla Powerwall 3
Location: Somerset
System Type: Flat roof with tilted frames
System Size: 19.4 kWp
Tech Used: 36 x 540W AIKO Solar Panels + 1 x 13.5kWh Tesla Powerwall 3
Est. Annual Production: 14,152 kWh
Est. Annual CO₂ Savings: 4 tonnes
Est. Lifetime Financial Savings: £108,998
Est. Grid Independence: 49%
This installation made effective use of a large flat-roof area, with the array carefully arranged to maximise the space available. Adding battery storage means more of the solar energy generated during the day can be kept for use later, helping the household rely less on electricity from the grid.
Making the Most of Multiple Roof Spaces
Location: Somerset
System Type: On-Roof on slate
System Size: 13.3 kWp
Tech Used: 28 x 475W AIKO Solar Panels + 1 x Tesla Powerwall 3
Est. Annual Production: 9,697 kWh
Est. Annual CO₂ Savings: 2 tonnes
Est. Lifetime Financial Savings: £39,321
Est. Grid Independence: 81%
This installation made good use of both front and back roof pitches, allowing the solar array to be spread across the available space rather than relying on a single aspect. Pairing the system with battery storage also helps the household make better use of the energy generated throughout the day.
Making the Most of a Complex Roof Layout
Location: Somerset
System Type: In-Roof on Tiles
System Size: 6.17 kWp
Tech Used: 13 x 475W AIKO Solar Panels + 1 x 13.5 kWh Tesla Powerwall 3
Est. Annual Production: 4,426 kWh
Est. Annual CO₂ Savings: 1 tonne
Est. Lifetime Financial Savings: £14,338
Est. Grid Independence: 85%
This new-build project was a good example of designing solar around the architecture from the outset. The array was carefully split across several roof areas to make effective use of the available space, while the in-roof installation gives a neat, integrated finish that sits naturally within the overall design of the property.
Solar and EV Charging Designed Around the Home
Location: Somerset
System Type: On-Roof on Slate
System Size: 6.17 kWp
Tech Used: 13 x 475W AIKO Solar Panels + 1 x 5kW SolarEdge Inverter + 1 x SolarEdge EV Charger
Est. Annual Production: 6,149 kWh
Est. Annual CO₂ Savings: 2 tonnes
Est. Lifetime Financial Savings: £19,325
Est. Grid Independence: 36%
This installation was carefully planned around the property’s existing rooflights, making good use of the available roof area without compromising the layout of the home. An EV charger was also included, giving the household the option to use more of its own solar-generated electricity for everyday driving.
Solar, Battery Storage and EV Charging
Location: Somerset
System Type: On-Roof on Tiles
System Size: 8.07 kWp
Tech Used: 17 x 475W AIKO Solar Panels + 1 x 13.5kWh Tesla Powerwall 3 + 1 x Hypervolt Home 3 Pro EV Charger
Est. Annual Production: 6,190 kWh
Est. Annual CO₂ Savings: 2 tonnes
Est. Lifetime Financial Savings: £25,649
Est. Grid Independence: 77%
This installation was designed to make full use of both roof pitches, helping the household generate solar energy across a wider part of the day. Battery storage and EV charging were added too, giving the customer more flexibility over how that energy is stored and used at home, including for vehicle charging.
Solar Across Pitched and Flat Roof Areas
Location: Somerset
System Type: On-Roof on Tiles
System Size: 7.6 kWp
Tech Used: 16 x 475W AIKO Solar Panels + 1 x 5kW SolarEdge Inverter
Est. Annual Production: 6,231 kWh
Est. Annual CO₂ Savings: 2 tonnes
Est. Lifetime Financial Savings: £37,656
Est. Grid Independence: 27%
This installation was carefully planned across several roof sections, including a smaller flat-roof area, to make effective use of the space available. Spreading the array across different parts of the property helps maximise solar generation while working around the existing roof layout.
Solar and Battery Storage for a Compact Roof
Location: Somerset
System Type: On-Roof on Tiles
System Size: 4.27 kWp
Tech Used: 9 x 475W AIKO Solar Panels + 1 x 13.5 kWh Tesla Powerwall 3
Est. Annual Production: 4,143 kWh
Est. Annual CO₂ Savings: 1 tonne
Est. Lifetime Financial Savings: £14,842
Est. Grid Independence: 80%
This installation shows how a well-planned system can make good use of the roof space available, with the panels arranged neatly across the main pitch. Battery storage was also added, helping the household keep more of its solar-generated electricity for use later in the day rather than sending it straight back to the grid.
Another month, another wide range of homes and energy requirements.
One of the things August’s installations highlight is that there is rarely a one-size-fits-all approach to solar. The right combination of panels, inverter and battery storage depends on the property, how energy is used and what the customer wants to achieve.
That’s why we focus on well-designed systems, quality equipment built to last and honest advice from the outset, with long-term support after the installation is complete.
If you’re considering solar, battery storage or upgrading an existing system, our local, family-run Somerset team would be happy to talk through the options for your property.
Phone: 01458 834 936
Email: info@sunlit-solar.co.uk
