Clean Home Electricity
Residential Solar Panels & Battery Storage
Understand how residential solar works, what affects suitability and the next steps for your property. Synergy Orbit Limited can introduce you to an independent installer where appropriate.
The basics
How residential solar panels generate electricity
A typical home solar PV system has a few key parts working together.
- 01
Panels capture daylight
Photovoltaic cells in each panel convert daylight into direct-current (DC) electricity.
- 02
An inverter converts it
The inverter changes DC into alternating current (AC) — the type of electricity used in your home.
- 03
Your home uses it
Electricity generated can power appliances and lighting while the system is producing.
- 04
Surplus is exported or stored
Unused electricity may be exported to the grid or stored in a home battery, if you have one.
Suitability
Factors that can influence installation decisions
Suitability varies from one property to the next. These are some of the factors an installer is likely to consider during their assessment.
Roof orientation
Roof pitch and space
Shading
Roof condition
Energy use
Planning considerations
Before you proceed
Useful questions to ask any installer
If you are introduced to an independent installer, these questions can help you understand their proposal.
- Which certifications and accreditations do you hold (for example, MCS certification)?
- What system size and components do you recommend, and why?
- What does the quotation include, and are there any extra costs?
- What product warranties and workmanship guarantees apply?
- Is the work covered by an insurance-backed guarantee?
- Will any planning permission or notifications be needed?
- What are the expected timescales for assessment and installation?
How it works
Three simple steps
We keep the process transparent from the very first message.
- Step 1
Start a Conversation
Contact Synergy Orbit Limited through WhatsApp or telephone — whichever suits you.
- Step 2
Discuss Your Requirements
Explain your location, your property and whether you are interested in solar panels or an air source heat pump.
- Step 3
Explore an Installer Introduction
Where appropriate, learn about the referral process and a potential introduction to an independent installer.
Installation suitability, costs and final recommendations are determined by the relevant independent installer following their own assessment of your property. Synergy Orbit Limited does not carry out property surveys or provide quotations.
FAQs
Solar panel questions
How do residential solar panels work?
Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels convert daylight into direct-current electricity. An inverter converts this into alternating current that can be used in your home. Electricity that is not used at the time may be exported to the grid or, if you have a battery, stored for later use.
Is my home suitable for solar panels?
Suitability varies from property to property. Factors include roof orientation and pitch, available roof space, shading from trees or nearby buildings, the condition of the roof, and any planning considerations. Only an installer's assessment can confirm whether solar is suitable for your property.
How much will solar panels cost and how much could I save?
We do not provide quotations or savings estimates. Costs and any potential savings depend on your property, your energy use, the system specified and other factors. An independent installer can provide a quotation following their own assessment.
Can I get free solar panels or government funding?
We do not offer free solar panels and cannot guarantee eligibility for any government scheme or funding. Schemes and eligibility criteria change from time to time, so it is best to check official government sources and discuss any options with an installer.
Do I need planning permission?
Many domestic solar installations in England fall under permitted development rights, but conditions and exceptions apply — for example, for listed buildings, conservation areas and some flats. Your installer and your local planning authority can confirm what applies to your property.
Can I add a battery to store excess solar electricity?
Yes. Many households choose to pair solar panels with a home battery to store surplus electricity generated during daylight hours for use in the evening. An installer can advise on whether battery storage is appropriate for your system.
Can landlords explore solar panels for rental properties?
Yes. Synergy Orbit Limited welcomes enquiries from landlords exploring solar panels for rental homes in Leicester, Birmingham, Milton Keynes and Slough. We can discuss your property and explain the referral process.
What should I ask an installer?
It is sensible to ask about relevant certifications and accreditations (such as MCS certification), insurance-backed guarantees, product warranties, the proposed system specification, and what is included in the quotation. Comparing more than one quotation is also a good idea.
Low-Carbon Heating
Combine Solar with Heat Pumps
Many homeowners combine rooftop solar PV with an air source heat pump to power heating and hot water with self-generated clean electricity.
Local Coverage
Service Areas in England
We welcome residential solar panel enquiries across Leicester, Birmingham, Milton Keynes, and Slough, subject to local installer availability.
Curious whether solar could suit your home?
Contact Synergy Orbit Limited to discuss your property and explore the next steps.
Direct line: +447424804453