PV Battery & Inverter Systems
A battery and inverter system allows you to store excess electricity generated by your solar panels and use it when you need it most. Instead of exporting surplus energy back to the grid, you can store it for use during the evening, on cloudy days, or when electricity prices are higher.
By increasing your use of self-generated renewable energy, battery storage can help reduce electricity bills, improve energy independence, and maximise the value of your solar PV system.
What is a Battery and Inverter System?
A solar battery stores unused electricity generated by your solar panels during the day. The inverter manages the flow of energy between your solar panels, battery, home, and the grid, ensuring power is available when it is needed.
Here’s a simplified explanation of how it works:
Rather than relying solely on electricity imported from the grid, your renewable energy system can use stored energy to power your home during periods when solar generation is low or unavailable.
How Does Battery Storage Work?
Store Energy During the Day
When your solar panels generate more electricity than your home is using, the surplus energy is stored in the battery rather than being exported.
Use Stored Energy When Needed
When solar production falls, such as during the evening, the battery automatically supplies stored electricity to your home.
Optional Off-Peak Charging
Many battery systems can also be charged overnight using lower-cost electricity tariffs, helping reduce energy costs and increase flexibility.
What You Will Receive
Benefits of Battery Storage
Make better use of the electricity your solar panels generate by storing surplus energy for later use.
Reduce the amount of electricity purchased from the grid by using stored energy when solar generation is unavailable.
Charge the battery overnight using lower-cost tariffs to help reduce electricity costs.
Reduce reliance on utility companies and protect yourself from rising energy prices.
Monitor generation, battery storage, and household consumption through a dedicated app or online platform.
Maximise the use of renewable energy and reduce your home’s carbon footprint.
Some battery systems can provide limited backup power during power outages, depending on the battery model and installation configuration.
Our Installation Process
1. Assess & Design
We assess your solar installation, household energy usage, and available installation space to design the most suitable battery storage solution for your property.
2. Professional Installation
Our qualified engineers install and connect the battery and inverter system safely and efficiently, ensuring compliance with all relevant standards.
3. Testing & Handover
Once installed, the system is thoroughly tested and commissioned. We will show you how to monitor performance and get the most from your battery storage system.
Is Battery Storage Right for You?
Battery storage is particularly beneficial for households that already have solar panels and want to maximise self-consumption of the energy they generate. It can also help households take advantage of off-peak electricity tariffs and reduce reliance on imported grid electricity.
Start Saving More from Your Solar Energy
If you are considering a complete solar and battery installation, Fairway Energy can help you find the right renewable energy system for your home. Contact our team today for expert advice.