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Solar Panel Installation
Generate your own clean electricity with rooftop solar PV panels. SEAI grants cover up to €2,400 of installation costs with immediate electricity savings.
Installation Cost
€6,000 - €9,000
SEAI Grant
Up to €2,400
Annual Savings
€800/year
BER Improvement
+1-2 grades
Installation Time
1-2 days
System Lifespan
25+ years
Solar PV System Overview
Solar photovoltaic (PV) panels convert sunlight into electricity for your home. Excess electricity can be sold back to the grid, providing additional income through the Clean Export Guarantee (CEG).
Peak Production
Maximum generation during sunny days
4-5 kWh per kWp installed capacity daily average
Grid Export
Sell surplus electricity back to grid
Clean Export Guarantee rates: 24c per kWh
Battery Storage
Optional battery for evening usage
Store excess daytime generation for night use
Installation Requirements
- South/East/West facing roof (not North)
- Unshaded roof area (minimal tree coverage)
- Roof pitch between 20-50 degrees
- Structural capacity for panel weight
- Grid connection permission
Financial Returns
Electricity Savings€600-800/year
Export Income€200-300/year
Total Annual Return€800-1,100/year
Payback Period6-8 years