Solar Panel Installation & Battery Storage
Generate your own electricity and make more use of it at home.
Archer Electrical Services Ltd installs solar panels and battery storage for homeowners in Bromsgrove, Redditch, Droitwich Spa and surrounding villages.
We assess your property, discuss your electricity use and design a system around your needs. Solar panels generate electricity during daylight hours, while battery storage lets you save some of that energy for use later. Your quote will explain the proposed system, what’s included and the estimated performance.
Tell us whether you are interested in solar panels, solar with battery storage, or adding a battery to an existing solar system.
Include your property address, approximate annual electricity use in kWh if known, and details of any existing solar panels, battery or EV charger. Photos of your roof taken from ground level, your electricity meter and your fuse box can help us understand the proposed installation.
Let us know your preferred timescale and any planned roof or renovation work.
Only photograph what is safely visible from an accessible position. Do not climb onto the roof or remove any electrical covers.
What’s included in your solar PV and battery installation?
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Assessment of your property, available installation space and existing electrical supply, alongside a discussion of your electricity use and priorities.
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Design of the proposed system, including panel layout, inverter selection and battery capacity where storage is included.
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A clear quotation setting out the equipment, installation work and estimated system performance, including the assumptions behind those estimates.
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Installation of the solar panels, mounting equipment, inverter, wiring and electrical protection specified in your agreed quote, together with battery storage where included.
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Inspection, testing and commissioning of the installed system, with the relevant electrical certification and equipment documentation.
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A practical handover explaining how to operate your system and use its monitoring features where supported.
Your quote will clarify access arrangements, scaffolding, any additional roof or electrical work, and responsibility for electricity network applications or notifications. Battery storage and backup power during a power cut are included only where expressly specified in the agreed system design.
How long will the installation take?
The timescale depends on the size of the system, roof access, battery location and any additional electrical work required. We explain the expected program before work begins, including scaffolding arrangements and any electricity network approval needed before installation can proceed.
Will you need scaffolding?
Roof-mounted solar installations normally require suitable scaffolding or other agreed access equipment. We explain the arrangements, what access is needed around your property and whether these costs are included in your quote. Scaffolding may be erected before installation and removed on a separate day.
Will my electricity need to be switched off?
Your electricity will need to be switched off during parts of the electrical connection and testing. We discuss the expected interruption beforehand so you can plan around it. Please tell us about any equipment that needs a continuous power supply.
Where will the inverter and battery be installed?
We agree suitable positions after assessing the available space, cable routes, access and the equipment’s installation requirements. Tell us about your preferred locations early so we can discuss whether they are suitable and explain any alternatives.
Could the weather affect the installation?
Roof work may need to be rescheduled if wind, rain or other conditions prevent it from being carried out safely. We keep you informed if the weather affects the agreed program and coordinate any changes with the access arrangements.
Will the battery keep my home powered during a power cut?
Only if backup capability is specifically included in your system design. Battery storage does not automatically provide power during an outage. If backup is important to you, tell us which appliances or circuits you want to support so we can discuss suitable options and their limitations.
How should I prepare?
Provide clear access to your consumer unit, electricity meter and the agreed equipment locations. We also explain which outdoor areas need to be cleared for scaffolding, deliveries and installation. Let us know about any planned roof repairs, building work or access restrictions before the start date.
What happens when the installation is complete?
We inspect, test and commission the system, provide the relevant electrical certification and equipment documentation, and explain how to operate it. Where supported, we help you access the monitoring app so you can view generation, battery use and system performance. We also explain relevant maintenance requirements and how to contact us with questions.