New Build Solar Installation for Residential Customer, Ilkley, West Yorks
The Client
A family based in Ilkley, West Yorkshire, own a four-bedroom detached property with sufficient land to construct a new home. As part of the development, the couple set out to create a modern, energy-efficient home that would serve as their long-term residence once completed, allowing them to subsequently sell their existing property.
Recognising the growing demand for sustainable housing, the family identified solar PV as a key feature that could help reduce future energy bills, improve the property's EPC rating and increase its attractiveness to environmentally conscious buyers in the future.
After researching reputable local solar installers, they chose P4 Solar due to the company's strong reputation and visible involvement in community projects throughout Ilkley and the surrounding area.
Key Details
The Challenge
The homeowners wanted a solar solution that would integrate seamlessly into the new-build roof while delivering excellent long-term performance and maintaining the aesthetic appearance of the property.
The system needed to:
Maximise renewable energy generation.
Improve the property's EPC rating.
Comply with all building regulations.
Support future technologies such as battery storage and electric vehicle charging.
Enhance the overall value of the home.
Complement the appearance of the new-build development through an in-roof installation.
The Solution
Following a free, no-obligation site survey, P4 Solar designed a bespoke solar PV system tailored specifically to the property's requirements.
The design focused on maximising energy generation while meeting the anticipated electricity demands of future occupants. Particular attention was given to aesthetics, ensuring the in-roof solar array blended seamlessly into the roofline to create a clean, modern appearance.
The system was also designed to provide long-term flexibility, incorporating battery storage to maximise self-consumption of generated energy and allowing for future integration with technologies such as EV charging.
Our installation team worked closely with the house builder throughout the project to ensure the solar installation was delivered in line with the wider construction schedule. Effective communication, careful planning and flexibility were essential to coordinating the various stages of the build, allowing the solar system to be seamlessly integrated into the new property without causing delays to the overall project.
System Specification
24 x Viridian 335W In-Roof Solar Panels
Viridian Solar In-Roof Solar Flashings & Equipment
6 x ArcBox Solar Connector Enclosure (Fire Safety for In-Roof Solar Systems)
1 x Hanchu ESS 7kW Hybrid Inverter
2 x Hanchu ESS 5.12 kWh Battery Storage Units
1 x Stevie 7.4 kW Electric Vehicle Charging Point
The Benefits
The completed system delivers a range of benefits for both the developer and future homeowner:
Reduced electricity costs through on-site renewable generation.
Improved EPC rating and sustainability credentials.
Enhanced property value and future market appeal.
Increased energy independence through battery storage.
Future-ready infrastructure for Electric Vehicle charging
A sleek, integrated in-roof design that complements the aesthetics of the new-build property.
The Outcome
By combining high-performance in-roof solar panels with battery storage, P4 Solar helped create a future-ready home that aligns with modern buyer expectations for energy efficiency and sustainability.
The project demonstrates how renewable energy can be incorporated into new-build developments from the outset, providing long-term financial and environmental benefits while increasing the desirability of the property in an increasingly energy-conscious housing market.
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