Bucks/Berks looking at solar, any help appreciated
Hi all. I've been doing some research, mostly through Gary Talks Solar and looking on here, and I still feel quite lost.
My annual usage is around 7,400kWh which I know is on the high side. I also have mobility equipment running in the house that relies on electricity, so having reliable power and ideally some backup capability is important to me. I have three air conditioning units, which I would want to run as heaters in the winter if I am able to get good solar panel coverage, to reduce my gas usage. So my usage will likely go up a fair bit if I do that.
From what I can tell I probably need a larger than average system and a 10–15 (20?) kWh battery to go alongside it, but I'd welcome any input on that sizing.
I have an east/west split-pitched roof and also a largeish flat roof. Between the two I'm hoping there's enough space for a larger than average system. I have no loft space due to an upstairs extension, which I imagine can affect how you attach the solar panels to them.
I've come across two installers I'm considering, from Gary Talks Solar:
Spirit Energy (spiritenergy.co.uk)
Skylar Solar (skylarsolar.co.uk)
Has anyone used either of these, or have recommendations for installers in the Berkshire/Bucks/Windsor area?
I was hoping to get a third to come out and quote to compare three different quotes, so suggestions would be very useful.
I was also thinking about getting octopus to come out and quote as well, but they seem to have quite a varied review on here!
Thanks