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Modern Technology | Solar Installation | Electrical | Lancing
From our base in Lancing, HEP blends decades of electrical expertise with forward-thinking tech to bring clean, affordable energy to homes and businesses. Our certified team designs and fits tailor-made solar installation systems that look sleek on your roof, perform brilliantly in British weather and start shrinking your energy bills from day one.
We handle everything—from the first on-site survey and system modelling to planning permissions, smart-meter integration and ongoing maintenance—so you can simply enjoy lower costs and a lighter carbon footprint. Join the growing community across Sussex who are already generating their own power with HEP, and let the sun do the hard work.
FAQs
Is Lancing sunny enough for solar panels to make financial sense?
Yes. Lancing receives around 1,100–1,200 kWh of solar irradiation per square metre each year—close to the UK’s south-coast average. A 4 kWp array typically generates 3,800–4,200 kWh annually, covering 65-90 % of an average household’s electricity needs and giving a 7-10 year payback period, depending on usage patterns and export rates.
What system size is right for a typical home in Lancing?
Most three-bed homes benefit from a 3 – 5 kWp rooftop array (8-12 panels). This balances roof space, budget and consumption. Our surveyors measure your roof, analyse past bills and design a system that aims to meet at least two-thirds of your daytime demand while maximising Smart Export Guarantee payments for excess power.
Are there grants or incentives available locally?
While the old Feed-in Tariff has closed, you can still claim: • 0 % VAT on domestic solar and battery installations until 2027. • The nationwide Smart Export Guarantee (SEG), paying 4-15 p per kWh you export. • West Sussex County Council occasionally offers Solar Together group-buying schemes that cut panel costs by 10-15 %. We’ll guide you through current offers and handle SEG registration paperwork.
How long will installation take and will it disrupt my daily routine?
A standard residential install takes 1-2 days on the roof plus a few hours of electrical work indoors. Scaffolding goes up the day before and is removed within 48 hours of commissioning. Power is off for roughly 30 minutes while we connect the inverter. We schedule all work around your preferred dates to keep disruption minimal.
What maintenance do solar panels need in Lancing’s coastal environment?
Solar PV is largely maintenance-free. Panels are sealed against salt spray and have an expected life of 25-30 years. We recommend: • Visual checks after storms. • A professional clean every 2-3 years to remove sea salt and bird droppings (rain usually suffices). • Annual inverter health check, included in our service plan. Performance monitoring via our app alerts you to any issues automatically.
Can I add battery storage or an EV charger later on?
Absolutely. We fit hybrid inverters or leave space for a battery interface so a storage unit (4-15 kWh) can be clipped on later without rewiring. Likewise, we run a spare conduit to the driveway for future EV charge-point installation. Many clients start with panels only and upgrade when budgets allow, keeping the system modular and future-proof.