Certified Professionals
Certified Professionals | Solar Installation | Electrical | Manchester
Choosing HEP’s certified professionals means choosing peace of mind. From the first roof inspection to the final switch-on, we bring decades of electrical expertise to every solar installation, tailoring each system to Manchester’s unique mix of terraced homes, modern flats and commercial premises. Our engineers are NICEIC-approved, MCS-accredited, and trained to navigate local planning rules, so your project moves quickly from design to generation without hidden costs or delays.
We’re as passionate about customer care as we are about clean energy. That’s why you’ll get transparent quotes, real-time progress updates and a 25-year performance warranty backed by leading panel manufacturers. Whether you’re cutting bills in Didsbury or powering a warehouse in Trafford Park, our team delivers a solar installation that looks smart, performs flawlessly and starts saving you money from day one.
FAQs
What professional certifications do your electricians and solar installers hold?
All our engineers are fully qualified NICEIC-approved electricians and MCS-certified solar PV installers. They also hold City & Guilds 2399 qualifications for solar photovoltaic systems and are registered under the UK Government’s Competent Person Scheme (Part P) for electrical work. These credentials allow us to self-certify installations and ensure every project complies with the latest BS 7671 wiring regulations and MCS installation standards.
Do you provide solar installation services for both homes and businesses in Manchester?
Yes. Our team designs, installs, and maintains grid-connected and hybrid solar PV systems for residential properties, commercial premises, public sector buildings, and industrial sites across Greater Manchester and the surrounding counties. We tailor each project to the client’s energy profile, roof space, and budget, whether it is a 3 kW domestic array or a multi-megawatt commercial rooftop system.
How long does a typical solar panel installation take from survey to commissioning?
For most residential projects, the timeline is 4–6 weeks from the initial site survey to final commissioning. A typical 10-panel (around 4 kW) system is physically installed in one to two days, including mounting rails, panel placement, DC cabling, inverter fitting, and AC connection. Larger commercial systems may require staged works over several weeks, but we provide a detailed programme and keep any disruption to a minimum.
Will solar panels work effectively in Manchester’s weather conditions?
Absolutely. Manchester averages about 1,100 kWh of solar irradiation per square metre each year—more than enough to make PV viable. Modern monocrystalline panels generate electricity even on cloudy days thanks to improved low-light performance. Our simulations (using PV*SOL and SAP 10 data) show that a south-facing 4 kW array in Manchester can produce 3,400–3,600 kWh annually, covering up to 80 % of a typical household’s daytime usage.
What warranties and after-sales support do you offer?
All panels come with a 25-year performance warranty (at least 80 % output at year 25) and a 10–12-year product warranty. Inverters are covered for 5–12 years depending on the model, and we register every installation with a 2-year workmanship warranty under the Home Insulation & Energy Systems (HIES) scheme. Optional O&M packages include annual inspection, cleaning, generation-meter checks, and remote monitoring so you can maximise system uptime and returns.
How can I estimate the cost and return on investment of installing solar panels?
Start with a free on-site assessment: we measure roof pitch, orientation, shading and electrical capacity. Using this data, we prepare a bespoke proposal that details system size, installed cost, projected annual generation, savings on electricity bills, Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) income, payback period, and 25-year cash flow. For a typical 4 kW domestic system in Manchester, the cost ranges from £5,500–£6,500 and payback is usually 6–8 years, with an internal rate of return (IRR) of 10–14 %. Commercial systems can achieve payback in 3–5 years due to scale and higher daytime demand.