Expert Solar & Energy Guides
Practical guides, real data and honest advice from our team of MCS certified installers. 14 articles covering solar panels, battery storage, EV chargers and electrical work.
How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in the North East? [2026 Guide]
How Much Do Solar Panels Cost in the North East? [2026 Guide]
A detailed breakdown of solar panel costs across the North East in 2026, covering 4kW to 10kW systems, installation costs, panel brands and what affects your final price.
Solar Panel Grants UK 2026 — Complete Guide
Solar Panel Grants UK 2026 — Complete Guide
Everything you need to know about solar panel grants, incentives and funding available in the UK in 2026, including 0% VAT, SEG tariffs and local authority schemes.
Tesla Powerwall 3 Review — Real Installation Experience
Tesla Powerwall 3 Review — Real Installation Experience
An honest, hands-on review of the Tesla Powerwall 3 from a Tesla Certified Installer. Covering specs, installation process, app experience and real-world performance.
Best EV Charger for Home UK — Zappi vs Ohme vs Tesla vs Wallbox
Best EV Charger for Home UK — Zappi vs Ohme vs Tesla vs Wallbox
A side-by-side comparison of the top home EV chargers in the UK. We install all four brands and share our real-world experience to help you choose the right one.
GivEnergy vs Tesla Powerwall — Which Battery Is Right for You?
GivEnergy vs Tesla Powerwall — Which Battery Is Right for You?
An unbiased comparison of GivEnergy Gen 3 and Tesla Powerwall 3 from installers who fit both systems daily. Covering price, performance, apps and backup capability.
Are Solar Panels Worth It in the North East? Real Data
Are Solar Panels Worth It in the North East? Real Data
We share actual generation data from our installations across Teesside and the North East to answer the big question: are solar panels really worth it this far north?
0% VAT on Solar Panels UK — Everything You Need to Know
0% VAT on Solar Panels UK — Everything You Need to Know
A complete guide to the 0% VAT rate on residential solar panels and battery storage in the UK. What qualifies, what does not, and how it affects your total cost.
OZEV Grant for EV Chargers — How to Claim Up to £350
OZEV Grant for EV Chargers — How to Claim Up to £350
Step-by-step guide to claiming the OZEV grant for your home EV charger installation. Eligibility criteria, how to apply and how ALPS handles it all for you.
How Many Solar Panels Do I Need? UK Sizing Guide
How Many Solar Panels Do I Need? UK Sizing Guide
A practical guide to sizing your solar panel system based on your electricity usage, roof space, orientation and whether you have an EV or heat pump.
Solar Panel Payback Period UK — What the Numbers Show
Solar Panel Payback Period UK — What the Numbers Show
Real payback calculations using current electricity prices, export tariffs and actual generation data. Find out exactly when your solar panels will pay for themselves.
Do Solar Panels Work in Winter? North East Performance Data
Do Solar Panels Work in Winter? North East Performance Data
Actual winter generation data from our North East installations. Month-by-month output, how batteries help and why winter performance is better than you think.
G99 Applications Explained — What They Are and Why You Need One
G99 Applications Explained — What They Are and Why You Need One
A plain-English explanation of G99 applications to Northern Powergrid. When you need one, how long they take, what they cost and how ALPS handles the process for you.
Solar Panels for Farms — How North East Farmers Are Cutting Energy Costs
Solar Panels for Farms — How North East Farmers Are Cutting Energy Costs
How dairy, poultry and arable farms across the North East are using solar panels to slash energy bills. Covering large roof arrays, grants, Capital Allowances and ROI.
School Solar Panel Funding 2026 — Great British Energy and Salix Grants Explained
School Solar Panel Funding 2026 — Great British Energy and Salix Grants Explained
How schools in the North East can access funding for solar panels in 2026 through Great British Energy, Salix Finance and local authority schemes.
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