MCS Certified Solar Installers
Slash your energy bills and reduce your carbon footprint with bespoke solar panel systems designed and installed by PowerArc's certified renewable energy team.
Solar PV is one of the smartest investments a homeowner or business can make. With energy prices at record highs, a well-designed solar system can cut electricity bills by 50-70% and pay for itself within 5-8 years. PowerArc provides end-to-end solar installation — from roof assessment and system design to scaffolding, panel mounting, inverter installation, and DNO notification.
PowerArc installs solar PV systems across East London and Essex, serving Romford, Hornchurch, Chigwell, Stratford, Woodford, Wanstead, Loughton, Dagenham, and all surrounding areas. We provide free, no-obligation site surveys using satellite imagery and on-site roof assessments to determine the optimal panel layout, orientation, and system size for your property. Every installation is tailored to maximise your energy generation and financial return.
No two roofs are the same, and no two solar systems should be either. PowerArc designs each system based on your roof's orientation, pitch, shading analysis, available area, and your household's energy consumption patterns. We use industry-leading design software to model expected generation and savings before installation begins.
We install premium Tier-1 solar panels from manufacturers like JA Solar, Trina Solar, and Canadian Solar, paired with high-efficiency inverters from SolarEdge, GivEnergy, and Huawei. Every component is selected for performance, reliability, and warranty coverage.
A solar PV system generates the most value when paired with smart energy management. PowerArc can integrate your solar panels with battery storage, allowing you to store surplus energy for use during the evening when grid electricity is most expensive. This can increase your self-consumption from 30% to over 80%.
We also install solar-compatible EV chargers, diverters for immersion heaters, and smart home energy monitors. These additions ensure that every kilowatt-hour your panels generate is used effectively, maximising your return on investment and minimising grid dependence.
PowerArc's solar installations are carried out by qualified, experienced renewable energy engineers. Our electrical work is backed by our Qualified Electrical Contractor status, ensuring all AC and DC wiring meets the highest UK safety standards. We handle all DNO (Distribution Network Operator) notifications and G99 compliance requirements, ensuring your system is legally connected and properly registered.
Despite common misconceptions, the UK receives enough sunlight to make solar PV a highly worthwhile investment. A typical 4kWp domestic system in East London generates approximately 3,400-3,800 kWh per year — enough to offset a significant portion of an average household’s electricity consumption. With current energy prices, this translates to annual savings of £800-£1,200.
Solar PV panels convert sunlight into direct current (DC) electricity. An inverter then converts this to alternating current (AC) for use in your home. Any surplus electricity is exported to the grid through the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG), earning you a payment for every kWh you export. With battery storage, you can store surplus energy for later use instead.
A domestic solar PV system typically pays for itself within 5-8 years through electricity bill savings and SEG export payments. After that, you’re generating essentially free electricity for another 17-20 years (most panels are warrantied for 25 years). For many homeowners, solar PV offers a better financial return than traditional savings accounts.
In most cases, domestic solar panel installations fall under Permitted Development rights and don’t require planning permission. However, if your property is listed, in a conservation area, or you want ground-mounted panels, planning approval may be needed. PowerArc advises on planning requirements during the survey stage.
"10 panels installed on our south-facing roof. Generating more electricity than we use during summer months. The savings on our bills are incredible."
— Robert & Sue T., Romford
"Solar panels plus a GivEnergy battery. We barely use any grid electricity now. PowerArc designed the perfect system for our house."
— Michael D., Hornchurch
"Had solar installed on our office building. The reduction in energy costs has been substantial. Very professional installation with zero disruption to the business."
— Amanda K., Stratford