Solar Panel FAQs

No. Positive Energy Solutions Ltd is not connected to Pozitive Energy Ltd, PE Solutions or Pozitive Group.

Positive Energy Solutions Ltd is a solar and renewable energy company based in Furness Vale, High Peak. We help homeowners, businesses and landowners with solar panels, battery storage, EV charging, voltage optimisation and related renewable energy solutions.

Pozitive Energy Ltd is a separate energy supplier and is not part of our company. We do not manage their customer accounts, bills, contracts, complaints or energy supply services.

Positive Energy Solutions is a family-run renewable energy company based in Furness Vale, High Peak.

The business was founded by Louise Metcalfe, with Paul, Marcus and Simon forming part of the wider family-run team. You can learn more about the company on our About Us page.

Yes. Positive Energy Solutions is a family-run company with a personal, hands-on approach.

We focus on clear communication, honest recommendations and practical renewable energy solutions for homes and businesses.

No. We believe in straightforward advice, not the hard sell.

Our aim is to understand your property, energy usage and goals before recommending a suitable solar, battery storage or renewable energy solution.

Yes. We install solar PV systems for homeowners who want to generate more of their own electricity, reduce reliance on the grid and explore long-term energy savings.

Every property is different, so we look at your roof, available space, energy usage and goals before recommending a system. You can find out more on our domestic services page.

Yes. We work with businesses, commercial property owners and landowners who want to explore solar panels, battery storage, EV charging, voltage optimisation and larger renewable energy projects.

Commercial solar may be suitable for offices, warehouses, industrial units, farms, schools and other business premises with suitable roof or land space. You can find out more on our commercial services page.

A suitable roof usually needs enough available space, good exposure to daylight and limited shading from trees, chimneys or nearby buildings.

The roof direction, pitch, structure and condition are also important. Our remote solar survey helps us review your property before arranging the next step.

Yes. Solar panels generate electricity from daylight, not just direct sunshine. They can still produce energy on cloudy days, although output is usually higher during brighter months.

The exact performance depends on your roof, location, shading, system size and the equipment used.

Many domestic solar panel installations fall under permitted development rights, but there are exceptions.

Planning rules may be different if your property is listed, in a conservation area, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, or has other restrictions. We can help you understand what may need checking before installation.

The installation time depends on the size and complexity of the system.

Many domestic installations can be completed quickly once the design, equipment and access arrangements are confirmed. Commercial or larger renewable energy projects may require more planning, surveys and installation time.

The easiest way to get started is by completing our remote solar survey.

You enter your postcode, select your property on the map and send us a few details. We can then review your property and contact you about the next step.

A remote solar panel survey is a simple online way to show us the property or roof area you would like us to review.

You enter your postcode, move the map marker to your roof and send us your details. This gives our team a useful starting point before we contact you.

The remote survey helps us review your property online using your postcode, map marker and the details you provide.

An in-person site survey allows us to confirm the final details at your property, including access, roof condition, installation requirements and any practical considerations before a final design or installation plan is confirmed.

Yes. If you would rather speak to us directly or arrange an in-person survey, you can contact Positive Energy Solutions by phone, email or enquiry form.

An in-person site survey usually takes around 15 minutes at your property, depending on the type of enquiry and the level of detail required.

A member of our team will review your enquiry and contact you to discuss your property, energy usage and goals.

Depending on your enquiry, we may recommend a remote review, an in-person survey or further discussion before preparing a final recommendation.

It helps to include your property location, the service you are interested in, your current energy usage if known, your average electricity bill and whether you are interested in battery storage.

You can also include anything else that may affect the project, such as shading, roof condition, future EV plans or commercial energy requirements.

Yes. We can help with battery storage as part of a new solar panel installation or, in some cases, as a separate enquiry.

Battery storage can help you store more of the energy you generate and make better use of your solar power.

Battery storage can be useful if you want to make better use of the electricity your solar panels generate, reduce reliance on grid electricity and improve energy flexibility.

Whether it is worth it depends on your energy usage, solar generation, tariff, property and long-term goals.

In some cases, yes. Battery storage may be considered separately from solar panels depending on your property, energy tariff and requirements.

We can review your situation and advise whether it is practical.

Some systems can be designed with backup or emergency power options, but this depends on the equipment, property, electrical setup and what you want the system to support during an outage.

If backup power is important to you, mention this when completing the remote survey or when you contact us.

Yes. We can help with EV charging points for homes and businesses.

EV charging can work well alongside solar panels and battery storage, depending on your energy usage and charging habits.

Voltage optimisation is designed to improve electrical efficiency and help reduce unnecessary energy waste in a property.

It may be suitable for some homes and businesses depending on the property, equipment and energy usage.

Commercial solar may be suitable for businesses with usable roof space, high daytime electricity usage or long-term plans to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions.

This can include warehouses, offices, farms, schools, factories, workshops, retail premises and other commercial buildings.

Usually, yes. Commercial projects often require a more detailed review of the building, roof space, energy usage, electrical infrastructure and business requirements.

A remote survey can still be a useful starting point. You can also visit our commercial services page for more information.

Solar panels can help businesses generate some of their own electricity and reduce reliance on grid energy.

The actual savings depend on system size, electricity usage, export arrangements, tariffs and how much generated energy is used on site.

Yes. We can speak with landowners about larger renewable energy projects, including solar farms and related opportunities.

If you have land or a larger site you would like us to review, please contact us with the details.

Positive Energy Solutions is based in Furness Vale, High Peak.

We work with homeowners, businesses and landowners across Derbyshire and surrounding areas.

Yes. We help customers across Derbyshire, including Derby City, Amber Valley, Bolsover, Chesterfield, Derbyshire Dales, Erewash, High Peak, North East Derbyshire and South Derbyshire.

Yes. We also support customers in nearby areas across Cheshire and Greater Manchester, including Stockport, Macclesfield and surrounding towns and villages.

We cover High Peak areas including Buxton, Glossop, New Mills, Chapel-en-le-Frith, Whaley Bridge, Hadfield, Hayfield, Tintwistle, Chinley, Furness Vale and nearby villages.

Yes. You are still welcome to contact us or complete the remote survey. We will let you know whether we can help or advise you on the best next step.

Yes. If you would prefer to speak to us first, you can contact Positive Energy Solutions by phone, email or through our enquiry form.

We use the information you provide to respond to your enquiry, review your property, understand your requirements and contact you about the next step.

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You can read our customer terms on the Terms & Conditions page.

Yes. Many customers come to us at the early research stage.

You do not need to know exactly what system you want. Tell us about your property and what you are trying to achieve, and we will help you understand the options.