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EV charging
From 2030, the UK Government plan to make all new cars sold exclusively electric vehicles and with electric cars on the increase beforehand KR Electrics & Renewable Solutions Ltd can help with your EV charging needs, reducing your vehicle running costs especially when charging from home.
Electric cars are significantly cheaper to run than petrol or diesel and by having and you have the option to charge your car overnight, taking advantage of off peak electricity rates to lower your monthly bills.
EV charge point benefits:
Electric Vehicles can be plugged in overnight, meaning you are ready to go in the morning and taking advantage of off peak rates.
EV chargers have built in electrical and temperature protection rather than charging with a 3 point plug.

- Designed specifically for your needs
- Cheapest, most convenient and safest option
- Can divert surplus green energy from a solar PV system giving you miles for free
- Electric Vehicles can be plugged in when you sleep, meaning you are ready to go in the morning and taking advantage of off peak rates to lower your energy bills
- Charging at home reduces the risk of theft or vandalism in a public place
- No planning permission needed
- Uses the latest Electric Vehicle technology which connects to an app giving you control over charging

Why choose us?
We only use high end equipment from reputable manufacturers, designing the most appropriate systems for your individual needs and providing you with different options to choose from. Although we may not be the cheapest, we provide a high quality service with fair and transparent pricing and pride ourselves on our customer service and after sales support. We ensure that the manufacturer’s warranties are proven to be honest and effective, giving us peace of mind that if anything was to go wrong, it could be rectified easily.
- Free site survey
- Expert advice and support through the decision making process
- Installed by highly skilled, certified installers to give you peace of mind
- Technology uses the latest Electric Vehicle technology which connects to a smart app giving you control over charging
- Provide full protection through MCS certified, RECC, NICEIC
- Buy with confidence and TrustMark approved
Installation process
4 easy steps:
We will then arrange a free site survey and discuss your expectations and needs.
This will include different tailor made options for you to choose from.
We will set a date for your install by our highly trained team of experts.
We will test and commission your system in line with MCS installation standards.
Our quotes include the installation of your solar PV mounting system, all electrical, cabling connections and components to complete your install to the manufacturer’s specifications as well as all required scaffolding and/or access equipment.
We will test and commission your system in line with MCS installation standards to ensure that the system is safe, has been installed in accordance with documented procedures and manufacturer’s requirements and is operating correctly in accordance with the system design. We will register your system with the MCS and certification will be generated. KR Electrics & Renewable Solutions Ltd will collate and provide to you a comprehensive handover document pack at the point at which the Solar PV system is handed over to you. Also teaching you how to navigate your smart app to enable you to monitor and control your system.
Any issues with your system?
KR Electrics & Renewable Solutions provide a 2 year workmanship guarantee from the date of install and equipment guarantees by the manufacturer.
Although Solar PV is reasonably ‘fit and forget’ technology, certain parts such as the inverter may need servicing or have to be replaced in the lifetime of the panels. A yearly check of the system is recommended.
KR Electrics & Renewable Solutions Ltd also offer our Solar Maintenance and Servicing options to homes and businesses across the UK, tailored to your specific needs and available as a yearly subscription or a one off health check.
In addition to the Government’s 0% incentive on renewable energy technologies until March 2027, there are some Government grants and schemes such as Warm Homes:Local Grant if you have an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rated D or less, are on a low income, receiving certain benefits or living in a certain postcode area. More info - https://www.gov.uk/apply-warm-homes-local-grant
Usually you do not need planning permission when installing solar panels and batteries as they are normally classed as ‘Permitted Development’, however if the property is a listed building or located within a conservation area it is likely that you may need planning
permission.
Your local planning authority would be able to advise you of this further.
Your suitability for solar depends on:
- Your current electricity consumption.
- The pitch, orientation and space available on your roof.
- Any shading and the radiance level.
At KR Electrics & Renewable Solutions Ltd we can advise you on the best options, contact us today for more information.
While it's completely your decision whether to have a complete solar PV system with battery storage, there are many perks to doing so.
Get in contact today to get a tailored quote and discuss your solar options.
KR Electrics & Renewable Solutions Ltd are willing to help with fault finding. Get in contact today.