Independent by design · Devon & Somerset · Available 24/7 hello@thesolarbroker.co.uk0800 870 8003 HomeServicesSolar Panels Find out whether solar is worthwhile for your home, how many panels will fit and what the system could realistically generate. Battery Storage We calculate whether a battery is likely to improve your savings, resilience or use of cheaper overnight electricity, rather than adding one automatically. EV Chargers Choose a charger that works with your vehicle, electricity supply, solar system and future plans. Backup Power & Energy Independence Explore systems designed to keep selected circuits running during a power cut and reduce your reliance on peak-rate electricity. Drone Surveys Your roof is inspected and measured before we recommend a system, helping avoid unsuitable layouts, overlooked shading and unrealistic generation estimates. Free Solar Suitability Consultation A 10–20 minute conversation about your home, electricity use and what you want solar to achieve. You will not be asked to make a decision during the call. Grants & Funding Guidance We explain the funding, VAT, export and finance options that may apply to your circumstances, without suggesting that everyone will qualify. Compare Suitable Installer Proposals Where suitable, we obtain comparable proposals from a small number of installers selected for your property, location and system requirements. Support After Installation We don't disappear after install. You keep our direct number and we step in to resolve any aftercare issue with the installer, whenever it comes up. AreasEX · Exeter Postcode ExeterExmouthBarnstapleSurrounding Areas TQ · Torquay Postcode TorquayNewton AbbotPaigntonSurrounding Areas TA · Taunton Postcode TauntonBridgwaterYeovilSurrounding Areas PL · Plymouth Postcode PlymouthSaltashTavistockSurrounding Areas Our WorkOur WorkCase Study 01Case Study 02 AboutAboutReviews Contact0800 870 8003Book your free consultation - Home - Our Work - Case Study 01Case Study Library · 01 # Helping one homeowner buy solar with confidence. A detailed assessment, the right installation partner and a completed system the customer is delighted with. £4,000+ lower than the original proposal 5 kW+ peak output already recorded ★★★★★ a delighted homeowner The homeowner's journey ## The installation was the outcome. The evidence came first. Rather than beginning with a product or a sales proposal, we began by understanding the property, the roof, the existing electrical installation and the practical route from survey to completion. Evidence before advice. Advice before installation. Stage 1 · The roof assessment ## Measuring what was really possible. The drone survey provided an accurate view of the roof's size, shape, condition, obstacles and surroundings before any final recommendation was made. ### The starting point A clear aerial view allowed the usable roof area to be measured while accounting for the chimney, ridge, eaves and roof edges. ### Accurate layout planning The near-vertical view gave the information needed to test panel layouts properly rather than relying on a satellite image or an estimate. The wider view helped assess the roof in context, including orientation, nearby vegetation, access and the relationship between the house and its surroundings. Stage 2 · Roof condition ## Providing clarity before panels were fitted. The homeowner already knew that storm damage had caused some slates to slip and had arranged an insurance assessment. The drone survey provided an exact visual record of the affected areas and the amount of repair work required. Storm damage documented precisely. The aerial imagery showed the location and extent of the slipped slates, helping the repairs to be completed before the solar installation began.The roof was repaired first, so the new system could be installed onto a sound and properly prepared surface. Stage 3 · Understanding the whole property ## Solar design goes beyond the roof. The electrical supply, consumer unit, loft construction, access and proposed cable routes were all reviewed so the installation could be planned before work started. ### Existing electrics The consumer unit was inspected to understand the existing circuits, available protection and any work that might be required. ### Incoming supply The meter position and incoming electrical equipment were recorded as part of planning a compliant, practical installation. ### Internal access Potential routes through the property were considered in advance to minimise disruption and avoid unnecessary visible cabling. ### Loft and roof structure The roof space provided evidence about the timber structure, access, insulation and the practical route for installation work. The sheltered external wall was assessed as a practical location for the inverter and batteries, keeping the equipment accessible while avoiding intrusion into the living space. Stage 4 · Comparing the options ## Choosing the right installer, not simply accepting the first proposal. After reviewing the property and the available choices, the homeowner selected a different installation partner from the one behind the original proposal. The completed project was more than £4,000 lower in price while still delivering the system, workmanship and support the homeowner wanted. - 1 ### Assess the home Measure the roof, understand the property and identify anything that should be resolved first. - 2 ### Compare suitable choices Consider installer suitability, system design, workmanship, protection and overall value, not price alone. - 3 ### Proceed with confidence Move forward only once the homeowner understands why the recommendation suits their home. Stage 5 · The completed roof ## A balanced layout designed around the property. The finished array sits neatly within the available roof area, with clear margins and a carefully proportioned layout. The overhead photograph confirms the final position, symmetry and clearances of the completed panel array. ### Designed to fit the roof The installation uses the available space effectively without making the array appear crowded or improvised. ### Workmanship you can see The closer view shows consistent alignment and a clean, orderly finish across the array. The wider view shows the completed installation as part of the whole property, not simply as equipment placed on a roof. Stage 6 · Inverter and battery installation ## The standard of work matters off the roof too. The inverter, battery storage and isolation equipment were positioned in the surveyed location, creating an accessible and professionally finished installation. ### Complete energy system The inverter and twin battery units have been grouped logically, with clear access to the equipment and isolator. ### A neat final result The side view shows how the installation sits within the sheltered external space while remaining accessible for future inspection and maintenance. The early result ## Strong performance, even without a due-south roof. The system has already recorded peak output above 5 kW in favourable conditions. It is a useful reminder that roof orientation is only one part of good solar design. "Danny made the whole process easy from start to finish. He took the time to assess our home properly, explained everything clearly and never put us under any pressure. We felt confident we were making the right decision because the advice was based on what suited our home, not on making a sale. The installation was completed professionally, we're delighted with the finished system and would happily recommend Danny and The Solar Broker to anyone considering solar."Richard · HomeownerThe original customer review, shared with permission. Case Study Library · 02 ## Keeping an installation on track Asbestos-containing tiles were found mid-project. Specialist work was coordinated, the scaffolding deadline was met and the homeowner was delighted. Read case study 02 Thinking about solar? ## Most homeowners don't need more quotes. They need better information. We assess your home, explain the evidence and help you understand the most suitable way forward, before you commit to an installation. Book your free consultation 0800 870 8003 Independent solar advice for homeowners across Devon, Somerset and south-east Cornwall. You pay us nothing; every installer pays the same fixed fee if you choose to proceed. Based in Topsham, Exeter, and covering homes across the stated EX, TQ, TA and PL postcode areas. Not sure whether your postcode is included? 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