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How Many Solar Panels Do I Need for a 3 Bedroom House? How Many Solar Panels Do I Need for a 3 Bedroom House?Latest NewsRenewables

How Many Solar Panels Do I Need for a 3 Bedroom House?

If you are wondering how many solar panels do I need for a 3-bedroom house, you might expect there to be a standard number. In reality, the number of bedrooms only tells us a small part of the story. Two three bedroom homes can use very different amounts of electricity. For example, one property might have two people who are out at work during the day. Another could have a family of four, an electric vehicle, an air source heat pump and somebody working from home. Therefore, at West Coast Electrical & Renewables, we look at your actual electricity consumption,…
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September 4, 2026
How Do I Know If My House Needs Rewiring? How Do I Know If My House Needs Rewiring?Latest NewsRenewables

How Do I Know If My House Needs Rewiring?

If you are asking, does my house need rewiring, there may already be something about your electrics that has caught your attention. Perhaps your property has an older fuse box, you have noticed damaged sockets, or you simply do not know when the wiring was last updated. Whatever the reason, understanding the condition of your electrical installation is important. At West Coast Electrical & Renewables, we carry out electrical testing, fault finding and house rewires across Blackpool and the surrounding areas. Every property is different. Therefore, rather than judging an electrical installation on age alone, we look at its condition,…
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September 2, 2026
Why Your Electricity Usage Matters More Than the Number of Solar Panels Why Your Electricity Usage Matters More Than the Number of Solar PanelsLatest NewsRenewables

Why Your Electricity Usage Matters More Than the Number of Solar Panels

When people start looking into solar panels, one of the first questions they often ask is, “How many solar panels do I need?” It sounds like the obvious place to start. However, the number of panels on your roof only tells part of the story. At West Coast Electrical & Renewables, we look closely at your electricity usage before designing a solar PV system. How much electricity you use, when you use it and how your energy needs could change in the future can all influence the system that suits your home. Two similar houses could have completely different energy…
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August 31, 2026
Can I Add More Solar Panels to a New Build Home? Can I Add More Solar Panels to a New Build Home?Latest NewsRenewables

Can I Add More Solar Panels to a New Build Home?

If you have bought a new build with solar already installed, you may be wondering whether the original system is enough for your household. Many new homes now include solar PV as part of their energy efficient design. However, the system installed by the developer may not always reflect the amount of electricity your family will actually use. So, can you add more solar panels to a new build home? In many cases, yes. Depending on the existing system, available roof space and electrical setup, you may be able to increase your solar capacity. You could also consider battery storage,…
Westcoast Electrical
August 28, 2026
Can I Add More Solar Panels to My Existing System? Can I Add More Solar Panels to My Existing System?Latest NewsRenewables

Can I Add More Solar Panels to My Existing System?

Your electricity needs today may look very different from when your solar panels were first installed. Perhaps you now have an electric vehicle, work from home or plan to install an air source heat pump. You may also have unused roof space that could support additional panels. So, can you add more solar panels to an existing system? In many cases, yes. However, we need to consider the existing inverter, panels, roof space and grid connection before expanding a solar PV system. Why Add More Solar Panels? There are several reasons why homeowners decide to expand an existing solar installation.…
Westcoast Electrical
August 26, 2026
What Is MCS Certification and Why Does It Matter? What Is MCS Certification and Why Does It Matter?Latest NewsRenewables

What Is MCS Certification and Why Does It Matter?

You may have seen the MCS logo on a solar installer’s website or heard the term when researching renewable energy. However, what does MCS certification actually mean? More importantly, why should you check whether your installer is MCS certified before going ahead? MCS plays an important role in the UK renewable energy industry. It sets standards for small scale renewable technologies and the companies that install them. Therefore, choosing an MCS certified installer gives you additional assurance that recognised technical and quality standards apply to your installation. At West Coast Electrical & Renewables, we hold MCS certification for the renewable…
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August 24, 2026
Can Birds Damage Solar Panels? Can birds damage solar panels? Learn how nesting birds can affect your solar system, what signs to look for and how to protect your investment.Latest NewsRenewables

Can Birds Damage Solar Panels?

Pigeons sitting on your roof might not seem like much of a problem, but once they discover the space beneath your solar panels, things can quickly change. While the panels themselves are built to cope with years of British weather, nesting birds can create issues around the installation that are often overlooked. So, can birds damage solar panels? Although it’s rarely the panels themselves that suffer, birds can create a range of problems around your solar system if they’re allowed to nest beneath it. Why do birds nest under solar panels? Once solar panels are installed, they create a sheltered…
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August 21, 2026
Battery Storage Installers in Blackpool Battery Storage Installers in BlackpoolLatest NewsRenewables

Battery Storage Installers in Blackpool

If you’re searching for battery storage installers in Blackpool, you’re probably looking for ways to make better use of the electricity your home generates or buy electricity when it’s cheapest. Home battery storage has become one of the most talked about renewable technologies because it gives homeowners more control over how and when they use energy. At West Coast Electrical & Renewables, we design and install battery storage systems across Blackpool, Poulton le Fylde, Thornton Cleveleys, Lytham St Annes and the surrounding Lancashire area. Every system is designed around your property, your electricity usage and your future plans. What does…
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August 19, 2026
Flat Roof Solar Panels in Blackpool Flat Roof Solar Panels in BlackpoolLatest NewsRenewables

Flat Roof Solar Panels in Blackpool

If you’re considering flat roof solar panels in Blackpool, you may be wondering whether they’re as effective as panels installed on a pitched roof. The good news is that a well designed flat roof solar system can perform exceptionally well. In fact, a flat roof often gives installers greater flexibility to position panels at the ideal angle and orientation for energy generation. At West Coast Electrical & Renewables, we install flat roof solar systems for both domestic and commercial properties across Blackpool, Poulton-le-Fylde, Thornton Cleveleys, Lytham St Annes and the surrounding Lancashire area. Every installation is carefully designed to suit…
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August 17, 2026
What Happens to Excess Solar Energy? What Happens to Excess Solar Energy?Latest NewsRenewables

What Happens to Excess Solar Energy?

Your solar panels are producing more electricity than your home needs. So where does the rest of that electricity actually go? It is a question we hear regularly, particularly from customers trying to understand how to make the best use of their solar PV system. The answer depends on how your system has been designed, whether you have battery storage and what export arrangements are in place. Excess solar energy does not simply disappear. Depending on the system, it can be stored in a battery for later use or exported to the electricity network. Therefore, understanding how these different parts…
Westcoast Electrical
August 14, 2026