in roof Solar Panels

AKA Integrated Solar Panels

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Integrated Solar Panels for a Seamless Look

Integrated Solar Panels, also known as In-roof Solar Panels, are designed to sit flush with your roof. Unlike traditional on-roof Solar Panels, which are installed on top of your existing roof tiles, integrated Solar Panels replace the roof tiles entirely. This allows the panels to be embedded directly into the roof structure, creating a sleek, seamless appearance. These panels are specifically designed to function just like roof tiles, providing 100% waterproofing to protect your home from the elements while also generating clean, renewable solar energy.

With Integrated Solar Panels, you can enjoy the aesthetic and functional benefits of modern solar technology, seamlessly integrated into your home’s design.

Benefits of Integrated Solar Panels

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Integrated Solar Panels eliminate the need for unsightly bird protection measures that are typically required with traditional on-roof panels. This keeps your roof looking clean and attractive.

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Enhanced Longevity

All connections and cables are housed within the roof space, protecting them from harsh weather conditions and extending the lifespan of your solar installation.

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Sleek Aesthetics

The flush design enhances the overall appearance of your roof, providing a modern, streamlined look that blends seamlessly with your home’s architecture.

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Integrated Solar Panels eliminate the need for unsightly bird protection measures that are typically required with traditional on-roof panels. This keeps your roof looking clean and attractive.

At Tile Energy, we specialise in the installation of integrated solar panels, ensuring a seamless and efficient process that enhances the aesthetic and functional value of your home.

Here’s how we retrofit your roof with the GSE Integrated Solar Panel System . . .

Step One | Strip the Current Roof Tiles

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Our expert team begins by carefully removing the existing roof tiles in the areas where the solar panels will be installed. This step is crucial to prepare the roof for the integration of the solar panels and to ensure a flush installation. We take great care to protect the surrounding roof tiles and structure during this process.

Step Two | Install the GSE Integrated Roof System

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Next, we install the GSE integrated roof system, which serves as the foundation for the solar panels. The GSE system is designed to replace the removed roof tiles and provide a robust, waterproof base. This system ensures that the solar panels are securely fixed and that your roof remains fully protected from the elements.

Step Three | Install the Panels into the GSE Frame

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Once the GSE integrated roof system is in place, we proceed to install the solar panels into the GSE frame. This involves securely mounting the panels within the specially designed framework, ensuring they sit flush with the roof surface. Our technicians ensure all connections and cables are neatly housed within the roof space, protecting them from weather exposure and enhancing the system's longevity.

Step Four | Tile Around the Frame and Panels

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Finally, we re-tile around the GSE frame and installed solar panels. This step involves carefully placing tiles around the integrated panels to create a seamless and aesthetically pleasing finish. The result is a roof that not only generates clean, renewable energy but also maintains a sleek, modern appearance.

Integrated Solar Panels for New Builds and Re-Roofing

If you are building a new property, renovating, or your roof needs new felt and battens, integrating solar panels during the roofing process is undoubtedly the most cost-effective solution. Here’s why:

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Cost Efficiency

When your roof is already stripped for renovation or new construction, the installation of integrated solar panels becomes significantly more economical. The additional cost of installing the solar panels can be offset against the reduced labour and materials needed to re-tile the roof. This integrated approach eliminates the need for double handling and reduces overall roofing expenses.

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Simplified Installation

With the roof already stripped, the installation process for integrated solar panels is more straightforward and less labour-intensive. This not only speeds up the installation but also lowers the overall cost, making it an ideal time to invest in solar energy.

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Aesthetic Appeal

Integrated panels sit flush with the roof, providing a sleek, modern look that enhances the architectural design of your property.

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Increased Property Value

Properties with integrated solar panels are more attractive to buyers, offering long-term energy savings and sustainability.

Maximising Benefits

Re-roofing or building a new property presents a perfect opportunity to take advantage of the numerous benefits of integrated solar panels:

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Energy Efficiency

Generate clean, renewable energy to power your home, reducing your reliance on traditional energy sources and lowering your utility bills.

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Durability and Protection

Integrated panels replace traditional roof tiles, offering 100% waterproofing and protecting your home from the elements while securely housing all connections and cables within the roof space.

The Perfect Timing

Whether you are re-roofing or embarking on a new build, integrating solar panels is a smart and timely investment. It not only enhances the functionality and efficiency of your home but also ensures that you are capitalising on the best possible moment to install solar energy systems.

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Why Choose Tile Energy?

At Tile Energy, we specialise in seamlessly integrating solar panels into new and existing roofs. Our expert team ensures that every installation is completed to the highest standards, providing you with a durable, efficient, and aesthetically pleasing solar solution. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you make the most of your new build or re-roofing project with integrated solar panels.

Proven Track Record

We have successfully completed hundreds of in-roof solar panel installations, demonstrating our expertise and reliability in this specialised field.

Experienced Roofers

Our team comprises highly skilled and experienced roofers who are experts in installing integrated solar panels, ensuring a seamless and professional finish.

12 Years of Experience

With over 12 years in the industry, we bring extensive knowledge and expertise to every project, ensuring top-quality installations.

Fully Employed Team

All our electricians and roofers are fully employed by us, ensuring consistency, accountability, and quality control throughout every phase of your project.

Highly Experienced Surveyors

Our team includes highly experienced surveyors who leverage their expertise to assess your property accurately and recommend the best integrated solar panel solutions.

Market-Leading Design Software

We utilise cutting-edge design software to create customised plans for integrated solar panel installations, ensuring optimal placement and efficiency for your specific roof configuration.

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★★★★★ Independent Customer Review

Integrated Solar Panels - A Self Build Case Study

Zeno designed his self build in Old Town, Swindon around integrated in-roof solar from the very start. Here he explains why he chose Tile Energy and how the finished result compared to a retrofit.

Customer Case Study - Old Town, Swindon

Integrated Solar Panels - Zeno's Self Build in Old Town, Swindon

Zeno wanted to upgrade the efficiency of his home without compromising its appearance. He talks through choosing integrated panels, designing the roof around the panel sizes, the cost savings that brought, and the performance he has seen over his first six months.

Hi, I'm Zeno. I live in Old Town in Swindon, Wiltshire, and I've recently had a solar installation project completed by Tile Energy.

One of the things I wanted to do was really upgrade the efficiency of the house, but also provide future looking solutions to our energy consumption. I very quickly decided that solar was the best example of efficiency for my needs.

I went for integrated solar panels so that they were flush, so we didn't have any maintenance issues going forward and didn't aesthetically compromise the property. In those early discussions with Craig at the Self Build Centre, I went into the Tile Energy offices outside Swindon and said, here is what we need to build. We can design this roof to meet the solar panel sizes, so tell me what we should do. We then designed our project around the actual size of the panels.

There were cost savings straight away. The scaffolding could be shared, we saved on tiling, and the battening was able to be done much more efficiently. So the final result, not only in cost but in terms of looks, was significantly better than if it had been retrospectively fitted.

Very quickly we were talking about very technical questions which a lot of suppliers couldn't actually answer, and that grew my confidence. Tile Energy came out on top in terms of the technical information from people like Liam, who also supported the sales side and made sure the tailored solution was the one I would be happy with. There was no pushy sales front about needing all these other things.

We started with 12 panels but eventually had 19 panels fitted on this house, because it gave us the opportunity to increase the kilowatt hours production we could take advantage of. Responsiveness to any problems was very quick - within a day I had people from Tile Energy here to resolve technical issues. The installation went really smoothly, a very clean and tidy job, done on time and to everybody's expectations.

Now that we've had the solar system in for about six months, I've been able to look through the SolarEdge app at the production numbers each day, each week and each month. The pleasing thing is that I can see the performance levels Tile Energy forecasted are reducing my monthly bills. With energy costs generally rising, the break even point will be earlier in the cycle than I expected. I've recommended Tile Energy from my own personal experience, and my builders are now recommending Tile Energy too.

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The final result, not only in cost but in terms of looks, was significantly better than if it had been retrospectively fitted. I've recommended Tile Energy from my own personal experience, and my builders are now recommending Tile Energy too.

Zeno
Old Town, Swindon