Location: Caversham, Reading, Berkshire
Installer: TEMS Solar
System Characteristics:
Solar PV Capacity: 8.7kWp
Panels Installed: 20x JINKO 435W
Inverter: Fox 6Kw Hybrid Inverter
Battery Storage: Fox ECS 11.6kW High Voltage Battery System
Case Study: Multi-Aspect Solar & Battery Installation – Caversham, Reading, Berkshire
Project Overview
TEMS Solar completed a residential solar and battery installation in Caversham, Reading, Berkshire. The system was designed to maximise renewable energy generation across multiple roof aspects, while incorporating enhanced battery storage to improve self-consumption and reduce reliance on grid electricity.
System Design & Specifications
The installation delivers a total solar PV capacity of 8.7kWp using 20 JINKO 435W modules. The panels were installed across east and west-facing roof sections, creating a balanced generation profile that captures sunlight from morning through to evening.
A Fox 6kW hybrid inverter manages the system, seamlessly integrating solar production with battery storage. The system is paired with a Fox ECS 11.6kWh high-voltage battery, providing increased storage capacity to retain excess solar energy for use during evenings and periods of lower generation. The Larger battery allows for a substantial amount of energy to be taken from the grid during cheaper, off-peak tariffs to be used throughout the day.
Installation Highlights
A key feature of this project is the east-west roof configuration. This multi-aspect layout extends the generation window across the day, reducing reliance on peak midday sunlight and improving overall system self-consumption.
Results & Benefits
The installation provides the homeowner with:
Extended solar generation from morning through to evening
Increased self-consumption through high-capacity battery storage
Reduced electricity bills and lower reliance on the grid
Optimised use of east and west-facing roof space
Greater energy flexibility and independence
Conclusion
This project demonstrates how east-west solar installations combined with larger battery storage can deliver highly efficient, well-balanced energy systems. TEMS Solar provided a tailored solution designed to maximise performance, reliability, and long-term energy savings.