Location: Sandhurst, Berkshire
Installer: TEMS Solar

System Characteristics
Solar PV Capacity: 4.35kWp
Panels Installed: 10x JINKO 435W Modules
Inverter: Fox 3.7KW Hybrid inverter
Battery Storage: Fox ECS 5.8KW

Case Study: Residential Solar Installation in Sandhurst

A homeowner in Sandhurst partnered with TEMS Solar to take a major step toward energy independence with a tailored solar and battery solution designed for long-term efficiency and resilience.

System Overview

• Solar PV Capacity: 4.35 kWp

• Panels Installed: 10 × Jinko 435W modules

• Inverter: Fox 3.7 kW Hybrid Inverter

• Battery Storage: Fox ECS 5.8 kWh

• Roof Orientation: South-South-West (SSW)

The Installation

This system was carefully designed to maximize generation from a SSW-facing roof, capturing strong afternoon and early evening sunlight—ideal for aligning energy production with peak household demand. The high-efficiency Jinko modules ensure robust output, while the Fox hybrid inverter seamlessly integrates solar generation with battery storage.

The addition of a 5.8 kWh battery enables the homeowner to store excess daytime energy for use later in the day, reducing reliance on the grid and protecting against rising electricity costs.

Energy Independence in Action

With this setup, the household can generate, store, and use its own renewable energy across more hours of the day. During sunny periods, much of the home’s electricity demand is met directly from solar, with surplus energy stored for evening use. This significantly lowers grid dependency and enhances energy security—key benefits in an era of fluctuating energy prices.

Local Area Relevance

Sandhurst, located in Berkshire, benefits from a relatively mild southern UK climate with consistent solar potential throughout the year. Suburban properties in the area often feature pitched roofs with favorable orientations, making them well-suited for solar PV installations. With increasing local interest in sustainability and energy cost control, systems like this demonstrate how homeowners in Sandhurst can take practical steps toward self-sufficiency while reducing their carbon footprint.

Outcome

This installation highlights how a well-designed solar-plus-storage system can empower homeowners to move closer to full energy independence—producing clean electricity on-site, storing it efficiently, and reducing exposure to external energy market volatility.