Ronald was great to help me sort out my giv energy inverter issue since company has gone bankrupt in april 26.
Ankur Kr. Gupta · Jun 2026 Google
Solar Panel Maintenance in Yorkshire
Yorkshire has one of the oldest solar fleets in England — tens of thousands of systems installed during the FiT era that have never been professionally serviced. Panels degrade, connectors corrode, isolators fail, cable clips snap, and settings drift. An annual maintenance visit catches all of this before it costs you generation or becomes a safety issue.
from £195 · standard system · one-off, no subscription
- Based in Leeds — same-week availability
- Physical inspection + settings audit
- Written report within 24 hours
Book a maintenance visit
Standard system (up to 12 panels, 1 inverter, 1 battery) — £195. Larger systems quoted on enquiry. One-off visit, no subscription.
Book maintenance visitRemote health check — £145This company are a rare gem, I had a very unusual problem following a failed firmware upgrade on my GivEnergy kit. I then found out GivEnergy were in administration and had dismissed all their support staff! None of the usual fixes to try and restore my inverter comms would work, and I looked everywhere, forums, GivEnergy youtube support videos - even AI couldn't figure it out. My installer was talking about huge sums for system replacements, and being vague / evasive about if they'd even install replacement GivEnergy inverter. Enter Solar Tech Support, reassuring and knowledgeable from the very start, I've learnt loads about my solar system though the friendly chat while my engineer worked as he diagnosed the problem and figured out a fix procedure that I've not found anywhere else - amazing. If you need solar system repairs - especially if you like me have been left high and dry by GivEnergy, I cannot recommend this company enough. Give them a call.
Andy Thomas · Apr 2026
Ron want out of is way to help, nothing was to much. He was very thorough in what he did Very knowledgeable I would highly recommend Ron and his company He did a fantastic job for me. if you have any problems, he'll do his best to help you out and resolve your problem. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them
Dennis Brown · May 2026
My 90-year-old father-in-law had a solar system installed nearly three years ago that never worked properly and kept tripping out. Neither the original installer nor GivEnergy could resolve the issues, and we were even pushed towards replacing the system entirely when GivEnergy went bust. I contacted Ron at Solar Tech Support via WhatsApp, and within a few hours he had diagnosed multiple faults — including incorrect wiring that posed a potential fire risk. He carried out a home visit in Nottingham for £295 (including parts), fixed everything, completed firmware updates, and ensured the system was fully operational. Since then, it has worked perfectly. Ron was knowledgeable, responsive, and took the time to explain everything clearly. Highly recommended — excellent value and complete peace of mind.
Julian F · Jun 2026 Google
Called back within a day and gave good advice.
Rob and Sue Dempster · Jun 2026 Google
I sent a message on their website regarding a problem I have on my Givenergy system. Although not supplied by Ronald, I thought it was worth an email. Within the hour on a Saturday, he phoned and we discussed the problem. He logged in remotely and gave excellent advice. I'm too far away for his on-site help but he did diagnose the problem and was happy also to chat through my thoughts about an upcoming solar/battery install I'm planning. Great bloke.... if only he was nearer!
Philip · Apr 2026
Yorkshire context
Why Yorkshire solar systems need maintenance more than most
The majority of solar systems across Yorkshire were installed between 2010 and 2015 under the Feed-in Tariff. Many were installed quickly through government energy efficiency schemes — Mark Group, Solarplicity, Snug Energy — with minimal aftercare. When those companies went bust, the aftercare disappeared entirely. The result: thousands of systems across South and West Yorkshire that have been running for 10–15 years without a single professional service visit.
10–15 yr
Average age of FiT-era systems — most never serviced
1–2 hrs
Typical on-site visit duration
24 hrs
Written report delivered after the visit
Physical degradation is cumulative — corroded connectors, cracked cable clips, and failing isolators don't fix themselves. A system that "seems fine" on the monitoring portal can have multiple physical issues that are silently reducing output or creating safety risks. An annual maintenance visit catches all of this. Full maintenance service details →
What's included
What we check on every Yorkshire maintenance visit
Every visit follows the same thorough inspection protocol regardless of system brand or age. Here's what the engineer covers on site.
Panel and roof inspection
Visual check of every panel for cracks, delamination, hotspots, soiling, and bird damage. Mounting frames and fixings checked for corrosion. Cable clips and trunking inspected for UV degradation — common after 5+ years. Light cleaning included where safe.
Electrical safety checks
DC isolator operation confirmed. AC isolator and consumer unit connections checked. Earth bond continuity verified. Cable entry points inspected for water ingress. Any signs of heat damage, arcing, or loose connections flagged immediately.
Inverter and battery health
Inverter physically inspected for fan noise, heat discolouration, and error indicators. Battery units checked for swelling, damage, and cable condition. Cell balance reviewed. Generation performance compared against expected output for your system size and location.
Settings and configuration audit
Export limit verified against DNO agreement. Charge and discharge schedules reviewed for your current tariff. Firmware version noted with update recommendation if needed. Monitoring portal checked. CT clamp orientation confirmed.
The written report follows within 24 hours — findings, photos, and prioritised actions. If any faults are found during the visit that need repair, we quote separately. Full checklist and service details →
Who this is for
When to book a maintenance visit
Never been serviced
System installed 5+ years ago and no professional has looked at it since. This is the majority of FiT-era systems across Yorkshire.
Installer gone bust
Mark Group, Solarplicity, Snug Energy, All Seasons Energy — all gone. We're your independent replacement for ongoing maintenance.
Annual routine service
Keeping the system in good condition year on year. Many manufacturers recommend annual inspections — it also protects warranty validity.
Before winter
Catch any issues before the low-generation months when you're relying more on battery and grid. A pre-winter check maximises self-consumption.
Selling your home
A recent maintenance report provides documented proof the system is professionally maintained — useful for conveyancing and buyer confidence.
Battery recently added
A maintenance visit after a battery retrofit confirms everything is wired correctly, charge schedules are optimised, and EPS is functioning.
Coverage
Where we carry out maintenance visits across Yorkshire
We're based in Leeds and cover the whole region. No additional travel charge within Yorkshire.
Core — 2–3 days
Inner ring — within a week
Outer ring — within 2 weeks
Solar maintenance in Yorkshire — common questions
A standard annual maintenance visit is from £195 for systems up to 12 panels, one inverter, and one battery. Larger systems or multi-battery stacks are quoted on enquiry. This is a one-off visit — no subscription or ongoing commitment. The price includes physical inspection, electrical checks, settings audit, and a written maintenance report. Full service details →
Most manufacturers recommend an annual inspection. For systems under five years old in good condition, every 12 to 18 months is reasonable. Older FiT-era systems — which make up the majority in Yorkshire — benefit from annual visits because physical issues like corroded connectors, degraded cable clips, and failing isolators only get worse over time. If your system has battery storage, annual servicing is particularly important for battery health and charge cycle efficiency.
Yes — and this is one of the most common reasons Yorkshire homeowners book a maintenance visit with us. Mark Group, Solarplicity, Snug Energy, and All Seasons Energy all installed thousands of systems across the region before folding. Many of these systems have never been serviced since installation. We service all brands and all installer configurations — no previous relationship with the original installer needed. Installer gone bust guide →
A remote health check analyses your system's performance data, settings, and battery telemetry from monitoring software — no one visits your property. It costs £145. A maintenance visit is an on-site service where an engineer physically inspects every component: panels, cabling, isolators, earthing, inverter, battery, and connections. Physical issues like corroded connectors, water ingress, and panel soiling cannot be identified remotely.
When was your system last professionally serviced?
If the answer is "never" or "I don't know" — book a maintenance visit. We'll inspect every component, check all settings, and give you a written report with any actions needed. One-off visit, no subscription, no pressure.
- Standard system from £195 · 1–2 hour visit
- Written report within 24 hours
- Don't need a visit? Remote health check £145
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