Moy Solar
Powering communities
About Moy Solar
Moy Solar is a family-owned solar PV Panel installation company based in Ballina, Co. Mayo. Our mission is to make renewable energy accessible and convenient for homes, businesses and farms across the West and North West of Ireland. Our customers are at the heart of everything we do and we strive to be a reliable source of information and advice for anyone exploring solar PV panels as an energy source.
Our team is here to help you ensure that when it comes to making decisions about your energy needs that you have all the accurate information you need to make a decision that’s right for you. We are passionate about renewable energy and the positive impact our technology can have on the environment for many generations to come. Ireland is undergoing a surge in renewable energy source adoption and at Moy Solar we are enabling all of our customers to be at the cutting edge of this new wave and save on their bills, while doing what is right for our planet.
What Are Solar PV Panels?
Solar panels designed to generate electricity are commonly known as solar photovoltaic (PV) panels and are the preferred type of panel in recent times due to their efficiency. These innovative panels harness the power of sunlight to produce electrical energy, which can be directly utilised to power your home or business. Moy Solar specialises in the installation of Jinko Solar PV Panels in Mayo and the surrounding counties, which offer a best-in-class, sustainable and eco-friendly source of power for your energy needs.
Solar pv panels in mayo
Moy Solar provides high-quality solar PV systems tailored to Mayo’s climate, helping homeowners reduce electricity bills, increase property value, and embrace sustainable energy. We’ll guide you through the steps, starting with your free consultation all the way through to installation. Along the way we’ll even assist in helping fill out your SEAI grant, which will hopefully take some of the financial burden away as you take your home to the next level.
Why Moy Solar?
Experienced, Local Team
Customer Support
We continue to be available for aftercare support, long after the installation is complete. Our support extends beyond the completion of the job.
Hassle-Free SEAI Paperwork
To make your switch to solar as smooth as possible, Moy Solar handles the SEAI paperwork on your behalf.
Premium Quality Materials
We use the highest quality materials and equipment in all of our installations. This ensures that every solar system we install is durable, efficient, and performs at its best for years to come. All of our products come with extensive manufacturers warranty, see our product pages for more details on what we install and the warranties for each products.
SEAI Accredited Installer
As an accredited installer with the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), Moy Solar meets and exceeds stringent quality and performance standards, ensuring that we are equipped to offer you state-of-the-art solar solutions.
From design to build
Our team uses specialist solar design software to get exactly the right solution for you and your home, bespoke to your energy needs.
Why Invest In Solar PV Panels Now?
Solar pv panels provide a way to significantly reduce dependence on grid power, which is predominantly generated from non-renewable sources. Solar PV systems can save you up to 80% on your electricity bills, depending on energy needs and system size etc. Having less dependency on the grid also offers some independence.
Grants and incentives are available for home and business owners to make installation of Solar Panels more affordable. At Moy Solar we help you apply for your SEAI grant and handle paperwork on your behalf.
On 1st May 2023, the rate of VAT on domestic solar installations was reduced from 13.5% to 0%. The new 0% VAT rate on PV solar panel installations applies to private dwellings only (houses & apartments). The 0% VAT rate includes solar PV panels, labour, inverter, battery and wiring.
You can find full details on the official guidance from revenue here.
As part of the SEAI grant process, you must get a BER assessor out to your home after the system is installed to give your home a new BER rating. Moy Solar don’t arrange or carry out the BER assessment, but we can give you contact details of our recommended assessors.
You can also find a local BER assessor on the SEAI’s website.
Our Process
At Moy Solar we aim to keep the whole process as simple as possible for you and to bring minimum disruption to you during the planning and installation:
- Get in touch
- Free site survey
- System design and quotation follow up
- Proposal accepted
- Kick off SEAI application
- Installation scheduling
- Installation and system handover
- We upload paperwork to SEAI portal for you
- Visit from BER assessor
- Refer a friend and claim €200
A few of our commonly asked questions
How does solar impact my property value?
Solar energy systems increase the value of a home as well as improving the BER rating.
How much is the SEAI solar grant?
The maximum amount available is €1,800, which most homes will be able to avail of. The amount is calculated based on kWp (kilowatt peak), which is how solar PV systems are measured:
- €700 for each kWp up to 2 kWp
- €200 for each additional kWp up to 4 kWp
Based on the panels we use (Jinko 440W), some examples of grant amounts are:
- 6 panel system: €1,528
- 8 panel system: €1,704
- 10 panel system and bigger: €1,800 (maximum)
What is the difference between Solar Thermal and Solar PV Panels?
In essence, PV systems generate electricity, while thermal systems are focused on heating solutions. At Moy Solar, we only install solar PV systems due to their efficiency and more versatile application in households and businesses.
Can solar panels still generate power on cloudy days?
Yes, solar panels can generate power on cloudy days, but their efficiency decreases because less sunlight reaches the panels. They can still produce electricity from indirect or diffused sunlight, though the output will be lower compared to sunny days.
How do solar panels work?
Solar panels convert sunlight into electricity through photovoltaic (PV) cells. These cells absorb sunlight, exciting electrons to create an electrical current, which is then converted from direct current (DC) to usable alternating current (AC) by an inverter.
Can solar panels heat my water too?
Yes, if you have the MyEnergi Eddi installed you can direct excess electricity generated by your panels to the immersion heater. You can learn more about the Eddi on our products page.
Will I get paid for electricity that goes back into the national grid?
Yes, this is possible. Micro-generation is the generation of green electricity from renewable technologies, such as solar panels. The Government Micro-generation Support Scheme is now available so that those with a registered micro-generation device can sell any excess electricity back to Ireland’s electricity grid.
Please note, you must have a Smart Meter installed for this to be possible. Moy Solar does not install Smart Meters, but can steer you on where to get one. For more information on eligibility and process, you can visit here.
