Do solar panels work in a power cut?

DNA Power Solutions are innovative and experienced electricians and solar installers. Having worked with property owners across Kettering, we consider ourselves to be experts in the field so we’re happy to answer any questions you might have.

Solar panels and battery storage

Solar panels are great for the most part, creating renewable energy using natural resources. Solar battery storage also uses clever technology to store excess electrical energy for when you might need in the evenings for example. However, in the event of a power cut, solar batteries might not provide the back up electricity you need.

So the big question, do solar panels work in a power cut?

A greater level of safety risks is involved during a power cut so actually solar batteries might not provide the back up power you require.

Do solar panels work in a power cut?

During a loss of power, national grid engineers tend to be working on the grid system to restore power swiftly. If solar panels and battery storage systems continue to operate during a power cut, there's a greater risk of electrocuting engineers working on the grid. 

Additionally, solar inverters which convert DC to AC quickly switch off if a power cut is discovered in a bid to reduce the flow of electricity back to the grid.

All is not lost! Our recommendation as award winning solar installers is to consider battery storage with a back up feature included.

Benefits of solar batteries with included back up power

With the inclusion of a clever relay or switch, solar batteries with back up power will immediately stop the supply of electricity from the grid if a power cut takes place at your home in Kettering. This concept is known as “islanding” within the solar industry

Homeowners are intrigued as to whether solar panels continue charging a solar battery during a power cut. This depends on a few factors such as the size of the battery inverter in comparison to the size of the solar inverter.

Do solar panels work in a power cut? If you choose solar batteries with the UPS or uninterruptible power supply features, then you should be able to continue gaining seamless power from the grid.

Why work with DNA Power Solutions?

Customer reviews are a great way to identify the strengths of an electrician. That’s why we encourage potential clients to read the countless five star good reviews on our website. The team are incredibly proud of the many solar panel and battery storage installations we've carried out in and around Kettering. Ensuring customers' specific needs are met is essential to maintaining our excellent reputation.

As NAPIT approved electricians, all electrical work, circuitry and testing is completed in line with BS7671. As MCS installers, you can rest assured that all solar panel installations, materials and components are robust and reliable, designed to last you years into the future.

Do solar panels work in a power cut? Yes, if you go for a solar battery storage system with back up features. If you’re based in Kettering and want to speak to one of the team at DNA Power Solutions, give us a call today.