Optima Electrical

Safe, High Quality Electrical Installations Solar & EV

We specialise in delivering safe, high-quality electrical installations for commercial,
industrial, and residential clients.

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Another fantastic job done by them. Came out as quickly as possible, found and fixed the problem. Tidied up after and all with a friendly face. Reasonable price and great company…

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About Optima

Our trusted team of expert electricians, each bring with them a broad range of skills and knowledge which cover everything from power supply and lighting, EV chargers and solar.

We also provide full and partial rewires of residential, industrial and commercial units, fault finding as well as the testing and inspection of electrical circuits. We offer rapid, high quality and competitive maintenance services, both ad hoc or continued, ensuring your electrical services are well cared for.

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Why Choose Optima

Why Choose Optima

Our trusted team of expert electricians, each bring with them a broad range of skills and knowledge which cover everything from power supply and lighting, EV chargers and solar.

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FAQ’s

Are there grants for solar panels in the UK?

Yes, there are limited grants available in the UK but there are no longer widespread upfront grants for most homeowners. You may benefit from schemes like the ECO4 scheme, which helps low-income households improve energy efficiency, and the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG), which pays you for excess electricity you export back to the grid.

Including equipment and installation, most UK households pay between £5,000 and £10,000. Larger homes or battery storage systems can increase this cost.

Yes, for most homes they are. Solar panels can significantly reduce electricity bills and offer long-term savings. They usually pay for themselves within 6 to 12 years depending on usage and export rates.

Most solar panels last 25 to 30 years. After this, they still produce electricity but at reduced efficiency. Inverters may need replacing after 10 to 15 years.

No you don’t need batteries with solar panels however, a battery let’s you store energy to use later or to use to charge your electric car.

The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) is a UK scheme where energy suppliers pay you for any unused electricity you export back to the grid from your solar panels.

It depends on your household energy usage. Most homes need between 8 and 14 panels to cover a significant portion of their electricity needs. A typical 3–4 bedroom home often installs around 10 panels.

Not in the traditional sense anymore. “Free solar panel” offers usually involve leasing or power purchase agreements, where a company installs panels for free but keeps some of the energy savings or export income.

Very little. Solar panels generally just need occasional cleaning and a yearly check to ensure everything is working correctly. They have no moving parts, so they are low maintenance.

MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) is a quality standard for renewable energy installers and products in the UK. Using an MCS-certified installer is usually required to access incentives like the SEG.

Martin Lewis generally says solar panels can be a good investment for many households, especially with rising energy prices, but he advises checking payback periods carefully and avoiding overpriced installations.

ECO4 is a UK government-backed energy efficiency scheme that helps eligible low-income or vulnerable households fund home improvements, including insulation and sometimes solar panels, to reduce energy bills.

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