Plug-in solar in Jesmond
Jesmond's Victorian terraces and villas suit plug-in solar well: there's usually a sunny yard or garden at the back, and the compact kits are made for exactly that.
Three quick Jesmond checks
Whose yard is it?
If you live in a flat, check the yard is yours to use, or agree it with your neighbours.
Do you rent?
Get your landlord's written permission first. If you're a student, that includes the letting agent.
Pick the sunny side
Put the panel where it catches the midday sun, and it'll be working from morning to evening in summer.
The kits that suit Jesmond best
Most Jesmond yards only have room for one panel. The Compact 460W ground kit needs about 1.9m by 1.2m. The Compact 515W hybrid is slightly bigger, and its stand can go on a solid house wall once a professional has checked the wall.
Don't fix anything to a party wall or a wall you share with next door.
Large parts of Jesmond are conservation areas. If you're thinking of a wall mount where it can be seen from the street, check with Newcastle City Council first.
Getting it to the back yard
The boxes are big: the compact kits weigh 41kg to 46kg boxed. Many Jesmond terraces have no back lane access for a van, so plan for two people to carry it through the house or down the lane.
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Can I take the kit with me when I move?
Yes. It's not fixed to the house unless you've used a wall mount. Update your registration at myplugin.solar when you move.
Which kit is best for a terrace yard?
The Compact 460W ground kit is our most popular for terraces: one panel, about 1.9m by 1.2m, and it's easy to move if you change your mind about the spot.