Local Renewable Energy & EV Charging

Solar PV, Battery Storage and EV Charger Installation in Hastings and St Leonards

Based in St Leonards-on-Sea, Booker & Best installs solar PV panels, electrical energy storage systems (EESS) and EV chargers for homes, businesses and community projects across Hastings, St Leonards and surrounding East Sussex areas. By combining solar PV with battery storage, you can generate, store and use more of your own clean electricity. Our renewable energy and charging solutions can help reduce reliance on the grid, manage energy costs and make your property more sustainable.

Solar PV and Battery Storage

What Is Solar PV?

Solar photovoltaic (PV) technology converts daylight into electricity using high-efficiency solar cells.

Modern solar panels can generate clean, renewable electricity throughout the year, including during the UK’s variable weather.

Key features

Generates electricity from daylight, not only direct sunshine.
Requires relatively little maintenance and can offer a long service life.
Can be installed on suitable rooftops, carports or ground-mounted systems.

What Is Battery Storage?

Electrical energy storage systems (EESS) store surplus electricity generated by solar panels for later use, such as during the evening or when energy prices are higher.

How it works

Solar panels generate electricity during the day.
Surplus energy charges the battery.
Stored electricity can be used later when the property needs it.

This can increase the amount of solar electricity used on site and further reduce reliance on the grid. Backup during a power cut is only available where the system is specifically designed and configured for it.

Benefits of Solar and Battery Storage in the UK

Lower energy bills – Generate and use more of your own electricity, reducing dependence on grid energy.
Greater energy independence – Use more renewable electricity on site and rely less on imported energy.
Export opportunities – Eligible customers may receive payments for surplus electricity exported to the grid through schemes such as the Smart Export Guarantee.
Lower carbon emissions – Each unit of renewable electricity used can reduce the need for electricity generated from fossil fuels.
Improved energy resilience – A suitably configured battery system can provide additional flexibility and, where included, backup capability.
Property appeal – Efficient renewable energy systems may make homes and commercial properties more attractive to some buyers and tenants.

Solar Power Works in the UK

Solar panels do not need constant sunshine because they generate electricity from daylight. A well-designed solar PV system can therefore provide useful renewable energy across the UK, although output varies with the season, location, roof orientation and shading.

Ideal for Homes, Businesses and Community Projects

Domestic systems: Reduce household energy costs and carbon emissions.
Commercial systems: Lower operational costs and enhance sustainability credentials.
Community and public-sector projects: Support local resilience and environmental goals.

Talk to Booker & Best about Solar PV & Battery Storage

Whether you are a homeowner, business or community organisation, we can design and install a solar and battery system tailored to your property and energy needs.

Contact our local team about solar panel and battery storage installation in Hastings, St Leonards and surrounding East Sussex.

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Solar PV panels installed on a west-facing roof — Solar PV panels on a west-facing roof

Solar PV panels installed on an east-facing roof — Solar PV panels on an east-facing roof

West-facing rooftop solar PV array — West-facing solar PV array

SigenStor inverter and battery storage system — SigenStor inverter with battery storage

EV Charger Installation

Electric Vehicle Charger Installation by Booker & Best

Driving the Future of Sustainable Transport

Booker & Best provides professional EV charger installation for homes and businesses across Hastings, St Leonards-on-Sea and nearby East Sussex. Whether you want a reliable home charger or need on-site charging for staff, customers or a vehicle fleet, we provide solutions tailored to your property and charging requirements. An EV charger can offer convenient charging and may reduce running costs, particularly when used with suitable tariffs or renewable energy systems.

What Is an EV Charger?

An EV charger supplies electricity from the grid, or from renewable sources such as solar PV, to an electric vehicle’s battery. Chargers vary by type and power rating, from domestic units to higher-powered commercial and fleet solutions.

Types of EV charger

Home chargers: Commonly 3.6 kW to 7.4 kW for convenient overnight charging using a domestic supply.
Workplace chargers: Often 7 kW to 22 kW for employees, visitors or fleet vehicles.
Public and commercial chargers: Higher-powered solutions selected according to the site, electrical supply and expected use.

Smart Charging Features

Modern EV chargers can include smart features that support efficient, cost-effective energy use:

Schedule charging around off-peak electricity rates.
Monitor charging and energy use through a smartphone app.
Integrate with compatible solar PV or battery storage systems.
Manage and report charging activity for business or fleet use.

Benefits of Installing an EV Charger

Convenience and control – Charge at home overnight or at work during the day, reducing dependence on public chargepoints.
Potentially lower running costs – Charging can cost less per mile than petrol or diesel, depending on the electricity tariff, vehicle and charging location.
Lower local emissions – Battery-electric vehicles produce no tailpipe emissions while driving.
Prepare for the transition – New cars powered solely by internal combustion engines are due to be phased out from 2030, with all new cars and vans required to be zero-emission from 2035.
Government support – Eligible households, landlords, workplaces and organisations may qualify for current OZEV chargepoint grants, subject to scheme rules and availability.
Property appeal – EV charging facilities may be attractive to buyers, tenants, employees and visitors who drive electric vehicles.

Ideal for Homes and Businesses

Homeowners: Enjoy convenient overnight charging and greater control over charging costs.
Businesses and fleet operators: Support sustainability goals and offer on-site charging for staff, customers or vehicles.
Landlords and developers: Add useful charging infrastructure and help meet changing occupier expectations.

Supporting the UK’s EV Transition

As the number of zero-emission vehicles on UK roads continues to grow, reliable and accessible charging infrastructure is becoming increasingly important. Installing an EV charger can make day-to-day charging easier and support the move towards a cleaner transport network.

Talk to Booker & Best About EV Charger Installation

Our team can help you choose and install a suitable EV charger for your home, business or development project. Charge more conveniently, manage energy use and prepare your property for electric transport.

Local Installation Services

Solar Panels and EV Chargers Across Hastings and East Sussex

Based in St Leonards-on-Sea, Booker & Best provides solar PV, battery storage and EV charger installation throughout the local area. For projects elsewhere in East Sussex or Kent, send us the property postcode and details of the work required.

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