Both tariffs offer cheap overnight electricity, but they work quite differently. If you have solar panels or a battery, those differences matter.
If you have solar panels and an electric car, solar diversion lets you automatically redirect surplus generation into your vehicle instead of sending it to the grid.
Older fuse boards often come up when homeowners enquire about solar or EV charger installations. Here’s when it matters and what’s involved.
For most UK homes, a 7kW charger is the right answer. Here’s why — and the few cases where it’s worth thinking differently.
Most Bristol homes install between 4kWp and 6kWp of solar. But the right size depends on your roof, your usage, and whether you’re adding a battery or EV charger. Here’s how to think it through.
Most people think of battery storage as something you add alongside solar panels. But there are genuine reasons to install a battery on its own — and some honest reasons to think twice.
If you’re on the Feed-in Tariff and wondering whether to add a battery, the short answer is: it’s probably more straightforward than you think. Here’s why — and use our calculator to see what the numbers look like for your system.
Combining a smart EV charger, solar panels, a home battery, and Octopus Intelligent under one roof takes more than a standard charger install. Here’s what the finished setup looks like, what each part does, and the wiring detail that stops your battery feeding your car overnight.
Not all electrical work requires a qualified electrician — but plenty of it does. This guide explains exactly what UK homeowners can legally do themselves, what requires a registered electrician, and why the distinction matters.
If you’re considering installing an EV charger at home, one of the first decisions you’ll come across is whether to choose a tethered or untethered
