Care home converted with 5.66kW solar panel system and 7.4kW EV chargers

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Overview

Our experienced electricians in Horsham worked with main contractor Burren & Whitaker Construction Ltd to successfully deliver a full strip-out and rewire, converting an empty property into self-contained flats for local people with complex needs, run by Active Prospects.

There were a number of electrical safety measures on this project, but sustainability was important too, with solar PV panels and EV chargers fitted.

Key Works

5.66kW Solar PV panel system (13 panels)
2 x 7.4kW EV chargers
Internal strip-out
Rewire, plus running of new mains supply
Fitting out each flat + communal areas + separate office space
Lighting including downlights, emergency escape lighting, and security lighting

Solar Panel and EV Charger install

“We are thrilled to announce the development of our new service in Horsham. Our team is passionate about making a difference and helping people to live more independently. We hope that this service will offer a transformative experience for people with complex health needs.” Maria Mills, CEO of Active Prospects

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Barton Knight’s team of experienced electricians helped convert an 8-bed property in Horsham into a state-of-the-art service for individuals with complex needs, run by Active Prospects.

The specification included a 5.66kW Solar PV Panel system and two 7.4kW EV chargers. This reduces reliance on the National Grid, lowers energy costs, and decreases the carbon footprint.

The converted property now includes four self-contained one-bed flats. These offer local people with disabilities the opportunity to move from long-term hospital environments to their own apartment.

Barton Knight completed a full rewire including running a new mains supply in 3-4 months. “There were a number of electrical safety measures on this project, but installing renewable energy measures was important too,” explains Luke Francis, Project Manager for Barton Knight Energy.

Thirteen 425W solar panels were fitted on the south-east and south-west elevations of the roof. These are high-efficiency solar panels to increase the overall system size, with Tigo optimisers to stop interference from shading. Black panels were chosen to minimise the visual impact.

The wiring for the panels took two days, with a third day for the second fixing/fitting. The investment is predicted to be paid back in 5-6 years, generating an additional source of income afterwards.

Barton Knight Energy also installed two 7.4kW EV chargers outside the property. These were wired and installed in a day.

The client was delighted with the work and we have been contracted for further work since.

Contact us for solar panel and EV charger installations for homes and businesses.