The House
49.7kWp
Van Der Valk System
Overview
PV Plus was appointed to upgrade the solar PV system at The Lakehouse, a modern green-roofed property. The project involved replacing the original panels with high-efficiency Aiko modules and expanding the system with additional capacity. The system was then integrated into the property’s existing SolarEdge inverter and battery storage setup.
System Size
Yearly Generation
Carbon saving per annum
The Challenge
The property’s existing system required an upgrade both in capacity and in technology. The old panels needed to be removed and replaced with modern, more efficient modules. At the same time, the client wanted additional capacity fitted, all connected back into the existing SolarEdge inverter and battery system. Careful planning was required to ensure both the replacement and expansion could be managed without exceeding the inverter’s export limitation of 28.04kW.
Our Solution
PV Plus carried out the works by:
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Removing 54 existing panels and replacing them with new Aiko 460W modules
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Installing a further 54 Aiko 460W modules, doubling the panel count while maximising roof space
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Wiring both the replacement and additional systems back into the property’s existing SolarEdge 33.3kW inverter, configured to the 28.04kW export limit
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Integrating the upgraded array with the existing SolarEdge battery system, ensuring seamless performance and long-term resilience
The Result
The House system now delivers around 49.7kWp capacity, producing approximately 47.5 MWh of clean energy per year. This equates to a carbon saving of around 11 tonnes of CO₂ annually, helping the property further reduce its environmental footprint while maintaining the aesthetic appeal of its green roof.
Why PV Plus
With experience in both retrofit and expansion projects, PV Plus is trusted to deliver technically challenging system upgrades that work seamlessly with existing infrastructure. At The Lakehouse, our ability to combine replacement, expansion, and export-limited integration demonstrates the value we bring to high-end residential and green roof projects.