Solent Power supplies and installs standby generators for businesses across the UK, backed by the technical expertise to ensure the right generator is specified and installed correctly for your site.
A phone call or email is all it takes to get the information you need to start planning your project.
We deliver a complete turnkey installation service, managing your generator project end-to-end — from initial site assessment and specification through to installation and commissioning — so you have a single point of accountability throughout.
If you prefer a ‘hands off’ approach and would like your entire project taken care of, we can offer a comprehensive service including:
If you have your own electricians and builders, it can sometimes be simpler to manage some parts of your generator installation project yourself.
We are happy to work with you in as little capacity as required to help you achieve your standby generator installation.
Generator installation costs depend on numerous factors, but we go out of our way to provide a cost-effective service. The factors that influence your installation expenses include:
Size and specification of the generator – standard canopy or custom canopy?
Building work or groundwork required – Concrete slab needed? Walls removed?
Length, size and route of generator cabling – underground ducting, cable ladder, or tray?
Type of operation – Automatic changeover or manual changeover
Fuel tank required – Longer run times may require additional fuel tanks.
Location – indoor installation will require ventilation and exhaust works
You might not need power to back up the entire building. For example, some people might want to keep their appliances running, while businesses need to access vital equipment during power outages.
Generator size and installation costs can be reduced by only powering your essential or critical loads.
This can be done by splitting your consumer unit or switchboard into two separate boards, with only the essential loads located in one board.
This way, the generator can be switched as an alternative feed into your essential board only.
This means you can reduce your generator size, but in the event of a power cut, you will lose your non-important loads or equipment.
The best way to determine the right type of generator installation for your home or business is to arrange a site survey. During the survey, we can discuss your circumstances and examine your options.
Solent Power Ltd (Company Number 12622565) is a company registered in England and Wales. Our registered office is located at Station yard, Bowes Hill, Rowlands Castle PO9 6BP. VAT No. 363504018