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Morning all. I am planning my new build and this time I want to build with ground mounted PV as I have enough land. Unfortunately, the grid has no capacity so instead of fitting circa 10kw system I can only go for the standard 3.9kw. I've asked the network operator to check what options I have but it's not looking great. So, am I now really restricted or can I buy second hand panels etc and not bother with MCS as I won't really be exporting. I could install much more cheaply with no MCS accreditation for sure. I have an EV, probably GSHP or ASHP and I was going to use the surplus power for DHW heating or possibly battery. I'm tempted to install above 3.9kw anyway but does that make sense? Am I doing the right thing. Any solar PV experts have any great ideas to optimise efficiency? Many thanks all. How is our grid so poor as it really restricts renewable generation in the UK (separate issue).

Has anyone dealt with or heard of Neuffer doors and windows? I've also contacted Internorm but I expect them to be pricey. Thanks.

Thanks all, Rational 2g has come in as 30k plus VAT and 3g is only 3k more. The price is slightly painful but 3g makes sense for that kind of difference to me 😁

Hello all. I'm new here so be gentle. I've used other forums and recognise the names of some old friends 🙂 So, I've built once before 11 years or so ago. I'm on the wet, green west Wales coast. I've recently been successful in obtaining planning permission on a field I own so it's now build time (again). The design of our bedroom windows has become almost what I would call a wrap around window so it incorporates a vertical window unit with a Velux style following the roof angle. My question is this really. To minimise rain and hail noise in the Velux section would you see value in going for 3g. Does 3g make sense in the UK from a heating point of view? I've been considering Velfac and Rationel. Would anyone suggest others that have performed well out there? Thanks in advance all.