Solar Xpress

Solar Xpress, solar installations and storage in the United Kingdom

Solar Xpress is a British company dedicated to installing renewable energy systems for homes. Its activities cover solar photovoltaic panels, battery storage solutions, EV chargers and heat pumps. The company operates under the legal name Pow3rhouse Group Ltd and has its head office in Featherstone, West Yorkshire, England.

The company presents itself as a provider of bespoke energy systems, with designs tailored to each home and its energy consumption needs. It works with a nationwide network of installers accredited under the MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme), which allows it to offer installation coverage across the country.

Product and solution catalogue

Solar Xpress's catalogue includes solar photovoltaic panels, battery storage systems from various brands and EV chargers. Among the battery brands it sells are Anker Solix, Canadian Solar, Duracell Energy, LG & Solar Edge, SunSynk and Tesla Powerwall. The company identifies itself as a certified premium installer of Duracell Energy battery systems.

The offering is completed with heat pumps and commercial solutions for businesses. The company also offers a free solar survey as a preliminary step before installation.

Examples of systems and published prices

The website showed several packages with installation included and a financing option. These included:

• Anker Solix 10 kW battery and inverter with 10 Longi 480 W solar panels, fully installed for £7,495, with finance from £84 per month.
• Tesla Powerwall 3 with 10 Longi 480 W solar panels, fully installed for £11,495, with finance from £84 per month.
• Duracell Energy Dura5 5 kW battery and inverter with 10 Longi 480 W solar panels, fully installed for £7,495, with finance from £84 per month.

The company stated that solar systems start from £2,995 and that it will beat any comparable quote from competitors in the UK.

Accreditations and guarantees

Solar Xpress holds several certifications from the British renewable sector. It is a member of the RECC (Renewable Energy Consumer Code), which sets consumer protection standards for renewable energy installers. It holds MCS certification, which accredits products and installers and allows access to government incentives such as the Smart Export Guarantee. It also has IWA deposit and guarantee protection, NAPIT certification for electrical installers and industry professionals, the TrustMark quality mark backed by the UK Government and CHAS Advanced accreditation for health and safety at work.

The company offers a 30-year performance guarantee for its N-type solar panels. In addition, for every renewable energy system installed, the company plants five trees in collaboration with the organisation More Trees.

Financing and legal status

Pow3rhouse Group Ltd, which trades as Solar Xpress, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority with reference number FRN 931262. The company acts as a credit broker and not as a lender, offering finance through a panel of lenders. Finance is subject to credit assessment and to conditions regarding the applicant's age and status. The company notes that it may receive commission if an application is approved. Interest-free finance of up to 12 months is not regulated.

The company is registered in England and Wales with number 12006058 and has VAT number GB 324 7118 19.

Management team

The company's team includes Gemma Papaiacovou as director, Rudi King Hirst as chief executive officer, Andy Kendrick as general manager, Chelsea Lenert in accounting, Lewis Horner in purchasing, Ollie Russchen as head of sales, Ian Quinn in marketing, Brian Guthrie as warehouse manager, Liam Holling as electrical manager, Antonio Manteiga as technical engineer and Nick Verrier in administration.

Location and contact

Unit 2a, Ardane Park Phoenix Avenue, Green Lane, Industrial Park, Featherstone, West Yorkshire, England, WF7 6EP · Phone: 01977 330134 · Email: info@solarxpress.co.uk