It's been 3 months since we had our solar panels fitted and we're about to get our first FIT payment. So I thought it might be a good time to fill you in on how we got here.
If you take a look a look at this blog's side-bar, you'll see the 'Topics' heading, and under that you'll find a 'Solar Panels' link. Click that to see parts 1 to 7 of this series. That will take you through the whole process from choosing your installer to getting them installed.
Here's what happens next:
1) In the days leading up to installation, you need to contact your power company to let them know what's going on. They should givesend you a form to be filled out to register and claim your export and FIT payments.
2) You won't be able to send in the form until the installation has happened, but make sure you look through it to see what's expected of you. The installers should be able to help you with many of the questions on it on the day. They should also give you your all important MCS certificate (Proof that you have panels fitted by approved installers).
3) Once you send in your completed form, you may have to wait a few weeks before the energy company confirm you are registered. Don't worry though, they will pay you from the day you started generating.
4) They will send you information on when and how to send in meter readings. For me, I have to send in readings every 3 months and they follow up by sending a payment to my bank within 28 days.
5) If your electric meter is going backwards as a result of your panels, tell your electric providers right away. It is potentially illegal if you don't. It's up to them what they do about it. Generally speaking they will replace your meter.
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