Feb 10, 2026 - Wall Solar! The Controversial Route to Zero Bills?!
In this episode, Imogen explores an unusual but highly effective solar installation – vertical wall-mounted solar panels alongside traditional rooftop panels! David`s home features 8kW total solar PV (4kW roof + 4kW wall), 13.5kWh Tesla Powerwall storage, a 6kW Daikin heat pump, extensive insulation upgrades, and complete home automation. The result? Zero energy bills and actually being paid £120 a year to run his home!
0:00 - Introduction to Wall Solar Panels 0:51 - Overview of David`s Home 1:36 - Why Wall-Mounted Solar? 2:23 - Winter vs Summer Performance 2:42 - Planning Permission and Neighbour Reactions 4:19 - Tesla Gateway 5:34 - Home Automation 5:54 - Daikin Heat Pump 7:38 - Radiator Upgrades 8:13 - Heat Pump Planning Permission 9:54 - Cost Breakdown and Investment 10:29 - Payback Period 11:27 - Charging Two EVs 11:44 - Advice for Other Homeowners 12:53 - 3D Home Energy Model 13:58 - Concluding Thoughts
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