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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-29T12:47:24+00:00

[APPROX COSTS: 18 Panels + 5kW + 16kWh Battery — Aug 2026] APPROX COSTS: 18 Panels + 5kW + 16kWh Battery — IRELAND AUGUST 2026 This is what installers are actually charging in August 2026 for the big systems — 7.8kWp (18 panels) vs 8.6-9kWp (20 panels) + 5kW hybrid + 16kWh battery. Based on real quotes members are getting in the

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-29T12:46:27+00:00

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-29T12:42:07+00:00

[Solar Sid | Independent Solar PV & Energy Advice for Ireland] Solar Sid | Independent Solar PV & Energy Advice for Ireland The no-sales-pitch guide created by Solar Sid, the solar expert from our private Facebook group Solar Works in Ireland (8,700+ members). Straight-talking solar guides that everyone can understand. If you're thinking about installing solar to reduce your electricity bills, you will find everything you need right here. Sid is here to help.

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-02T09:35:53+00:00

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-02T09:32:50+00:00

[{{:start-here:solar_sid_solar-battery-only.jpg|] YOU DON'T NEED SOLAR TO MAKE A BATTERY PAY - SAYS THE SOLAR MAN! Yes, I know. I'm Solar Sid and I'm telling you to get a battery WITHOUT solar panels. My wife said I've finally lost the plot. But hear me out... ☕ Help keep Solar Sid independent

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-02T09:22:46+00:00

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-02T06:50:58+00:00

SOLAR SID'S NO-BS GUIDE: 36 SOLAR TERMS YOU NEED TO KNOW If a salesman says it, it's in here. Lads, I'm sick of the jargon. If you're getting solar in Ireland, you need to know these - save this post! ☕ Help keep Solar Sid independent Hi, I'm Dale McWilliams (Solar Sid). This site has no ads and no installer sponsors — it's 100% independent. If the guides helped you, you can

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-01T22:02:16+00:00

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-01T21:13:33+00:00

kW vs kWh - The Sid Version - Whats the difference? This is the one that confuses everyone in my DMs, so let's sort it in plain English. ☕ Help keep Solar Sid independent Hi, I'm Dale McWilliams (Solar Sid). This site has no ads and no installer sponsors — it's 100% independent. If the guides helped you, you can

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-01T21:13:07+00:00

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-01T21:00:28+00:00

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-01T20:28:40+00:00

[What is Solcast? & How to set it up] What is Solcast? - The Solar Sid Version ☕ Help keep Solar Sid independent Hi, I'm Dale McWilliams (Solar Sid). This site has no ads and no installer sponsors — it's 100% independent. If the guides helped you, you can buy me a coffee to help cover domain and hosting and keep it free for everyone.

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-01T20:24:32+00:00

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-01T18:09:47+00:00

[{{:Panel-Cleaning.jpg?nolink&800|Panel Cleaning] Panel Cleaning ☕ Help keep Solar Sid independent Hi, I'm Dale McWilliams (Solar Sid). This site has no ads and no installer sponsors — it's 100% independent. If the guides helped you, you can buy me a coffee to help cover domain and hosting and keep it free for everyone.

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-01T18:08:48+00:00

[{{:ESB-HDF-File-Download.jpg?nolink&800|How to download your electricity usage file - ESB Networks] How to download your electricity usage file ☕ Help keep Solar Sid independent Hi, I'm Dale McWilliams (Solar Sid). This site has no ads and no installer sponsors — it's 100% independent. If the guides helped you, you can buy me a coffee to help cover domain and hosting and keep it free for everyone.

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-01T18:05:46+00:00

[Solar vs. EV Tariffs] Solar vs. EV Tariffs: Where should your energy go? ☕ Help keep Solar Sid independent Hi, I'm Dale McWilliams (Solar Sid). This site has no ads and no installer sponsors — it's 100% independent. If the guides helped you, you can buy me a coffee to help cover domain and hosting and keep it free for everyone.

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-08-01T18:04:52+00:00

[{{:0:solar-battery-maths.jpg?nolink&800|The "Big Battery" Maths] The "Big Battery" Maths: Why our 14.75 kWh is a Game-Changer for us If you're still on the fence about battery storage, let's talk numbers. I'm running a 14.75 kWh setup, and for my household, it's not just a hobby—it's a massive money-saver. I'm doing my level best to keep the lights on without having to sell a kidney to pay the energy bills!

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-07-25T14:18:51+00:00

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-07-25T12:40:20+00:00

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amilee (amilee@undisclosed.example.com) — 2026-07-25T12:34:14+00:00