Has your solar system stopped working as it should? From inverter fault codes and damaged components to electrical issues and complete system shutdowns, our experts can diagnose the problem and recommend the right repair.
Solar Panel Repairs
At Lincs Renewables, we understand how frustrating it can be when your solar system suddenly stops performing as expected, but a fault doesn’t always mean your entire solar installation needs replacing. In many cases, identifying the root cause and repairing or replacing the affected component can get your system back up and running.
Why Are Professional Solar Panel Repairs Important?
Solar systems are designed to provide reliable renewable energy for many years, but faults, wear and damaged components can still occur.
Professional diagnosis and repair can help:
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Restore Energy Generation
Identifying and resolving faults can help get your system generating electricity as expected again.
02
Reduce Downtime
Rapid fault finding can prevent a small problem from leaving your system offline for longer than necessary.
03
Protect Electrical Safety
Damaged wiring, overheating components or faulty electrical equipment should always be investigated professionally.
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Protect Your Existing Investment
Repairing or replacing the affected component can help extend the useful life of your existing solar installation without unnecessarily replacing the complete system.
How Do You Know If Your Solar System Needs Repairing?
Although solar panels are generally designed to operate with minimal maintenance, it’s important to look over your system from time to time or call in the experts for maintenance, so any faults or repairs can be detected right away.
While some faults will be immediately obvious, others can gradually affect your energy generation, potentially costing you money without you even noticing.
Your solar system has stopped generating electricity
Generation is significantly lower than expected
Your inverter is displaying a fault or error code
Your inverter repeatedly shuts down or restarts
Panels are visibly cracked or damaged
Your monitoring system has stopped reporting correctly
Your battery isn’t charging, discharging or holding power as expected
Electrical components show signs of deterioration or overheating
Cables or connections have become damaged
Your system is behaving differently from normal
If something doesn’t seem right, don’t attempt to open or repair electrical solar components yourself. Our team can investigate the problem and determine whether servicing, repair or component replacement is required.
Our experienced team provides professional solar panel repairs across Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire for both domestic solar panel and commercial solar systems.
What Does Our Solar Panel Repair Service Include?
Finding the right repair starts with identifying exactly what has gone wrong. Rather than simply replacing components unnecessarily, we’ll assess your system and investigate the underlying cause.
How we diagnose faults
Solar system fault finding
Inverter fault and error code investigation
String voltage and current testing
AC and DC electrical safety checks
Solar panel damage assessment
Battery fault diagnosis
Solar monitoring and metering fault investigation
Thermal imaging of electrical components
Repairs we carry out
Inverter replacement
DC isolator replacement
Damaged cable and connection repairs
Consumer unit upgrades where required
Testing and recommissioning following repairs
Once we’ve identified the issue, we’ll explain our findings in plain English and recommend the most appropriate next steps.
Potential Solar System Faults
Solar panel systems contain several components that all need to work together correctly. If one part develops a fault, it can affect the performance, reliability or safety of the wider installation.
These should always be investigated by a qualified professional rather than attempting to diagnose or repair electrical components yourself. If you notice something isn’t working as expected, get in touch with our team and we’ll help identify the cause.
Contact us today to discuss your requirements and arrange a free no-obligation quotation!
What Should You Do While Waiting for a Solar Engineer?
If you notice something unusual with your solar system, the most important thing is to avoid trying to investigate or repair electrical components yourself. While you wait for one of our engineers, there are a few simple steps you can take to keep the area safe and give us the information we need to help diagnose the problem.
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Keep clear of damaged equipment
Don’t touch cracked panels, exposed cabling, damaged isolators or any other electrical components that look unusual.
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Keep the area safe
Where possible, keep children, pets and other people away from any visibly damaged parts of the system until they have been professionally inspected.
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Avoid DIY repairs
Solar systems contain live electrical components, so even if the issue appears straightforward, electrical repairs should always be left to a qualified professional.
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Look out for immediate warning signs
If you notice smoke, sparking, a burning smell or another sign of an immediate electrical or fire risk, keep away from the equipment and contact the appropriate emergency service.
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Make a note of what you can see
If your inverter is displaying an error code or your monitoring system is showing an unusual message, make a note or take a screenshot where it is safe to do so. This can help our team understand what may be happening before we arrive.
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Only isolate the system when it is safe to do so
Different solar installations have different shutdown procedures, so only isolate the system if you can follow the manufacturer’s instructions safely or have been specifically advised to do so by a qualified professional.
If you’re unsure what to do, get in touch with Lincs Renewables. Our team can talk you through the safest next steps and arrange professional fault finding where required.
Has Your Solar Panel Installer Stopped Trading?
Is the company that originally installed your solar panels no longer trading? Have you been left without anyone to contact when your system develops a fault? This is often referred to as an orphaned solar system.
At Lincs Renewables, we can adopt and repair solar installations completed by other companies, including systems where the original installer is no longer available.
We can start with a professional assessment of the existing system. Following the assessment, we’ll provide a clear explanation of our findings and the recommended next steps.
This gives you a new point of contact for your solar system, whether you need an immediate repair or ongoing servicing and maintenance in the future.
Our solar experts provide installations, servicing, maintenance and repairs throughout Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire, including:
- Brigg
- Caistor
- Cleethorpes
- Gainsborough
- Grantham
- Grimsby
- Horncastle
- Hull
- Lincoln
- Louth
- Market Rasen
- Newark
- Scunthorpe
- Skegness
- Woodhall Spa
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Whether your inverter is displaying an error code, your generation has unexpectedly dropped, or your original solar installer is no longer trading, our team can help identify what has gone wrong.
From professional fault finding and electrical diagnostics to inverter, panel and component replacements, we’ll clearly explain the issue and recommend the appropriate next steps.
FAQs About Solar Panel Repairs
Why has my solar system stopped generating electricity?
A solar system can stop generating for several reasons, including an inverter fault, damaged cabling, an electrical connection issue or a fault elsewhere within the installation. Professional diagnostic testing can help identify the source of the problem.
What does an inverter error code mean?
An inverter error code means the inverter has detected an abnormal operating condition or potential fault. Different manufacturers use different error codes, so the issue will need to be investigated according to the make and model of your inverter.
Can you repair solar panels installed by another company?
Yes. We can assess and repair existing solar systems even where Lincs Renewables was not the original installer. This includes orphaned systems installed by companies that are no longer trading.
Can a faulty solar inverter be replaced?
Yes. Where an inverter has failed, and repair is not practical, we can assess your existing system and recommend a suitable replacement that is compatible with the wider installation.
Can you replace a single damaged solar panel?
Potentially: whether an individual panel can be replaced will depend on the extent of the damage, the age of the system and the availability of a compatible replacement panel.
Can damaged solar cabling be repaired?
Yes, depending on the nature of the damage. Solar cabling forms part of an electrical generation system, so damaged wiring should always be inspected and repaired by a qualified professional.
Can you repair solar battery systems?
We can investigate faults affecting existing solar battery systems, including problems with charging, discharging, connections and integration with the wider solar installation.
How do I know whether I need a repair or a service?
If your system is operating normally but is due for routine checks, cleaning or preventative maintenance, a service may be more appropriate. If your system has stopped working, is displaying a fault code, has damaged components or is behaving abnormally, professional repair or fault finding may be required.
