GOS Services

Heating, plumbing and electrical services for homes and businesses

Heating, plumbing and electrical services for homes and businesses

Solar PV System Repair, Maintenance and Installation in Preston

Here at GOS, we are a family run business with over 15 years of experience in the installation, repair and maintenance of solar PV & solar thermal in Preston. Whether your enquiry relates to your residential property or commercial building, GOS are your first port of call for solar installation, solar repair and solar installation in Preston.

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Trusted and Accredited: GOS Heating’s Commitment to Quality and Excellence

GOS are accredited NICEIC & MCS approved contractors, meaning that you have peace of mind that you will meet the highest standards. If you are looking for further verification on level of quality for GOS, you can find our customer reviews on Trustpilot and Google reviews.

Expert Solar PV Inverter Repairs and Maintenance for Optimal Performance

Our experts will be able to identify faults once an inspection has occurred, and whether you are in Preston or surrounding areas, you will be in safe hands knowing that GOS are catering for your needs.

One of the most common faults relates to the Solar PV Inverter, as this is the hardest working part of any solar system. GOS can repair or replace your inverter with minimum fuss, ensuring that your system is optimally performing.

Some of the most common issues we fix are:

  • Inverter shutdown with warning or failure lights
  • Drop in production and or an increase in utility bills
  • Damaged solar panels, solar panels burned or cracked
  • Battery failure, battery leaking fluid or battery corrosion
  • Solar panel removal for re-roofing or home remodel
  • Upgrade of system components
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Solar PV Repair, Maintenance and Installation

Regular Inspection: Key to Maximizing Solar PV System Efficiency

All electrical systems need periodic inspection and testing. Solar PV systems are no different. Solar Photovoltaic systems don’t have a lot of moving parts that can fail so they don’t require a huge amount of work to keep them in good working order. However, as with any technology, the better care you take of it the longer it will last. In order to make sure that your solar panels are performing at their best efficiency it is recommended that you arrange a regular health check to make sure that they live a long and happy life, supplying you with all clean energy, savings on your energy consumption and protecting your investment For PV systems mounted on buildings, the recommended inspection interval will depend on the type and use of the building.

Typical reasons for inspection, testing or maintenance include;
  • An obvious fault has developed – for example an inverter has stopped, working or a panel is damaged
  • Concerns about reduced returns from your system
  • Periodic inspection or routine maintenance
  • A change in system ownership to your solar PV installation
  • Water ingress
  • To safeguard your investment

Importance of Professional Inverter Maintenance

Inverters are much more technically sophisticated than solar panels and are not something the average person should touch, for inverter maintenance you should always choose a qualified engineer such as the team at GOS Heating. The electrical components and high voltage elements make this too dangerous for people without certifications.Inverters work in a similar way to a fan in a computer, inviting dust into electrical components, you might ask what can dirt do to an inverter? If it’s got the right particles, it can create new conduction pathways on the circuit boards, which in extreme cases can lead to circuit failure. Humidity is also another problem for your inverter as it can invite more corrosion risk for electrical terminals and connections

Our Customer Testimonials

  • Great service, always use as professional and totally reliable

    Gillian Todd Avatar Gillian Todd

    Worked very well and professionally always on time all work completed on time to a very high standard and removed all packaging and left everware clean and tidy would recommend highly

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  • Completed boiler service very efficiently, friendly and helpful

    Priscilla Hunt Avatar Priscilla Hunt

    Excellent service, the engineer talked me through the whole process, explaining the issue and what he was doing. Work done in 1 hour, and left clean and tidy.

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  • Very helpful and friendly engineer. Found the problem straight away and fixed it. Very happy with the visit. Heating working again now.

    Brian Valentine Avatar Brian Valentine

    Always use GOS for Gas boiler servicing and have always been very satisfied with the service (especially by Chris B). So when we had problems with a thermostatic bar shower, i had no hesitation in calling GOS.. Chris came to assess the issue, explained what options we had and once we decided to replace, he fitted a new shower bar. Very happy. Thanks Chris!

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  • Great service, very professional. Would definitely recommend.

    Heather Travis Avatar Heather Travis

    I have used GOS on two major household improvement projects which I couldn't compromise on. They are simply the best. Their knowledge is deep and their planning and execution is first class. All this while being accessible and friendly and not too corporate. That takes skllied leadership, authenticity and a genuine care about the finished product or service, which emanates from call operators to the installers and supervisors. I commend GOS without hesitation.

    Tahir Idris Avatar Tahir Idris
  • Good service, engineer was friendly and knowledgeable, sorted our problem efficiently.

    Mark Crisp Avatar Mark Crisp

    Excellent service have used them for years now, never let me down, quick, prompt and very knowledgable would give 6 stars if I could

    John Monk Avatar John Monk
  • Excellent family owned company. Very personal service , office staff great. Engineers pleasant and very efficient Highly recommended

    Freda Heyes Avatar Freda Heyes

    Great service turned up on time gentleman

    Philip Knight Avatar Philip Knight
  • Brilliant service from GOS. Punctual & friendly & had time to do an extra job we required. Wouldn't hesitate to use their services again

    Lynn Johnson Avatar Lynn Johnson

    Our engineer was friendly, efficient and answered all our questions about the boiler, his name is Barney (Brian Barnes)

    Nora Morris Avatar Nora Morris
  • Excellent & dependable in EVERY WAY!!

    Sue Washington Avatar Sue Washington

    Excellent

    Samantha Higham Avatar Samantha Higham
  • GOS have serviced all our plumbing and heating requirements for many years now, and have always provided excellent and prompt service. Pleasant, considerate staff and workmen, together with the knowledge that the firm can be relied upon to do a good job, make it a pleasure to do business with GOS Heating Ltd.

    Mick Massheder Avatar Mick Massheder

    The engineer attending my house on time this morning he serviced my boiler give it a little bit extra love and care which I knew because I hadn't had a gasman he retired but I was impressed with ny service i live in a flat and I need not to worry about my safety and my neighbours thank you very much see you next service

    Avril mcgarvey Avatar Avril mcgarvey
  • Called GOS after the previous plumber couldn't fix a problem with the heating. The lady on the phone was really helpful and found an engineer just finishing up and sent him straight over. Chris was excellent, quickly diagnosing and explaining the problem. He was spot on and had it fixed within minutes. Really nice guy, and refreshing to meet someone with a solid understanding of heating systems and excellent customer service. Will definitely be calling GOS first next time.

    Mike Gelder Avatar Mike Gelder

    Excellent service over the years. I’ve had a new boiler system, radiators and services completed by GOS Heating. All to a high standard.

    Pamela Nowell Avatar Pamela Nowell
  • Excellent boiler service completed this morning. Quick service, arrived on time as they had advised at the general office. Friendly employee, gave lots of good advice to us. Thanks again!

    Kira Bennett Avatar Kira Bennett
  • I recently had GOS install a new boiler for me, and the process was so simple! The new boiler was in within days. From the pre-install survey to the actual installation, everything went smoothly and without any issues. The team displayed a high level of expertise and were professional throughout. I highly recommend GOS for anyone in need of a new boiler installation.

    Reece Woodhams Avatar Reece Woodhams
  • The engineer attending my house on time this morning he serviced my boiler give it a little bit extra love and care which I knew because I hadn't had a gasman he retired but I was impressed with ny service i live in a flat and I need not to worry about my safety and my neighbours thank you very much see you next service

    Avril mcgarvey Avatar Avril mcgarvey
  • I have used GOS on two major household improvement projects which I couldn't compromise on. They are simply the best. Their knowledge is deep and their planning and execution is first class. All this while being accessible and friendly and not too corporate. That takes skllied leadership, authenticity and a genuine care about the finished product or service, which emanates from call operators to the installers and supervisors. I commend GOS without hesitation.

    Tahir Idris Avatar Tahir Idris
  • The workmen were polite and helpful. They arrived on time and finished on schedule leaving the place spotless. The follow up was useful too.

    Saundra Loxham Avatar Saundra Loxham
  • Our landlord started using gos a few years ago and they have been great from the start. Today we had a new boiler installed by Sam and Richard it was a big job. The guys were absolutely great friendly and worked really hard to get the job done. Can't recommend this company enough brilliant from start to finish. Thank you

    Chris Jackson Avatar Chris Jackson
  • Thanks to all the team involved in the instation of our new Bosch Worcester Boiler in Inskip. The survey & installation were all conducted in a very thorough and professional manner, plus the quote was good too!

    dave davis Avatar dave davis
  • Good service, engineer was friendly and knowledgeable, sorted our problem efficiently.

    Mark Crisp Avatar Mark Crisp
  • In Autumn 2023 I moved into a property with a quirky heating system that needed urgent replacement as the temperatures were falling. I contacted GOS and they ripped out the old heaters and replaced everything with a top-of-the-range Gas Combi and rads. This has worked efficiently. I have just had the first twelve monthly service; all good. As well as high quality products I liked the fact that the personnel are pleasant and punctual. Recommended.

    Bob K Avatar Bob K
  • Completed boiler service very efficiently, friendly and helpful

    Priscilla Hunt Avatar Priscilla Hunt

FAQs on Solar PV

How Can Annual Maintenance from GOS Heating Extend the Lifespan and Efficiency of My Solar Panels?

The team at GOS Services recommend that if you are based in Preston or the surrounding areas, you schedule an annual checkup for your inverter is a smart and low-cost preventive measure. These inspections are simply an annual reconditioning check.
When one of our professional team members carries out an inverter checkup, we also do electrical testing to confirm all the panels are producing energy as they should and identify any weak spots and make any necessary adjustments.
Solar panels are designed to perform up to 25 years or more, however choosing GOS Heating to perform annual maintenance inspections can pro-long the life of your solar panels by 10-30%. Its important to carry out regular repair, inspection and planned preventive maintenance of your PV system maximises output and ROI, by minimising downtime and system inefficiencies caused by age and the elements.

Why Choose GOS Heating for Solar PV Inverter Repairs, Maintenance and Installation ?

With many reasons to choose us for your solar repair and maintenance in Preston, our team have decided to outline our top 5 reasons. Please see below our top reasons to choose us for your solar panel repair and maintenance in Preston and the surrounding areas.

  • Over 10 years’ experience on installation, servicing and repairs
  • Reliable and reputable team of solar engineers
  • NICEIC accredited and approved contractors
  • Locally based with expert knowledge
  • Competitive quotes for all

For the best solar repair and maintenance services in Preston, look no further than GOS to cater to your every need. We’re here to ensure that your solar panel is working exactly as it should, as well as take away the worry of any faults or problems. Leave your solar panel repair and maintenance in the capable hands of GOS and contact our customer services team today to find out how we can help with your solar Installation, solar repair or solar service in Preston. Give one of our friendly team members a call today.

What are Micro Inverters

Microinverters are also becoming a popular choice for residential and commercial installations. Like power optimisers, microinverters are module-level electronics so one is installed on each panel. Microinverters convert DC power to AC right at the panel and so don’t require a string inverter.

Because of the panel-level conversion, if one or more panels are shaded or are performing on a lower level than the others, the performance of the remaining panels won’t be in any jeopardy. Microinverters also monitor the performance of each individual panel, while string inverters show the performance of each string.  This makes microinverters good for installations with shading issues or with panels on multiple planes facing various directions. Systems with microinverters can be more efficient, but these often cost more than string inverters.

What are string Solar Inverters

What are Battery based Inverters

Battery Based Inverters are bidirectional in nature and include both a battery charger and inverter. Battery-based inverter/chargers may be grid-interactive, standalone grid-tied or off-grid, depending on their UL rating and design.  The primary benefit of inverter/chargers is that they provide for continuous operation of critical loads irrespective of the presence or condition of the grid.

Battery based inverter/charger manages energy between the array and the grid while keeping the batteries charged. They monitor battery status and regulate how the batteries are charged.

Searching for Solar PV Inverter Repairs Near Me?

Call our team today, to find out how we can expertly repair and maintain your Solar PV today, GOS Heating are the professionals you can count on for your every need. Simply give GOS Heating a call today to find out more about our Solar PV Inverters repairs and maintenance or request a free quote. We will be there for you to provide your solar PV inverter repair and maintenance checks in Preston at a time most suitable for you.

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