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Post-install snag inspection Independent quality check after the installer leaves

An independent on-site inspection booked AFTER your solar installation is complete and the installer has left. We check everything they should have done — physical quality, commissioning, settings, documentation, and cosmetic finish. Written snagging report identifies what's wrong, what needs fixing, and what needs pushing to get resolved.
  • Independent — no affiliation with your installer
  • Physical quality, settings, documentation, and finish
  • Written snagging report — your evidence for repairs
  • All brands — GivEnergy, SolarEdge, Growatt, SMA, and more
Book a snag inspection

Independent post-install check · written snag list · ideal before final payment.

Book snag inspection — from £145

Send us your MCS pack and a few photos. We'll produce a list of any safety or compliance issues to put to the installer.

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13 Trustpilot reviews
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I have a GivEnergy system consisting of two batteries, two inverters and a controlling EMS (Energy Management System) which has not worked since Nov 2025. After six months I discovered Solar Tech Support, reached out to them and Ron phoned me back – how often do you get that service? Could not be more helpful – worked directly with me over the phone, outside what I would call normal working hours. Lucid explanations and we were able to discuss the issues and history using camera and email history. As this was a very rare setup, Ron was able to access an EMS expert in the field to confirm the solution. One sunny day in, I am now only paying for standing charge and a few pence for spikes in grid consumption while battery catches up with house demand.

Ian · May 2026 Trustpilot

When my GivEnergy system had an issue, I was completely left without support and had honestly lost all hope. Thankfully, I searched online and found Ron, which completely turned things around. After sending him a message, he responded incredibly fast and called me to assure me that he would get the problem fixed. I really admire his dedicated, supportive nature and his determination to find a solution. With this kind of outstanding attitude and customer service, he has absolutely secured a future customer in me.

Sree · May 2026 Trustpilot

Ron want out of is way to help, nothing was to much. He was very thorough in what he did Very knowledgeable I would highly recommend Ron and his company He did a fantastic job for me. if you have any problems, he'll do his best to help you out and resolve your problem. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them

Dennis Brown · May 2026 Trustpilot

Ron took me through a diagnostic to confirm my GivEnergy Inverter had a fault. A common one as it turns out with the AC Inverter. As GivEnergy is defunct there is no immediate fix, aside from sourcing 2nd hand replacement. It may be that a fix becomes available over the summer which would make a lot of GivEnergy customers happy (Again)

Tony Deacon · May 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Ron with a problem and he sorted it out quickly with no problems at all. Very knowledgeable on anything solar/ batteries. I would recommend him to anyone

Phill · May 2026 Trustpilot

I've spoken to Ron a couple of times with issues with my Givenergy installation. Such a friendly knowledge guy very highly recommended. Thank you very much for resolving my issues

michael fairhurst · May 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Solar Tech Support in desperation. After explaining the issues I had with my system a diagnosis was made and a solution proposed. Fantastic service, even contacted a manufacturer to arrange replacement parts for me. Great communications, explained all they were doing and what I had to do, clearly and precisly. Followed up to confirm all was ok. Excellent service.

Mr Machin · May 2026 Trustpilot

After GivEnergy went into liquidation, just my luck, my battery started playing up (internal board crashed). Contacted my installer - not interested! Found Solar tech support on a Google search. Sooo glad I found this company! Ron is extremely helpful and has plenty of experience. He soon confirmed what the fault was, and helped me to get my system up and running again. Now moved my GivEnergy account to Solar tech support, and will definitely use again if I have more issues. Unusual to find such a helpful company in these times, no morons reading scripts, just direct contact with the engineer.

Keith Ballard · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Solar Tech Support when trying to understand what my Givenergy inverter problem might be and what might be my options. Received good/honest advise which backed up my thoughts.

Hugh Speirs · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

Ron is a super star. Two months ago my GivEnergy battery failed a firmware upgrade leaving it a brick. My installer couldn't/wouldn't fix it. GivEnergy couldn't/wouldn't fix it. Then they went into administration and all hope was lost. A flurry of emails later and Ron had diagnosed the fault (failed USB flash drive, something I'd suspected) and talked me through resolving it. Two months of nothing resolved in about 3 hours. It's great to work with someone who pays attention to the details, knows that they're doing (not just following a script) and gets stuff sorted without a fuss or up-charging.

Christopher · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I can add to the list of customers who had already 'given up' on GivEnergy due to their appalling customer service, and that was before they went into administration (their Trustpilot reviews don't lie!). So you can imagine my desperation when, having changed my ISP and my Inverter, predictably, proving to be the only device that didn't connect automatically to my new network, I found zero prospect of any customer support with GivEnergy having called in the administrators just five days earlier! The salvation came from Solar Tech Support. My IT advisor stumbled across their web site and some very helpful tips for beleaguered GivEnergy customers, as well as an offer to provide direct assistance. Nothing ventured, I decided to drop them an E-Mail, with very low expectations based on my experience of GivEnergy customer support. Within an hour Ron had responded with some pin point advice, and after a few exchanges of E-Mails he had nailed the problem, enabling the combined efforts of my IT advisor and solar installer to resolve it and reconnect my Inverter. Thank you Solar Tech Support, and Ron in particular, for coming to the aid of a deserted and despondent GivEnergy customer. Expert, razor sharp advice and first class customer service, even though I wasn't officially a customer.

customer · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

This company are a rare gem, I had a very unusual problem following a failed firmware upgrade on my GivEnergy kit. I then found out GivEnergy were in administration and had dismissed all their support staff! None of the usual fixes to try and restore my inverter comms would work, and I looked everywhere, forums, GivEnergy youtube support videos - even AI couldn't figure it out. My installer was talking about huge sums for system replacements, and being vague / evasive about if they'd even install replacement GivEnergy inverter. Enter Solar Tech Support, reassuring and knowledgeable from the very start, I've learnt loads about my solar system though the friendly chat while my engineer worked as he diagnosed the problem and figured out a fix procedure that I've not found anywhere else - amazing . If you need solar system repairs - especially if you like me have been left high and dry by GivEnergy, I cannot recommend this company enough. Give them a call.

Andy Thomas · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I sent a message on their website regarding a problem I have on my Givenergy system. Although not supplied by Ronald, I thought it was worth an email. Within the hour on a Saturday, he phoned and we discussed the problem. He logged in remotely and gave excellent advice. I'm too far away for his on-site help but he did diagnose the problem and was happy also to chat through my thoughts about an upcoming solar/battery install I'm planning. Great bloke.... if only he was nearer!

Philip · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I have a GivEnergy system consisting of two batteries, two inverters and a controlling EMS (Energy Management System) which has not worked since Nov 2025. After six months I discovered Solar Tech Support, reached out to them and Ron phoned me back – how often do you get that service? Could not be more helpful – worked directly with me over the phone, outside what I would call normal working hours. Lucid explanations and we were able to discuss the issues and history using camera and email history. As this was a very rare setup, Ron was able to access an EMS expert in the field to confirm the solution. One sunny day in, I am now only paying for standing charge and a few pence for spikes in grid consumption while battery catches up with house demand.

Ian · May 2026 Trustpilot

When my GivEnergy system had an issue, I was completely left without support and had honestly lost all hope. Thankfully, I searched online and found Ron, which completely turned things around. After sending him a message, he responded incredibly fast and called me to assure me that he would get the problem fixed. I really admire his dedicated, supportive nature and his determination to find a solution. With this kind of outstanding attitude and customer service, he has absolutely secured a future customer in me.

Sree · May 2026 Trustpilot

Ron want out of is way to help, nothing was to much. He was very thorough in what he did Very knowledgeable I would highly recommend Ron and his company He did a fantastic job for me. if you have any problems, he'll do his best to help you out and resolve your problem. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them

Dennis Brown · May 2026 Trustpilot

Ron took me through a diagnostic to confirm my GivEnergy Inverter had a fault. A common one as it turns out with the AC Inverter. As GivEnergy is defunct there is no immediate fix, aside from sourcing 2nd hand replacement. It may be that a fix becomes available over the summer which would make a lot of GivEnergy customers happy (Again)

Tony Deacon · May 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Ron with a problem and he sorted it out quickly with no problems at all. Very knowledgeable on anything solar/ batteries. I would recommend him to anyone

Phill · May 2026 Trustpilot

I've spoken to Ron a couple of times with issues with my Givenergy installation. Such a friendly knowledge guy very highly recommended. Thank you very much for resolving my issues

michael fairhurst · May 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Solar Tech Support in desperation. After explaining the issues I had with my system a diagnosis was made and a solution proposed. Fantastic service, even contacted a manufacturer to arrange replacement parts for me. Great communications, explained all they were doing and what I had to do, clearly and precisly. Followed up to confirm all was ok. Excellent service.

Mr Machin · May 2026 Trustpilot

After GivEnergy went into liquidation, just my luck, my battery started playing up (internal board crashed). Contacted my installer - not interested! Found Solar tech support on a Google search. Sooo glad I found this company! Ron is extremely helpful and has plenty of experience. He soon confirmed what the fault was, and helped me to get my system up and running again. Now moved my GivEnergy account to Solar tech support, and will definitely use again if I have more issues. Unusual to find such a helpful company in these times, no morons reading scripts, just direct contact with the engineer.

Keith Ballard · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Solar Tech Support when trying to understand what my Givenergy inverter problem might be and what might be my options. Received good/honest advise which backed up my thoughts.

Hugh Speirs · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

Ron is a super star. Two months ago my GivEnergy battery failed a firmware upgrade leaving it a brick. My installer couldn't/wouldn't fix it. GivEnergy couldn't/wouldn't fix it. Then they went into administration and all hope was lost. A flurry of emails later and Ron had diagnosed the fault (failed USB flash drive, something I'd suspected) and talked me through resolving it. Two months of nothing resolved in about 3 hours. It's great to work with someone who pays attention to the details, knows that they're doing (not just following a script) and gets stuff sorted without a fuss or up-charging.

Christopher · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I can add to the list of customers who had already 'given up' on GivEnergy due to their appalling customer service, and that was before they went into administration (their Trustpilot reviews don't lie!). So you can imagine my desperation when, having changed my ISP and my Inverter, predictably, proving to be the only device that didn't connect automatically to my new network, I found zero prospect of any customer support with GivEnergy having called in the administrators just five days earlier! The salvation came from Solar Tech Support. My IT advisor stumbled across their web site and some very helpful tips for beleaguered GivEnergy customers, as well as an offer to provide direct assistance. Nothing ventured, I decided to drop them an E-Mail, with very low expectations based on my experience of GivEnergy customer support. Within an hour Ron had responded with some pin point advice, and after a few exchanges of E-Mails he had nailed the problem, enabling the combined efforts of my IT advisor and solar installer to resolve it and reconnect my Inverter. Thank you Solar Tech Support, and Ron in particular, for coming to the aid of a deserted and despondent GivEnergy customer. Expert, razor sharp advice and first class customer service, even though I wasn't officially a customer.

customer · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

This company are a rare gem, I had a very unusual problem following a failed firmware upgrade on my GivEnergy kit. I then found out GivEnergy were in administration and had dismissed all their support staff! None of the usual fixes to try and restore my inverter comms would work, and I looked everywhere, forums, GivEnergy youtube support videos - even AI couldn't figure it out. My installer was talking about huge sums for system replacements, and being vague / evasive about if they'd even install replacement GivEnergy inverter. Enter Solar Tech Support, reassuring and knowledgeable from the very start, I've learnt loads about my solar system though the friendly chat while my engineer worked as he diagnosed the problem and figured out a fix procedure that I've not found anywhere else - amazing . If you need solar system repairs - especially if you like me have been left high and dry by GivEnergy, I cannot recommend this company enough. Give them a call.

Andy Thomas · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I sent a message on their website regarding a problem I have on my Givenergy system. Although not supplied by Ronald, I thought it was worth an email. Within the hour on a Saturday, he phoned and we discussed the problem. He logged in remotely and gave excellent advice. I'm too far away for his on-site help but he did diagnose the problem and was happy also to chat through my thoughts about an upcoming solar/battery install I'm planning. Great bloke.... if only he was nearer!

Philip · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

What's covered

Physical Installation Quality

Panel mounting alignment, roof tile impact, cable routing and clip condition, trunking UV rating, MC4 connector seating, roof penetration seals, inverter and battery mounting, ventilation clearance, weatherproofing, labour workmanship.

Commissioning Completeness

Is the system actually generating as expected? Battery charging from solar? CT clamps facing the correct direction? Export limit set correctly? EPS (backup) working if specified? Performance-critical settings verified.

Settings & Configuration

Export limit matches DNO approval. Charge and discharge schedules configured for customer's tariff. Battery reserves and depth of discharge settings. Firmware current. Monitoring on customer's own account (not installer's). Labelling and signage complete.

Documentation Check

MCS certificate status. G98/G99 notification. Electrical installation certificate. Warranty registration. Monitoring credentials. Safety labelling. User manual provided. Maintenance schedule included.

Cosmetic Finish

Cable tidiness and clipping. Roof tile alignment where panels mounted. Inverter and battery casing damage. Trunking condition and UV protection. Labelling accuracy and legibility. Paint or mounting frame issues.

Safety & Compliance

Electrical connections and earthing. DC and AC isolator operation. Consumer unit labelling and MCB protection. Cable gland sealing. Water ingress risk. BS 7671 compliance. MCS and manufacturer requirements.

Who books this

Homeowners with fresh installations — Just had solar installed and want independent verification before you accept it. Creates a quality baseline and gives you evidence if issues emerge later.
Homeowners who've spotted problems — You've noticed the installers left things incomplete, damaged, or misconfigured. You want professional documentation before confronting them or pursuing a complaint.
Home buyers with recently installed solar — You're purchasing a property with solar that was installed less than a year ago. You want independent assessment of installation quality and whether there are snags the previous owner left undocumented.
People pursuing installer complaints — You're about to raise a formal complaint with RECC or a claims company. A written snagging report from an independent engineer strengthens your case significantly.

What we check in your snag inspection

1

Physical installation quality and damage

Panel mounting inspected for alignment, clipping, and secure fixing. Roof tiles assessed for damage or misalignment caused by installation. Cable clips and trunking evaluated for UV rating and durability. MC4 connectors checked for proper seating. Inverter and battery mounting verified for stability and ventilation clearance. Roof penetration seals checked for water ingress risk. Overall workmanship assessed against installation standards.

2

Cable routing and tidiness

DC cables inspected for proper trunking and UV protection. Cable clips verified as outdoor-rated and properly spaced. Routing assessed for risk of chafing, water traps, or animal damage. Internal cable runs checked for correct placement and secure fixings. AC cabling from inverter to consumer unit assessed for proper gland sealing and safe routing. Cable tidiness evaluated — sloppy routing reflects poor quality and creates maintenance headaches.

3

Electrical safety and connections

DC and AC isolators tested for correct operation and verified as clearly labelled. Consumer unit connection checked — correct MCB rating, RCD protection, and solar circuit clearly labelled. Earth bond continuity verified. Cable glands inspected for water-tight sealing. All accessible terminations checked for secure tightness. Installation verified as compliant with BS 7671 electrical safety standards for solar PV systems.

4

Commissioning and performance verification

System generating at expected level for panel array size, orientation, and weather conditions. Battery confirmed charging from solar, not relying on grid import. CT clamps checked for correct orientation — reversed clamps are a common error. Export limit setting verified against the DNO agreement. If EPS (backup power) was specified, switchover functionality tested. Charge and discharge schedules verified as active and appropriate for customer's tariff.

5

Settings, configuration, and monitoring

Charge and discharge schedules verified as configured for customer's tariff, not left on factory defaults. Battery reserve and depth of discharge settings checked. Firmware version current. Monitoring portal confirmed active and linked to customer's own account — not installer's company account. Monitoring credentials verified as handed over. API integrations (if any) checked for proper setup.

6

Documentation and labelling

MCS certificate checked for issuance or in-progress status. G98 notification or G99 approval verified. Electrical installation certificate (BS 7671) obtained. Product warranties confirmed registered. Monitoring account credentials handed over to customer. All safety labels in place — DC array label, AC isolator label, emergency procedure label. User manual and maintenance guidance provided. Commissioning checklist completed and signed off.

7

Cosmetic quality and finish

Cable clips assessed for consistency and correct spacing. Trunking assessed for colour match and no cracks or UV degradation. Roof tile alignment checked where panels mounted. Inverter and battery casing inspected for dents, scratches, or damage. Paint or mounting frame finish assessed for rust, corrosion, or poor preparation. Labels checked for accuracy and readability. Overall aesthetic quality evaluated — good installations look good.

Common snags we find in post-installation inspections

These are real problems discovered during post-installation snagging inspections. Most could have been caught before the installer left, but having documented evidence gives you backing to get them fixed.

Damaged roof tiles

Tiles cracked, misaligned, or broken during panel installation. Installers sometimes leave this damage unaddressed. Needs fixing to prevent water ingress. Safety and cosmetic issue.

Cable clips missing or substandard

DC cables left partially unsupported or clipped with non-UV-rated clips that will degrade. Creates safety risk and poor workmanship appearance.

Trunking UV degradation

Plastic trunking not UV-rated for outdoor installation, or incorrect type used. Will crack and fail within a year or two, exposing cables to weather.

Poor cable routing

Cables routed where they can chafe on roof tiles, guttering, or sharp edges. Potential water traps where cables run. Sloppy overall workmanship.

Roof penetrations leaking or poorly sealed

Holes drilled for conduit entry left unsealed or sealed with incorrect sealant. Creates water ingress risk — expensive to repair later.

Inverter or battery mounting issues

Units mounted in damp locations, inadequate ventilation clearance, or insecure fixings. Long-term reliability and warranty compliance issue.

Panel mounting misalignment

Panels not mounted at same angle or alignment inconsistent. Looks poor and may indicate quality concerns in electrical connections too.

Missing or incorrect safety labelling

DC array labels, AC isolator labels, or emergency procedure labels not installed. Non-compliance with safety regulations.

Monitoring on installer's account

Monitoring portal set up under installer's company account instead of customer's. Customer has no access to their generation data and loses access if installer goes under.

Charge schedules left on factory defaults

Battery charge and discharge windows not configured for customer's actual tariff. System doesn't optimize for time-of-use rates, costing significant savings.

Export limit misconfigured

Set to 0 kW or wrong value — system doesn't export surplus generation to grid, preventing SEG payments.

Documentation incomplete

MCS certificate not issued, G98/G99 not filed, electrical certificate missing, warranties not registered. Creates problems months later.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Book as soon as the installation is complete and you have access to the system — ideally within the first week or two. The sooner you catch issues, the sooner you can contact the installer while they're still in their warranty grace period. Early snagging reports strengthen your position for remedial work. That said, if you've already waited months or even years, a snagging inspection still works — we document what's wrong now and you can use that for warranty claims or dispute resolution.
No. A snagging inspection does not affect your warranty coverage. We don't make any repairs or changes to the system — we inspect, report, and document what we find. Your warranty is between you and the installer, independent of any third-party inspection. In fact, having a written snagging report often strengthens your warranty position because it provides professional documentation of what was wrong when discovered, which supports your claim for remedial work.
Safety-critical findings are flagged prominently in the report and you're notified immediately. If we identify issues that could be dangerous — improperly earthed components, water ingress creating electrical risk, missing safety labelling, or electrical certification gaps — these are clearly documented with recommended remediation. The report is yours to use with the installer, your insurer, or a local authority if needed. We focus on identifying and documenting what's wrong so you can take appropriate action; we don't make emergency calls unless you ask us to.
Yes. A written, professional snagging report from an independent engineer is powerful evidence that the installer's work is below standard. You can send the report to the installer and request remedial work — most installers will respond because the evidence is from an independent third party, not just your word. If they refuse, the documented report is valuable for formal complaints to RECC, claims companies, or legal action. That's often why homeowners book this service — they've noticed something wrong but want professional documentation before confronting the installer.
An independent solar inspection (£145–£295) focuses on system performance, data analysis, battery health, and configuration quality — answering 'Is my system working as designed?' A post-install snag inspection (from £195) focuses on installation quality, workmanship, physical condition, and finish — answering 'Was my system installed properly?' They address different questions. You might book both if you suspect both performance problems and quality issues.
Yes — all major UK solar and battery brands including GivEnergy, Sunsynk, SolarEdge, Growatt, Solis, Fox ESS, Huawei, SMA, Fronius, Enphase, and Tesla Powerwall. The snagging inspection scope is the same for all brands — we check physical installation quality, electrical safety, commissioning completeness, cosmetic finish, and workmanship standards regardless of which equipment was installed.

Find snags before they become problems

An independent post-installation inspection documents what was installed incorrectly or left unfinished. From £195, written snagging report delivered within 48 hours. Use the report to negotiate repairs with the installer.

  • Independent — no affiliation with your installer
  • Physical quality, commissioning, settings, documentation, and finish
  • Written snagging report — your evidence for repairs

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