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EPS & Battery Backup Installation in Yorkshire

Thousands of Yorkshire homes now have battery storage — but many were installed without EPS being wired up. If your battery sits there doing nothing during a power cut, that's fixable. We install EPS circuits, changeover switches, and configure backup power on all major hybrid inverter brands. Based in Leeds, covering the full region.
  • Based in Leeds — same-week availability
  • Switches over in <20ms
  • All hybrid inverter brands
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Tell us your inverter brand and model, and what you want protected during a power cut. We'll confirm compatibility and recommend the right EPS configuration for your setup.

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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
Yorkshire context

Why so many Yorkshire batteries don't work during power cuts

Battery storage has been one of the fastest-growing solar upgrades across Yorkshire over the past three years. GivEnergy alone accounts for a huge proportion of new installations in the region. But many of these batteries were installed without EPS being wired up — either because the installer didn't offer it, the homeowner wasn't told it was an option, or the installer went bust before completing the work. The result: a battery that charges and discharges perfectly in normal use, but does absolutely nothing when the grid goes down.

<20ms

Switchover time — no flicker, no restart

9–18 hrs

Typical backup duration at 500W load (5–10 kWh battery)

From £495

Starting price for EPS installation (wall socket £495, dedicated circuit from £795)

The fix is usually straightforward — if your hybrid inverter supports EPS mode (most do), we install the wiring, add the neutral-earth bond, configure the inverter, and load-test it on site. Your battery then works as backup power automatically, without you having to do anything when the grid fails. Full guide to the 4 EPS configuration types →

EPS types

Four ways to configure EPS

The right configuration depends on how much of your home you want protected during a grid outage. All four options are available across Yorkshire.

Option 1
EPS wall socket

A single 13A socket wired from the inverter's EPS terminals. Powers one or two essential appliances — router, phone charger, lamp. The simplest and cheapest option.

£495
Option 2 — most popular
Dedicated EPS circuit

A separate sub-board protecting multiple circuits — lights, key sockets, freezer, boiler, broadband. Covers the essentials without the complexity of a full-house changeover.

From £795
Option 3
Full-house manual changeover

A rotary isolator lets you switch your entire consumer unit to battery power manually. Full-house coverage, but you need to physically turn the switch when the grid fails.

£995
Option 4
Full-house automatic changeover

An automatic transfer switch detects the grid outage and switches your entire consumer unit to battery power within milliseconds. No manual intervention required. The premium option.

From £1,295

Not sure which option suits your setup? Full comparison of all 4 EPS types →

Compatibility

Inverter brands we install EPS on in Yorkshire

EPS requires a hybrid inverter with battery storage. These are the brands we configure most often across the region — all support EPS mode with proper wiring and configuration.

GivEnergy

AIO and hybrid range. The most common battery brand in Yorkshire. EPS supported on all hybrid models — often just needs wiring and enabling in the portal.

Sunsynk

Hybrid range. Growing rapidly across Yorkshire. EPS configuration via Advanced Settings → Off-Grid/EPS in the inverter menu.

Growatt

SPH and SPA series. Common on retrofit battery installs. EPS via System Parameters → Off-grid Settings.

SolaX

Hybrid G4 range. EPS enabled in Settings → EPS Mode. Supports dedicated circuit and full-house configurations.

Fox ESS

H1 and H3 series. EPS supported with proper wiring. Common on newer Yorkshire installs alongside GivEnergy.

Others

Lux Power, Alpha ESS, Sigenergy, and more. If your hybrid inverter isn't listed, contact us to confirm compatibility.

Standard string inverters (SMA Sunny Boy, Fronius non-hybrid, SolarEdge single-phase) do not support EPS. If you have a string inverter and want backup power, you would need an inverter replacement to a hybrid model first.

Coverage

Where we install EPS across Yorkshire

We're based in Leeds and cover the whole region for on-site EPS installations. No additional travel charge within Yorkshire.

Full coverage map →

EPS not working?

Already have EPS but it doesn't activate during power cuts?

This is the most common EPS problem we see across Yorkshire — the battery has EPS mode enabled, but when the grid actually fails, the protected circuits trip or nothing happens. In almost every case, the cause is a missing neutral-earth bond on the EPS output. It's a straightforward fix that we can resolve in a single visit.

Neutral-earth bond installed and tested
Grid-loss simulation to verify switchover
Load test with real appliances
FAQ

EPS installation in Yorkshire — common questions

An EPS wall socket costs £495. A dedicated EPS circuit starts from £795 including wiring, neutral-earth bond, and inverter configuration. A full-house manual changeover switch is £995. A full-house automatic changeover switch starts from £1,295. All prices include Part P certification, testing, and a written post-installation report. No additional travel charge within Yorkshire. Full comparison of all 4 EPS types →
Most modern hybrid inverters support EPS: GivEnergy, Sunsynk, Growatt SPH/SPA, SolaX Hybrid G4, Fox ESS, Lux Power, Alpha ESS, and Sigenergy. Standard string inverters — SMA Sunny Boy, Fronius non-hybrid, SolarEdge single-phase without backup interface — do not support EPS. If you have a string inverter and want backup power, you would need an inverter replacement to a hybrid model first.
Almost always a missing neutral-earth bond. When the grid fails and EPS activates, the inverter output becomes an isolated island supply. Without a neutral-earth bond, RCDs trip because the earth reference disappears. This is the single most common EPS fault we see across Yorkshire — and it is a straightforward fix. GivEnergy EPS troubleshooting →
Yes. Many battery installations in Yorkshire were completed without EPS being wired up — either because the installer did not offer it, or because the homeowner was not aware it was possible. If your hybrid inverter supports EPS mode, we can add the wiring, configure the inverter, and test it regardless of who installed the original system. Book an EPS installation →

Want your battery to work during power cuts?

Tell us your inverter brand and model, and what you want protected — we'll confirm compatibility and recommend the right EPS configuration. Written quote before any work. Part P certified and load-tested on site.

  • EPS socket £495 · Dedicated circuit from £795 · Changeover £995
  • Part P certified, load-tested, documented
  • Not sure your inverter supports EPS? We'll check first

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