Solar panels

Your home may be fitted with Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels. If it is, the panels will be obvious and cover a large part of the roof. If they are fitted you will also have some electrical control equipment installed in the loft.

 The panels and control equipment generate high voltage electricity that can be dangerous if interfered with.

 The panels on the roof are fragile and could easily be damaged by anyone on the roof. This may put them at serious risk. 

 You must make sure anyone who may go on or near the roof such as television aerial or satellite dish installers is aware of the risks. You should only use registered, qualified installers as you may be liable for any damage they cause to the panels or equipment.        

 Anyone who goes into the loft must not interfere with the electrical equipment. It is important that air can move freely around the control equipment and you must not store items or boxes near it.

 You must report any damage to the panels or equipment to Derby Homes as soon as you are aware of it.