Slash your bills
A typical 4 kWp system can cut a UK family's electricity bill by 60–80% — that's hundreds of pounds saved every single year, every year, for decades.
MCS-certified installers · England & Wales
Cut your energy bills with solar panels built for British homes.
Compare free, no-obligation quotes from MCS-certified installers across England and Wales. 0% VAT until 2027, 25-year warranties, Smart Export Guarantee earnings — all backed by trusted UK installers.
- 12,000+ UK homes powered
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- Free, no-pressure quotes
Why go solar in 2026
Solar panels that pay for themselves — and keep paying.
Energy bills aren't going back to where they were. A solar system fixes part of your electricity cost for the next 25+ years.
Earn from the grid
Through the Smart Export Guarantee, your supplier pays you for surplus solar electricity you export. Some 2026 SEG tariffs pay up to 25p per kWh.
Energy independence
Generate and use your own electricity. Pair with a battery and you'll keep the lights on through outages, peak-rate hours, and price-cap rises.
0% VAT until 2027
The UK government's 0% VAT rate on residential solar runs until 31 March 2027. That's an instant 20% saving on every installation booked before the deadline.
Add value to your home
Solar-equipped homes consistently sell faster and at higher EPC bands. A solid system can add an estimated 1.5–4% to property value at resale.
25-year warranty
Quality panels are warrantied for 25 years on output and typically last 30+. Inverters carry their own multi-year guarantees. Built once, earning for decades.
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How it works
From quote to powering up — in 4 simple steps.
A clear, no-pressure process designed around UK homeowners. Most installs are scheduled within 4–6 weeks of your quote.
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Quick online quote
Tell us about your roof and bills (60 seconds). We match you with MCS-certified installers covering your postcode.
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Free home survey
An installer surveys your roof, orientation, shading, and consumption. You get a fixed-price quote with no obligation to proceed.
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Professional install
Most installs complete in 1–2 days. MCS-certified work, NICEIC-signed electrics, all certificates handed over.
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Save & earn
Watch your bills drop from week one. Apply for a Smart Export Guarantee tariff — the export payments start arriving in your account.
Your savings, modelled
See what solar could save you.
Use our quick calculator to model lifetime savings on your home — based on real UK irradiance data, current Ofgem cap pricing and Smart Export Guarantee rates.
It's an estimate, not a quote. Your real number depends on roof orientation, shading, and your actual consumption.
Try the calculatorExample · 4 kWp system · south-facing
£1,180Year 1 savings
8.2 yrsPayback
£42k25-yr savings
Modelled with 50% self-consumption, 15p/kWh SEG rate, 4% energy inflation.
Real customers
Trusted by homeowners across England & Wales.
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"Quote was clear, no pushy sales. The team installed our 4.4 kWp system in a single day and the bills have dropped exactly as quoted."
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"Made the whole process painless. MCS paperwork, SEG application, even the Octopus tariff switch — all sorted by them."
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"Genuinely impressed. We export almost half our generation now and the SEG payments cover our broadband bill every month."
Coverage
Solar panel installers across England & Wales.
We work with vetted MCS-certified installers in every major town and city. Find your area below.
London
Greater London & M25 Manchester
Greater Manchester Birmingham
West Midlands Leeds
West Yorkshire Liverpool
Merseyside Bristol
South West Cardiff
South Wales Swansea
South Wales Newcastle
Tyne & Wear Sheffield
South Yorkshire Nottingham
East Midlands Leicester
East Midlands Coventry
West Midlands Brighton
East Sussex Southampton
Hampshire
Greater London & M25 Manchester
Greater Manchester Birmingham
West Midlands Leeds
West Yorkshire Liverpool
Merseyside Bristol
South West Cardiff
South Wales Swansea
South Wales Newcastle
Tyne & Wear Sheffield
South Yorkshire Nottingham
East Midlands Leicester
East Midlands Coventry
West Midlands Brighton
East Sussex Southampton
Hampshire
FAQ
Common questions about solar panels in the UK.
How much do solar panels cost in the UK in 2026?
A typical 4 kWp residential system costs around £6,500–£9,500 fully installed, including 0% VAT (which runs until 31 March 2027). Larger 6 kWp systems or systems with battery storage typically run from £10,000–£14,500. The exact price depends on your panel choice, roof complexity, scaffolding requirements and battery size.
Are solar panels worth it in the UK?
For most south, east or west-facing roofs, yes. With current Ofgem electricity prices and Smart Export Guarantee payments, a 4 kWp system typically pays back in 7–11 years and continues earning for at least another 15. Energy prices are unlikely to fall back to 2020 levels, which makes solar an inflation hedge as well as a saving.
Do solar panels work in the UK winter?
Yes. UK solar panels generate around 15–25% of their summer output in December and January. They run on daylight, not heat, and produce useful electricity even on overcast days. The annual generation figure already takes UK weather into account.
What is the Smart Export Guarantee?
The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) is the UK scheme that requires licensed energy suppliers to pay you for surplus solar electricity exported to the grid. Rates in 2026 typically sit between 5p and 25p per kWh — Octopus Outgoing, EDF and others publish their current tariffs. We help you set this up after install.
How long do solar panels last?
Quality panels are warrantied for 25 years on performance — meaning they'll still produce at least 80–90% of their rated output after a quarter-century. Most panels keep generating beyond 30 years. Inverters typically need replacing once at around year 10–15.
Do I need planning permission for solar panels?
For most homes in England and Wales, solar PV falls under permitted development and doesn't need planning permission. Listed buildings, conservation areas and flat-roof installs above a certain height are the main exceptions. Your installer will check this for you before quoting.
Can I add a battery later?
Yes, most modern hybrid inverters are battery-ready, so you can add storage 6 months or 5 years later without re-doing the wiring. We'll often recommend a battery-ready inverter even if you're not buying a battery on day one.