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Find everything you need to know about hiring a solar panel installer. Get a quote for all types of home solar power installations including fitting solar panels and batteries. Below, we include tips to help you find a local solar panel installer:
- The benefits of installing solar panels
- What types of solar panels are there?
- What solar panel grants and loans am I eligible for?
- Factors to consider before you hire a solar panel installer
- How much do solar panels cost to install?
- What planning permission do you need to install solar panels?
- Questions to ask a solar panel installer before you hire
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Increasingly, homeowners around the UK are investing in renewable energy like solar panels. Solar panels can help you cut your energy bills and your carbon footprint, making them an environmentally friendly energy source.
Over 900,000 homes across the UK have already switched to solar panels. Thinking of joining them? A solar panel installation specialist can help you out.
The benefits of installing solar panels
Though solar panels can be expensive to install, they come with a large range of benefits. For example, solar panels:
- Are a renewable, green energy that helps you reduce your carbon footprint
- Are low maintenance, lasting upwards of 25 years without losing efficiency if looked after properly
- Can help you lower your energy bills and save money
- Can raise the value of your property and make it more desirable to potential buyers
- Are easy to scale up if you want to upgrade your system size
- Offer the potential to sell solar energy back to the National grid through an SEG tariff
Not sure whether solar panels are the right fit for you? Speak to a local specialist to get some advice and a free quote.
What solar panel grants and loans am I eligible for?
If you have an electricity metre (including prepayment metres) then you should be eligible for a Green Deal Finance Plan. This allows you to spread the cost of your solar panel installations across a 10-25 year period. To apply, you’ll first need to get your property assessed. You can find an assessor here. The initial assessment costs around £100 – £200 and comes with a formal report offering recommendations on energy saving improvements. Once you have the report you’ll be able to apply for a Green Deal Finance Plan.
Until the 31st of March, 2027, the government is helping homeowners improve their energy efficiency by allowing households to pay 0% VAT on the installation of all energy-saving materials. According to the UK, this could save a typical family around £1,000 in installation fees, as well as an additional £300 a year on energy bills.
Lastly, the Government’s Energy Company Obligation scheme (ECO4) is designed to help low-income households save energy. With ECO4, you can apply to have fully-funded or discounted solar panels installed in your home. You can check your eligibility here.
Factors to consider before you hire a solar panel installer
It’s really important that you choose a reliable solar panel specialist to carry out work on your home. Failing to do this can result in stress and costly repairs.
Before you hire, you should do your research to ensure that your solar panel installers:
- Are an experienced company with a strong history of high quality projects
- Have all the licenses and insurance needed to protect you and their workers
- Have a good range of positive reviews from previous customers vouching for their reliability
- Are available to carry out the work in the timeframe you need it by
- Are quoting a price and payment option that you are happy with, having compared the quote with other local solar panel companies
A local tradesperson is more likely to respond quickly, as they’ll be right around the corner and ready to help you install your new, green energy solution.
Post a job today to find a reliable, local solar panel service.
How much do solar panels cost to install?
How much you end up spending on your solar panels depends on a range of factors, including:
- The size of the system
- Whether you choose solar panels or solar tiles
- Whether you opt for building-integrated panels or choose panels that sit on top of your roof
- Installation difficulties, such as how hard it is to access your roof
- Where you live in the UK
The average domestic solar PV system (3.5kWp) costs between £5,000 and £8,000.
For a more accurate quote, speak to a solar panel installation specialist in your area. If you’d like to explore other renewable energy and energy saving improvements, check out:
- Installing loft insulation
- Installing an electric vehicle charging point
- Installing cavity wall insulation
What planning permission do you need to install solar panels?
Installing a solar panel system doesn’t usually require planning permission, though there are some exceptions to the rule, such as if you live in a listed building. If you’re not sure whether you’ll need planning permission, contact your local planning authority.
An accredited solar energy installer, such as an MCS accredited and certified installer, will be able to advise you on whether you’ll need to apply for permission.
Questions to ask a solar panel installer before you hire
A solar panel specialist will be able to survey your roof and advise you on the right solar panel model for your home. Here are a few questions to ask before you hire a solar panel company:
- Do you have public liability insurance and what does this cover?
- How many years of experience do you have?
- Do you use subcontractors? If so, are they licensed and insured?
- What is your estimated timeline for completing the project?
- How much will the job cost?
Specialist in boiler repair, service, maintenance and replacement/system upgrades. Also experienced in domestic plumbing, all work undertaken to the highest possible standard and all work guaranteed.
Very good gas engineer. Solved my problem
Our ethos is simple: hard work, work to budget and deliver a superb finish on time to achieve customer satisfaction. Our professional workforce is trained to work in a manner that reduces the potential for disruption and we take pride in what we do.
RS Property did a brilliant job on my bathroom; very professional and good communication with Roger throughout the project. I gave them a tight timeline and challenging materials and they worked well to get the job finished earlier than expected. They even took my bath and WC back to B&Q when they saw a small crack in them! Would highly recommend RS Property
AJ Plumbing Services. Qualified plumber& tiler 10yrs experience who works to a high standard. Will undertake all jobs.Bathrooms, Kitchens, Gutters, Drains, Leaks, Blocked Toilets,Tiling.FREE EMERGENCY CALL OUTS Free quotes
Prompt efficient service, very satisfied. Thank you! I will be very happy to recommend this company.
Excellent plumber,arrived on time,which is unusual.Gave a very professional service throughout. Highly recommended.Good prices too.
Covering North Wales call for: Heating systems Electrical Installations Gas safety certificates Boiler breakdowns plumbing repairs and improvements Bathroom Installations lighting kitchen installations
fitting a shower screen - arrive promptly as arranged, excellent job done and cleaned up after the job was complete - wouldn't hesitate to recommend him
---> [ Plastering, painting&decorating, tilling, bathroom&fittings, landscaping, etc]. FREE QUOTATION. Whether we are painting or building, our promise to you is simple..We will deliver a high quality service and meticulous finish like no other
Artur was very helpful. He did the work and left everything tidy and clean. He even moved things that needed to be moved and extra bits that needed doing at no extra cost. I was so impressed I got Artur to do more work for me beyond the insurance work he was contracted for. Thank you Rated People for introducing him to me. Great work Artur
Hi my name is Peter Dickson and for the last 28 years I've been all over the globe plumbing and heating on large jobs and small jobs from boilers to full systems and every kind of plumbing there is iam fully gas qualified and competent to work on all gas.
Very open, honest tradesman who was very professional. He was open & friendly from first point of contact until completion of the job. He gave full explanations regarding the repair & sound advice for future care/needs. Would definately recommend, and will not hesitate to use his service in future.
Mark did an excellent job, really good value and trustworthy. Would highly recommend.
Prompt response, good communications, would use again.
Ecxellent trustworthy tradesmen fitted complete bathroom in a short space of time. Nothing was too much trouble. Would recommend to anyone. Very reasonable price compared to others.
Martyn's reply was prompt, he was able to service the gas fire at a time convenient to us and he was very knowledgeable. Not only that but he was courteous, friendly and professional. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him and certainly will not be calling anyone else for my plumbing needs in the future.
We are a small family run business, we have been in the plumbing, heating and gas industry for 18yrs and in general building for around 15yrs. We cover a complete all round service, using in house trades people and also a number of sub contract trades, whom we have worked along side for many years. We cover plumbing, heating and gas services, for installation, service and repair. We are also underfloor heating specialists. We take on all major building works, covering loft conventions, Extention’s, Referb’s, we cover kitchens and bathrooms and pride ourself on our great feedback and also customer base, we always look to expand our client base. We can offer the use of our structural engineer and also our architect, we generally use the same on all our jobs unless the client has their own.
I'm very pleased with the work Grant did on our garden concrete foundation. On-time, high quality and no-nonsense.
good job done after other carpenters mess
Please search my name on facebook to see jobs I have completed over the last few years I am 39 from Wirral. I have many areas of experience, I have extensive experience in restoration work, tile, slate, guttering also roof windows (Velux) and am also a Rubber Roofing Trained fitter. I also have a lot of experience fitting decking and patios. and brickwork. I Have completed numerous plasterwork repair jobs especialy after renovations, such as new windows or doors. Also, I have comprehensive experience fitting Insulated steel cladding. Also known as composite cladding.
Excellent from initial contact to finished job.
we are a family owned and run company with 30 years of experience in electrical and plumbing work for property landlords and tenants. all our people are time served and fully qualified. we are also gas safe registered with fully qualified engineers
Tony arrived on time to provide an estimate for a shower repair. He rang in the evening to discuss the problem and offered a solution, as he had done some research on the internet. A replacement shower was not required, only a shower head to match existing make and model. Many thanks. I would be pleased to recommend this trades person.
Just a little info about myself . Attended college in 1989 to obtain City & Guilds in Joinery. Gaining 2 distinctions 1 credit.I have worked with varied building companies, For the past 4 years I have been self employed working on a varied range of work,
We had 3 requests to our job and chose Andy because he turned up on time to quote. Andy was honest and realistic about the work we wanted doing he gave open straight forward advice. Andy is a time served joiner and the proof showed in the quality of his work. Andy also has lots of other trade skills so don’t be afraid to ask for advice and a quote. The proof of what we think and what you can expect is in the photos posted of our work. It can only be described as a quality job thank you.
Smart Maintenance Plus LTD - well established company, we are experts in maintenance and refurbishment and over 20 years of experience in all aspects around your property. We provide high quality professional services with outstanding results and guarantees. Gas safe & Electrical certificates signed upon request.
Job well done! Thank you Gill
Marc was helpful and very prompt, coming out to quote the day I posted the job. Agreed a very reasonable price, and the job was done within 48 hours. Would definitely recommend and use again, many thanks!
I am a sole trader plumber with experience in all types of domestic plumbing, as well as specialist skills in the renewable energy field. This includes; solar thermal hot water, under floor heating, air and ground source heat pumps. No job is too small.
Had a couple of radiator's fitted. Excellent service, great communication, fast fitting, great job. Highly recommend.
Hallett and son ltd Plumb/build/Renovate all aspects of plumbing and building work undertaken
Did exactly what they said. On time and within budget. Great family Company. Polite, courteous and definitely 100% reliable
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