Want to switch
to Solar PV?

According to the Department of Energy & Climate Change (DECC), making energy saving improvements to your property can increase its value by 14% on average and up to 38%. So if your property value is £300k this would equate to an increase of £42k-£114k.
For further information from DECC see:
https://www.gov.uk/government/news/energy-saving-measures-boost-house-prices

No, is the simple answer for most properties. A photovoltaic system with photovoltaic solar panels on most homes is defined as a 'Permitted Development' and does not need planning permission.
However, for those who live in listed buildings, designated historic sites, conservation areas or have a flat roof then our solar panel installer will discuss options and planning consent with you. If required, planning permission usually takes 4-6 weeks to be granted.
For further information from the Department for Levelling up, Housing & Communities see:
https://www.planningportal.co.uk/

The UK recorded the highest number of new PV solar installations in February 2023 of 17,736 in a single month. This was considered due to increased consumer living costs and lower Solar PV system costs.
In March 2023, the Office of National Statistics (ONS) reported a total of 1,284,121 solar installations in the UK, an increase of 5% on the same period in 2022.
For further information from the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, and the Department for Business, Energy & Industrial Strategy see:
https://www.gov.uk/government/statistics/solar-photovoltaics-deployment

The UK has more sunshine energy than you might imagine. Remarkably, the UK receives just as much solar energy as some of the warmer European countries. Even on overcast and gloomy days there is more than enough solar energy to power your home.

In the UK, if your roof faces anywhere East to South to West then it will receive the most sunlight and therefore, more power. However, as the roof direction gets closer to due North then it will become more inefficient and unsuitable.
For example - If you stand at your front door and you look out facing North then the back of your home and roof facing South is likely where the panels will be placed.
We respect your choice and will always install a Solar PV system that suits you once all factors are considered at survey.
In addition, the pitch or slope of the roof is also important. A pitch of between 20 and 50 degrees is the most efficient.

Modern Solar PV panels rarely need to be cleaned. Because of regular rainfall in the UK, there is even less need to clean them.
However, if you do choose to clean them then ensure the right cleaning products are used to prevent damage and reduction in the power being generated.