Most homes in the UK can benefit from solar panels, but a few factors influence how much electricity you’ll generate:

• Roof orientation: South- or southwest-facing roofs capture the most sunlight, but east- or west-facing roofs can still produce a significant amount of energy.

• Roof space and shape: A larger, unobstructed roof allows for more panels and higher energy output.

• Shading: Trees, neighbouring buildings, or chimneys that cast shadows can reduce performance.

• Roof condition: Solar panels last 25+ years, so your roof should be in good condition or ready for replacement.

Even with less-than-perfect conditions, solar may still be worth it. Installers can recommend alternative layouts, smaller systems, or even ground-mounted options.

Tip: Many UK solar companies offer a free site survey to show exactly how your home will perform.

For most UK homes, yes. Solar panels reduce the amount of electricity you buy from the grid, and you can be paid for surplus energy you export through the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG).

Adding a battery lets you store daytime generation and use it in the evening, so more of the power you generate goes into your own home.

How quickly a system pays for itself depends on your roof, your energy use and your tariff. That’s why every customer gets a tailored proposal showing expected generation and savings before they commit.

It depends on how much electricity you use and how much suitable roof space you have.

As a rough guide, a typical UK home might need around 8–12 panels of about 450W. Larger homes, or homes with an EV or heat pump, may need more.

We look at your bills, your roof and your plans for the future, then recommend the right size of system in your proposal.

We pair battery storage with an efficient heat pump. The battery charges on off-peak electricity and powers your pool heating through the day, when rates are higher.