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DIY Solar Panels vs Professional Installation

Posted on September 16, 2026 by

For many UK homeowners, the appeal of DIY solar panels comes down to one simple number: the cost of installation labour. With online tutorials, plug-in kits, and forums full of confident self-installers, cutting out professional fees from an already significant investment can feel like an obvious way to save. On paper, DIY solar looks cheaper. […]

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Solar Battery Storage: Is It Worth It for UK Homes?

Posted on September 9, 2026 by

If you already have solar panels, or you’re considering them, there’s a good chance you’ve asked yourself one question: is a solar battery actually worth the extra cost? It’s one of the most common questions we hear from homeowners across the South East, and the honest answer is that it depends on your circumstances. This […]

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Solar Panel Warranties Explained

Posted on August 25, 2026 by

Picture this. You have just collected three solar quotes for your South East home, and on the surface, they look almost identical. Similar panel count, similar inverter, similar bottom-line price. Look a little closer, though, and the warranties tell a very different story: one offers 12 years on the panels, another 25, and the third […]

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How to Clean Your Solar Panels (Safely)

Posted on August 12, 2026 by

Solar panels are a significant investment, and it is completely natural to want to keep them in the best possible condition. The good news is that in the UK, heavy rainfall does much of the cleaning work for you. However, certain situations, such as persistent bird fouling, a nearby tree dropping pollen and debris, or […]

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Solar Together and Group-Buying Schemes: Are They Worth It?

Posted on August 6, 2026 by

The upfront cost of solar is one of the most common reasons UK homeowners put off going green. So when a letter arrives from your local council inviting you to join a group-buying scheme, the appeal is obvious. Solar Together has been operating in the UK since 2012 and is now available  through dozens of […]

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0% VAT on Solar Panels: What It Means for You

Posted on July 30, 2026 by

One piece of good news that immediately changes the maths, if you are considering installing solar panels, is that solar panels in the UK are currently zero-rated for VAT. The relief is applied automatically by your installer and not reclaimed later.  The policy is a deliberate part of the government’s push to support household decarbonisation […]

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Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) Explained

Posted on July 24, 2026 by

Most solar homeowners focus on reducing their energy bills, and rightly so. But fewer realise there is another financial benefit quietly available in the background: getting paid for the surplus electricity you generate but do not use.  The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG)is the government-backed scheme that makes this possible. This guide covers everything you need […]

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How Much Can Solar Panels Save on Your Energy Bills?

Posted on July 8, 2026 by

With UK electricity prices remaining stubbornly high, the prospect of generating your own power at home has never been more appealing. The good news is that the savings are real and, for most South East England homeowners, substantial. A typical household installing solar panels can save between £300 and £700 per year on electricity bills, […]

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Grid Connection and DNO Applications (G98/G99) Explained

Posted on July 2, 2026 by

Most homeowners planning a solar installation spend their time thinking about panel placement, system size, and return on investment. What often catches them by surprise is learning that connecting solar panels to the UK grid is not simply a matter of wiring them up and flipping a switch. Every solar installation must be formally registered […]

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UK’s Zero Bill Readiness Report 2026

Posted on June 25, 2026 by

A new report by The Solar Co highlights the areas of the UK most able to get to Zero energy and travel bills, the unequal access to accredited installers and how the cost of installing solar has dropped over the past 12 months With UK households facing another squeeze from rising energy and fuel costs, […]

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