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There are real advantages to having a solar system installed on your flat roof in the South East of England. On a flat roof, they can be oriented flexibly towards the Sun. They can face both east and west if on a suitable roof, and can offer easier access for maintenance. Finally, you can hide […]
Read MoreMost residential solar installs don’t require planning consent. However, all require sign-off from building regulations. This guide explains how installers must comply with building regulations to ensure your solar array meets legally required standards. In researching solar panels, most people may have only considered whether the home needs planning permission. Though only a small percentage […]
Read MoreIn most cases, you don’t need planning permission to have solar panels installed. Such an installation is usually considered ‘Permitted Development’ on most homes in the UK. This guide explains when planning permission is required — typically in the following cases: Although most homes can install solar panels without planning permission, all systems must comply […]
Read MoreWith energy prices remaining volatile, more UK homeowners are turning to solar panels to reduce their reliance on the grid. This guide will show you how they work – don’t worry, though, you won’t need any technical knowledge to understand it! The guide covers: On peak days, solar has supplied over 30% of the UK’s […]
Read MoreThe vast majority of UK roofs can support solar panels. In most cases, the question of installing solar panels is more about how much energy a solar array can generate on a given roof size, pitch and orientation. In this guide, we break down the key factors that determine whether your roof is suitable for […]
Read MoreInstalling solar panels might seem complex, but with the right installer most of the process is handled for you. Here, we will explain the process and show that, while there may be some disruption during the physical installation, it is a relatively simple process from beginning to end. Want to know if your home is […]
Read MoreOn the 7th April 2026 the UK recorded its highest ever amount of energy produced by solar panels, generating over 14 gigawatts of power that day which accounts for 35% of the country’s needs. That sunny Spring day shows just how much energy solar power can produce – even in a temperate country like ours. […]
Read MoreAs more UK households switch to electric vehicles, charging costs quickly become part of the bigger energy picture. How and when you charge your EV can make a real difference to your electricity bill. That’s where EV-specific energy tariffs come in. These tariffs are designed for EV owners and typically offer much cheaper electricity overnight, […]
Read MoreKey Takeaways Why Solar Panel Orientation Matters The direction your solar panels face is one of the most important decisions in your installation. Orientation affects how much sunlight your system captures, directly impacting performance, efficiency, and long-term savings. Whether you’re in Kent, Essex, Surrey, or elsewhere in the UK, choosing the correct orientation can maximise […]
Read MoreKey Takeaway Can Solar Panels Work at Night? No — solar panels use sunlight to generate electricity, so they don’t produce power after dark. In the UK, solar panels produce electricity for 6 – 17 hours per day, depending on the time of year. In Winter, when we have shorter days, solar panels generate electricity […]
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