Why Solar. Answered.
Why choose solar?
Solar lets you make part of your own electricity. Panels produce power in daylight, so you buy less from the grid. However, the saving depends on your roof, your habits and your tariff.
The sums differ for every home, so we publish the working. Our guides on what solar panels cost and whether they are worth it cite their sources.
How Y Solar works
We are a guide, not an installer. You send one enquiry, and we pass it to MCS-certified installers who cover your postcode. They then send quotes, and you choose whether to go ahead.
Because quotes vary a lot, compare at least three. Our guide to comparing solar quotes shows what to line up.
Help with the money side
VAT on solar installation is 0% in Great Britain until 31 March 2027. Export payments come through the Smart Export Guarantee, and rates differ between suppliers. Read how it works in selling electricity back to the grid.
Grants are changing, so we also explain who can get free solar panels and where to check the rules.
What we help with
All services →Solar Panel Installation
Battery Storage Systems
EV Charger Installation
Solar Panel Maintenance
System Health Checks
MCS-Certified Installations
Questions homeowners ask us first
Is Y Solar a solar installer?
No. Y Solar is an independent guide, and we do not fit panels ourselves. Because of this, any contract is between you and the installer.
How do I get a quote?
Send your postcode and a few details through the form on this page. We reply by email, and since there is no phone line, nobody cold calls you.
Do you only refer MCS-certified installers?
Yes, because MCS certification is the usual route to export payments and many schemes. You can check any certificate number on the MCS website before you agree to work.
Does it cost anything to use Y Solar?
No. Sending an enquiry is free, with no obligation to go ahead. Installers may pay us for introductions, although that never changes what our guides say.
Which parts of the UK do you cover?
We cover the whole UK, and we have detailed guides for twelve cities. If your area is not listed, send your postcode and we will still try to match you.
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Ready to find out if solar is worth it for you?
Tell us about your property, and we will pass your enquiry to MCS-certified installers who can give you a real answer.