Plain-English solar guides for UK homes

These guides answer the questions UK homeowners ask before they buy solar. They cover what panels cost, what you can save and which grants exist. They also explain how the Smart Export Guarantee pays you.

We link to the official source wherever we quote a rule or a figure, so you can check it yourself. Because schemes change often, each guide shows its date. If you want installer quotes after reading, use our contact form.

New to solar? Start with the guide on costs, then read the one on whether panels are worth it. Both show the sums, so you can test any quote you receive. Meanwhile, the guides on grants and export payments explain where help exists.

Our service pages cover each topic in more detail, since a guide cannot cover every case. See solar panel installation and MCS-certified installations for the basics. We add new guides on a regular schedule, so check back for more.