Solar guides
Everything you need to decide on solar panels, or to get paid properly for the ones you have, in plain English.
Getting paid for your solar power
Smart Export GuaranteeGet paid for the solar power you don't use. Rates compared.Feed-in Tariff paymentsPanels fitted before 2019? You could be owed money.Are solar panels worth it?Typical cost, yearly savings and payback time.Is a battery worth it?How much more you save, and how long it takes to pay off.
Thinking about getting solar?
Solar panel costsWhat a typical system costs to install in 2026.How much they generateBy region and system size, summer and winter.How many panels?A simple guide by home size and electricity use.Solar panels in winterWhat to expect from December to February.Plug-in solarLegal since August 2026. Great for renters and flats.Planning permissionUsually not for a house. The exceptions explained.0% VAT on solarNo VAT until 31 March 2027. What it covers.Warm Homes PlanLow-cost loans and grants for solar. What we know.