How do I finance a solar PV installation?

The most cost-effective way to finance the installation of solar PV panels is to pay in full using your own savings. If you're unable to pay upfront, you could consider a loan or remortgaging.

Do you own solar panels?

You OWN the solar panels. Under these schemes, you pay for solar panels over a fixed period, say 20 years. There are no upfront costs, and instead you pay a monthly fee, which usually covers the solar panel and battery installation, repairs and maintenance.

What happens if a solar PV company goes out of business?

Sometimes solar PV companies sell on installations, or the ownership changes if a company goes out of business. If you're unsure who owns the solar panels on your home, you can contact energy regulator Ofgem’s Feed-In Tariff Register Team at [email protected].

When will solar panels pay back to the grid?

New rules introduced this week will give homes and businesses that install solar panels payments for exporting electricity back to the grid from 1 January 2020.

Can you get free solar panels on a roof?

Companies offered to pay to lease your roof from you for 20-25 years and, in exchange, would install and maintain solar PV panels on it. You didn't have to pay upfront for the panels, and would also benefit from the free electricity produced by the system. But there are very few free solar panel schemes available now.

What if I don't qualify for a solar panel grant?

If you don't qualify for any solar panel grants, there's another way to start benefiting from solar electricity with no upfront cost. Sunsave Plus, the UK’s first solar subscription, will provide you with best-in-class kit, all in one easy solar & battery package that comes with a 20-year Sunsave Guarantee.