Is my roof suitable for solar panels?

If you answer yes to each of these points, your home may be suitable for a solar system:

• My home already has a metered electricity supply.

• I own the freehold of my property. If you own a leasehold property, you will need permission from the freeholder. If you rent your property, you will need written permission from the landlord.

• My property is not a basement or mid-floor flat. These types of property are unsuitable for solar panels.

• My property is not a listed building, nor is it in a conservation area. You do not need planning permission for most home solar panels, but check first with your local planning officer, especially if your building is listed, or is in a conservation area or World Heritage Site. If you are unsure, give us a call.

• I have an unshaded roof space facing between east and west through south. Heavily shaded or north-facing roof spaces are unsuitable for solar panels.

The panels must face somewhere between SE and SW via South. Other directions are NOT suitable.

Check Size

You must have at least 8 square metres of space to locate the panels. This is roughly the same size as two family cars.

Check Shading

Solar PV Panels must not be shaded by buildings, trees, chimneys etc. or they will be much less efficient.

Roof Direction

The Solar PV panels must face somewhere between South East and South West via South. All other directions are NOT suitable i.e. West, North West, North, North East and East. Please compare your roof against the examples below to make sure it is suitable.

If your roof is suitable then get started by entering your details on the form above. If you are still unsure, dont worry as one of our advisors will verify this with you over the telephone.