Your step by step solar panel installation guide.
Here’s how we get them on to your roof.
So, how do you get solar panels installed?
Well, we’re here to explain the whole process to you, from the initial discussions and quoting to the installation.
1Get an online quote.
You’ll get an online quote of our solar panels and battery.
2Choose your solar system.
We’ll recommend the number of solar panels, as well as a battery and tariff to help you make the most of your solar system.
3Get a custom design for your home.
We’ll custom design your solar and battery system to suit your home.
4Get it installed.
Once the grid has approved the connection of your solar system, choose a date and we’ll do the rest!
How solar panels are installed.
See how solar panels and battery storage are installed with our customer and colleague, Brian who shares his home installation journey.
6 panel system.
A typical 6 panel (2.85 kWp) home solar system starts from just £4,995.1
12 panel system.
A typical 12 panel (5.70 kWp) system with on-roof solar panels starts from just £6,495.
How much does it cost to install solar panels?
We've got Photovoltaic (PV) solar options to suit any home and help reduce your carbon footprint.
How long does a solar panel installation take?
As part of the initial solar PV survey we’ll let you know how long we expect it to take. Typically a small solar PV system on a single roof can be done in a day, but most systems take two days to install.
We’ll also need to put the scaffolding a couple of days beforehand and then take them down a few days after the solar panels are installed.
Why choose E.ON Next to install your solar panels?
MCS Accredited sales and design.
We’ll quote you to industry standards, ensuring the system is right for you and you understand what the expected energy generated will be.
MCS Accredited installers.
We ensure our solar panel installers meet the highest safety and quality standards.
Hassle free process.
From quote to commissioning, we handle everything, including grid connection applications.
A Smart Export Guarantee tariff.
Maximise your return when you export your excess generated electricity back to the grid.
Is my roof suitable for solar panels?
Whether your roof faces south, east or west your home is perfect to have solar panels fitted. North facing roofs will not receive as much sunlight and therefore won't be as effective, so we don’t normally recommend fitting panels to north-facing roofs.
The pitch of your roof should be between 20° and 50°.
As part of the process, we’ll inspect your roof to make sure that it’s in good condition and can have solar panels installed.
Do I need planning permission?
Adding photovoltaic solar panels to your home is classed as a "Permitted Development" in the UK so standard solar panel installations do not require planning permission.
However, you’ll need to obtain planning permission if your home is a listed building, world heritage site or the installation does not meet standard guidelines.
Start saving with our exclusive SEG tariff.
With a Smart Export Guarantee tariff, you can benefit from generating your own electricity, and help others by selling the renewable electricity you don't need back to the grid, generating some extra income for you at the same time.
Benefit from a solar battery.
Adding a battery can help you store more of the solar power you generate, so you can use it when you need it to help lower your electricity bills even further.
Easy to add on with a choice of battery sizes.
If you're having solar panels installed by us, you can add solar battery storage to your system at the same time for as little as £1,900.
So, don't wait any longer, join the renewable energy revolution to increase your energy independence and reduce your carbon footprint. Simply request your free solar battery quote and take the first step towards a more sustainable future.
See pricesYour solar panel installation FAQs.
When will the scaffolding be removed?
This is arranged at the same time as the erection date and usually within a few days after the installation.
Do you use contractors?
Yes we do use installation partners in some areas of the country, as well as our own internal installers. All of our installers go through rigorous technical, safety and quality training to ensure that every installation is carried out to the same high standards, and we carry out frequent audits of installations to help us continually improve.
Do you offer bird guards to protect the solar panels?
Yes, we offer bird deterrents for a small additional cost. Please discuss this with your sales consultant after you've received your quote.
How do I sign up for a Smart Export Guarantee tariff?
You can do your application online through our Smart Export Guarantee tariff form.
The legal bit.
1 Price is based on a 6-panel package (on-roof), single elevation of scaffold, with single-phase electrics, and no complexities, for example installing above a conservatory or digging trenching required for electrics.