Savvy home owners are moving quickly to 'invest' in solar panels...
GREEN POWER
Last updated: 1st September 2026


Why are UK home owners 'investing' in solar panel heating?
UK solar installations are at record levels, as more home owners generate their own electricity to cut energy costs and reduce their reliance on the gird. With little prospect of saving lots of money on your annual energy bills or returning to pre 'energy crisis' monthly payments, the best way to substantially reduce your energy costs, is to improve the energy efficiency (EPC) of your home.
Technology improvements over recent years, has significantly reduced the cost of solar panels, making them considerably more affordable.
Benefits of 'investing' in Solar Panels in 2024
1 No VAT paid on Solar Panel instillations on your home until 2027*
2 Solar Panels can increase the value of your home by up to 15% by improving your 'Energy Performance Certificate' (EPC) rating**
3 You need daylight not sunlight to generate solar power
4 Earn money back on energy you generate but don’t use in your home by selling back to the energy grid through your energy provider on a SEG Tariff
5 Save thousands of pounds on energy bills and pay back your investment in solar whilst living in your home
Increase the value of your home



Invest in solar panels, save on energy, increase the value of your home
Do I have to pay for solar panels?
Yes, if you 'invest' in solar panels, you either pay for the panels and instillation up front, or arrange a suitable finance agreement to pay over a fixed period of time that works for you.
If I install Solar Panels, will I also save money on my energy bills?
100% YES!! A typical UK household can expect savings of in excess of 80% a year off their energy bills. Benefit from improving the value of your home and saving on your bills by investing in Solar Panels in 2026.
*No VAT to be paid on ESMs
**Based on Rightmove Greener Homes Report 2023


