Solar Panel FAQ Aberdeen

Pricing depends on several factors, including the size of your home, how many panels your roof can take, and whether you want battery storage alongside the panels. There is no single price that fits every property, which is why we put together a free, no obligation quote for each customer. Give us a few details and we can give you a realistic figure based on your actual home.

Depending on your energy usage and system size, solar panels can cut your electricity bills by up to 50%. Households that are at home during the day tend to see the biggest savings, as they are using solar power directly as it is generated. Adding battery storage on top means you can also use that energy after dark, pushing your savings even further.

Solar panels respond to daylight, not just bright sunshine, so Aberdeen's climate is not a barrier to generating useful amounts of electricity. Modern panels are efficient even on overcast days, and the northeast of Scotland gets a solid amount of daylight throughout the year, particularly in summer. Many Aberdeen homeowners are already generating a meaningful portion of their household electricity from solar.

MCS certification is the recognised quality standard for solar installations in the UK. Only installations carried out by an MCS certified installer qualify for Smart Export Guarantee payments, which allow you to get paid for any surplus electricity you send back to the grid. Choosing a certified installer also gives you confidence that the work meets proper safety and quality standards.

Yes. The Smart Export Guarantee, commonly called SEG, requires energy suppliers to pay you for excess electricity your solar panels export to the National Grid. Your installation must be carried out by an MCS certified installer to be eligible. Rates vary between suppliers, so it is worth comparing tariffs once your system is up and running.

South-facing roofs give the highest output, but east and west-facing roofs can still produce strong results, often around 85% of what a south-facing system would generate. Roof pitch, shading from nearby trees or buildings, and the structural condition of your roof all play a part too. We will take a look at your property and give you an honest assessment of what is achievable.

For most homes in Aberdeen and the surrounding area, solar panels fall under permitted development, meaning no planning permission is needed. There are exceptions, including listed buildings and properties in designated conservation areas, where different rules apply. We will flag any planning considerations during the quoting process so there are no surprises.

Most standard solar panel installations are completed within a single day. If battery storage is being installed at the same time, you should allow for an extra half day on top of that. We will confirm the expected timeframe when we provide your quote. Our team keeps disruption to a minimum and clears up properly before they leave.

Solar panels typically carry a manufacturer product warranty of up to 25 years, which reflects just how durable and long-lasting they are. Inverters usually come with a 10 to 12 year warranty, and battery storage systems are generally covered for around 10 years. Our workmanship is also guaranteed, so the whole installation is properly protected.

Solar panels are built to sit outdoors for decades with very little attention needed. That said, a regular clean and inspection will keep them running at full efficiency. Panels that are left to accumulate dirt and debris can lose a noticeable amount of their output over time. We offer a full solar panel maintenance service covering cleaning, health checks, and bird proofing if needed.

A home battery storage system captures the electricity your panels generate but do not immediately use, holding it ready for when you need it in the evening or overnight. Without a battery, that surplus energy goes to the grid, earning you a small SEG payment. With a battery, you keep more of what you generate and rely less on grid electricity. It is particularly good value if most of your energy use happens after the sun goes down.

Getting a quote from us is straightforward and there is no obligation attached. You can fill in our online quote form at any time, or if you prefer to talk it through, just call us on 01224 506177. We will ask a few simple questions about your property and put together a clear, honest quote with no pressure to go ahead.