1.0% VAT
The government removed VAT on solar panel purchases and installation entirely. That's a meaningful chunk off the upfront cost, right from the start.
Last updated: 3 October 2026
Why More UK Homeowners Are Switching to Solar in 2026
Panels cost less than ever. The government removed the VAT. And your roof is probably already good to go.
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ENERGY BILLS UP 67% SINCE 2021
The typical UK energy bill is now £1,641 a year. Before the energy crisis it was under £1,400.³
Rates aren't coming back down. The question isn't whether solar makes sense — it's how much longer you'll wait.
£1,400
saving a year with solar
Up to 15p/kWh
get paid for exporting electricity to the grid⁴
0%
VAT on panels & installation (govt removed)
COMMON MYTHS VS. THE FACTS
What people assume
Myth
Reality
“My roof faces the wrong direction”
Myth
South, east or west-facing roofs all qualify
“It's too expensive now”
False
Panel prices are down 30%+ in the past 3 years¹
“I'll have to wait years to break even”
Outdated
At current energy prices, payback is faster than ever
“There's no government support anymore”
False
VAT scrapped on purchase & install — instant saving
“I can earn money from unused energy”
True
Earn £100–£400 a year depending on your export tariff²
¹ Source: IRENA Renewable Power Generation Costs report — irena.org
² Source: BetterHomeEnergy SEG comparison, April 2026 — betterhomeenergy.co.uk/solar-battery-calculator
³ Source: Ofgem energy price cap, Q2 2026 — ofgem.gov.uk
⁴ Source: BetterHomeEnergy SEG rate comparison, April 2026 — betterhomeenergy.co.uk/solar-battery-calculator
A lot of people assume solar won't work for them. Wrong roof direction. Too much cloud cover. Too expensive. But most homes with a south, east, or west-facing roof qualify, and the savings are very real.
Solar panels don't need bright sunshine. They need daylight, which the UK has plenty of. And with panel prices down more than 30% over the past few years, the numbers finally make sense for millions of households.
See what solar could save you each year
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Recommended system
9-12 panels · 3.6 kW system
Annual Savings
£550–£1000
Estimates based on Ofgem Q2 2026 electricity rate of 24.67p/kWh. Actual savings vary by location, roof orientation, and usage.
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Solar is becoming one of the cheapest ways to power your home
According to DESNZ energy projections, solar is on track to become one of the cheapest sources of electricity in the country.⁶
Prices have edged down slightly — but they remain 35% above pre-crisis levels and analysts don't expect a return to 2021 rates.
5 Reasons to Get Solar in 2026
2.Panels cost less than ever
Increased competition and better technology have pushed prices down over 30% in recent years.⁵ What felt out of reach a few years ago is now affordable for most homeowners.
3.Cut your electricity bill
Once the panels are up, sunlight is free. Depending on your home size and location, you could save hundreds of pounds every year.
4.Sell what you don't use
Through the Smart Export Guarantee, you can sell excess electricity back to the grid and earn up to £160 a year on top of your savings.
5.Boost your EPC rating
Solar panels can significantly improve your home's energy performance rating, which matters if you ever plan to sell.
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