Solar panels: costs, payback and export rates
Solar is the most popular home energy upgrade in Britain. These guides use the Energy Saving Trust’s figures and current export tariffs so you can judge a quote and pick the right deal.
How much do solar panels cost in the UK in 2026?About £7,600 for a typical system, paying back in 9 to 12 years depending on where you live.
Smart Export Guarantee rates 2026: who pays most for your solarExport rates range from 2p to 20p per kWh. Every major tariff and its conditions.
Solar panel grants in 2026: what help actually existsWho can get free panels, the 0% VAT deadline and the ECO4 myth.More guides are added every week. See all guides.