--- title: "South East Solar Installers | Panels, Batteries & EV" description: "Vetted MCS-accredited solar installers across Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berks, Bucks, Oxon & IoW. 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Independent research from Solar Energy UK, Rightmove and the Halifax suggests a professionally installed solar-and-battery system adds 1.8-2.0% to a UK home's resale value — typically £7,000-£12,000 on South East house prices." } } ] } ] --- MCS-accredited · Vetted local installers · Free no-obligation quotes [0333 567 1183](tel:+443335671183) [South East Solar Network ](/) [Services](/services)[Areas](/areas)[Guides](/guides)[Calculators](/calculators)[About](/about)[Contact](/contact) / [0333 567 1183](tel:+443335671183)[Free Quote](/contact) Rated 4.9 / 5 across the South East # South East solar installers, vetted and ready to quote. MCS-accredited solar panel and battery installers across Kent, Surrey, Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Bucks, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight. We match you to a vetted local firm that fits your roof, your budget and your timeline. [Get my free quote](#quote) [Or call 0333 567 1183](tel:+443335671183) £1,400+ Avg. yearly saving 7-10 yr Typical payback 25 yr Panel warranty MCS-accredited Vetted installers RECC · TrustMark ## Free, no-obligation quote We'll match you to a vetted MCS installer and call you back within one working hour. Full namePhoneEmail (optional)Postcode Notes (optional) Your privacy matters: We will only pass your details to **1 vetted solar firm** who we feel is the best match for your needs — never multiple companies. Get my free quote By submitting this form you agree to our [Terms of Use](/terms) and [Privacy Policy](/privacy). MCS Certified Installers RECC Consumer Code 0% VAT on Solar Up to 25-Year Warranty Finance From 0% APR Rated 4.9 / 5 on Reviews What we install ## Solar, storage and EV — done properly. Everything a modern South East home needs to cut its bills and decarbonise. [ ### Solar Panel Installation MCS-certified solar PV installs across the South East. 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[ Solar installers in Kent Maidstone · Canterbury · Ashford & more ](/solar-installers-kent)[ Solar installers in Surrey Guildford · Woking · Cobham & more ](/solar-installers-surrey)[ Solar installers in Hampshire Southampton · Portsmouth · Winchester & more ](/solar-installers-hampshire)[ Solar installers in West Sussex Worthing · Crawley · Horsham & more ](/solar-installers-west-sussex)[ Solar installers in East Sussex Brighton · Hove · Eastbourne & more ](/solar-installers-east-sussex)[ Solar installers in Berkshire Reading · Bracknell · Slough & more ](/solar-installers-berkshire)[ Solar installers in Buckinghamshire Milton Keynes · Aylesbury · High Wycombe & more ](/solar-installers-buckinghamshire)[ Solar installers in Oxfordshire Oxford · Banbury · Bicester & more ](/solar-installers-oxfordshire)[ Solar installers in Isle of Wight Newport · Ryde · Cowes & more ](/solar-installers-isle-of-wight)[ Solar installers in Essex Chelmsford · Colchester · Southend On Sea & more ](/solar-installers-essex) [View all areas covered](/areas) Popular towns ## Jump straight to your town Direct links to our most-requested local pages — each with town-specific costs, FAQs and reviews. 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The right installer. No spam. ### Every installer vetted MCS, RECC, insurance, references, real customer reviews — every firm in our network has passed our audit. ### Designed around your roof We never sell a one-size-fits-all package. Your system is sized to your roof, your bill and your goals. ### 0% finance available FCA-regulated finance options — including genuine 0% APR — that keep you cashflow-positive from day one. ### Honest about payback We use conservative real-world numbers, not best-case marketing. You'll see the spreadsheet. 1,200+ South East installs supported £1.7M+ Customer bill savings to date 4.9 / 5 Average customer rating Guides ## Make a confident decision Plain-English answers to the questions every UK homeowner asks before buying solar. [ ### Are Solar Panels Worth It in the UK in 2026? An honest, numbers-led look at solar economics, payback periods and ROI for UK homeowners — county by county. Read the Are Solar Panels Worth guide ](/guides/are-solar-panels-worth-it-uk)[ ### Solar Panel Costs UK 2026: Real Prices, No Sales Spin What you should actually expect to pay for a residential solar system in 2026 — fully installed, including all the bits. Read the Solar Panel Costs UK guide ](/guides/solar-panel-costs-uk)[ ### Solar Battery Costs UK 2026: Brands, Capacities, Payback What batteries cost in 2026, which brands lead, and how to size storage so it actually pays back. Read the Solar Battery Costs UK guide ](/guides/solar-battery-costs-uk)[ ### Solar Payback Period UK: 7-10 Years on Most Homes How to model solar payback honestly — and what drives it up or down. Read the Solar Payback Period UK: guide ](/guides/solar-payback-period-uk)[ ### Best Solar Batteries UK 2026: Honest Brand Comparison Tesla Powerwall 3, GivEnergy AIO, Fox ESS, Pylontech, BYD — which one fits which home? Read the Best Solar Batteries UK guide ](/guides/best-solar-batteries-uk-2026)[ ### Solar Grants UK 2026: ECO4, 0% VAT, Smart Export Guarantee The grants and incentives actually available to UK homeowners in 2026, with no marketing fluff. Read the Solar Grants UK 2026: guide ](/guides/solar-grants-uk-2026) [All guides](/guides) FAQ ## Frequently asked How much do solar panels cost in the South East? A typical 4 kW residential system costs £6,500-£8,500 fully installed and MCS-certified. A 6 kW solar + 10 kWh battery package runs £12,500-£15,500. How quickly can I get installed? From signed quote to commissioning is typically 4-8 weeks. We can usually have a survey booked within 1-2 weeks of your enquiry. Are your installers MCS-accredited? Yes — every installer in our network is MCS-accredited and a member of a recognised consumer code (RECC or HIES). That is essential for the Smart Export Guarantee and protects your statutory rights. Do you cover my area? We cover Kent, Surrey, East Sussex, West Sussex, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Oxfordshire and the Isle of Wight — every postcode in the South East of England. Will solar work on my roof? Almost certainly yes. Any unshaded roof facing east through south to west works. We confirm with a free survey before quoting. How much will I actually save each year? A 4 kWp solar-only system in the South East typically saves £600-£800 a year. Add a 10 kWh battery and average savings climb to £1,100-£1,500, or higher on time-of-use tariffs like Octopus Flux. Your exact figure depends on how much of your usage happens at home during the day and your import tariff. How long do solar panels last? Modern Tier-1 solar panels carry 25-30 year performance warranties and typically produce useful power for 30-40 years. Inverters last 10-15 years and are usually replaced once during the panels' lifetime. Batteries carry 10-12 year warranties, with 60-70% capacity retention guaranteed at end of warranty. Do I need a battery, or just panels? It depends on when you use electricity. If you're mostly at home during the day, panels alone give a strong payback. If your usage is evening-heavy, a battery lifts self-consumption from 35% to 75-85% and typically doubles your annual saving — at the cost of an extra 2-3 years on payback. We model both options in every quote. What's the Smart Export Guarantee and how much will I get? The SEG is the Ofgem-mandated scheme where energy suppliers pay you for surplus electricity you export to the grid. Current rates range from 4.1p/kWh (British Gas) to 27p/kWh peak (Octopus Flux). Most South East homes on Octopus Outgoing Fixed earn £150-£350 a year from export alone. Will scaffolding damage my driveway or garden? No. Our scaffolders use plywood baseboards on soft ground and adjustable feet on driveways. Scaffolding is up for 3-5 days on a typical install and taken down as soon as the roof work completes. Any damage is covered by our public liability insurance, though incidents are rare. Can I get 0% finance? Yes — several of our network installers offer FCA-regulated 0% APR finance over 24-60 months, subject to status. Monthly repayments are typically designed to sit below your projected monthly bill saving, so the system is cashflow-positive from month one. What happens if I move house? Your MCS certificate and warranties transfer to the new owner with no fee. Independent research from Solar Energy UK, Rightmove and the Halifax suggests a professionally installed solar-and-battery system adds 1.8-2.0% to a UK home's resale value — typically £7,000-£12,000 on South East house prices. ## Ready to lower your bills? Get a free, no-obligation quote from a vetted MCS installer. Takes 60 seconds. 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