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[Home](/)/ 2. Solar installers Hampshire # Solar Installers in Hampshire Hampshire's trusted solar installation network — Southampton to Andover. [Free Hampshire quote](#quote)[Call 0333 567 1183](tel:+443335671183) ![Solar panels installed on a typical Hampshire home with bright sky overhead](/__l5e/assets-v1/f1c80cfa-053c-4755-a91f-cbcbc228b250/hero-solar-uk-home.jpg) MCS-accredited Vetted installers RECC · TrustMark ## Free Hampshire solar quote A vetted local installer will 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 Jump to a section about Hampshire Hampshire ## Solar across Hampshire Hampshire spans coastal cities, the South Downs, the New Forest fringe and a strong commuter belt around Basingstoke, Winchester and Fleet. Solar performs exceptionally well across the county — south-coast irradiance is amongst the highest in mainland Britain, and the housing mix offers excellent roof real estate. Demand has grown sharply since 2022 across all eight Hampshire districts. 1,000+ kWh/kWp/yr in Hampshire 7-10 yr Typical payback 25 yr Panel warranty Why now ## Why solar makes sense in Hampshire - Southern Hampshire (Portsmouth, Southampton, Fareham) records 1,050-1,150 kWh/kWp annually — top-tier UK performance. - Hampshire homes have a higher-than-average EV ownership rate; combining solar, battery and a tariff like Octopus Intelligent Go reliably gives 4-7 year payback on the battery alone. - Many properties in the New Forest, South Downs National Park and Winchester conservation areas require sensitive design — our vetted partners include heritage specialists. - ECO4-funded installs are available for eligible lower-income Hampshire households on means-tested benefits. ### Hampshire market notes Coastal salt-air exposure makes corrosion-rated mounting hardware important along the Solent. Inland, the standard A2 stainless mounting kits are fine. Installer lead times across Hampshire run 4-8 weeks outside peak season. ### Typical property mix A balanced mix of detached, semi-detached and terraced housing, with substantial new-build estates around Whiteley, Andover, Basingstoke and Eastleigh — many already pre-wired or configured for solar. Bungalows are common in coastal districts and ideal for solar. ### Grants, VAT & export 0% VAT applies. The Smart Export Guarantee pays for export. ECO4 grants can cover most or all of an install for qualifying low-income households. Some New Forest and South Downs parish councils have small community-energy grant pools. ## Solar panel costs and payback across Hampshire The cost of solar panels in Hampshire in 2026 is driven by three things: the size of the array (kWp), whether you add battery storage, and how complex your roof access is. A typical 4 kWp system on a two-storey semi in Hampshire lands between £6,500 and £8,500 fully installed, MCS-certified and DNO-notified. Step up to a 6 kWp array with a 10 kWh battery — the fastest-growing spec across Hampshire — and most homes sit between £11,000 and £14,000. Larger 8-10 kWp systems for detached properties with an EV and a heat pump typically run £14,000-£18,000. Every quote from our vetted Hampshire installers is at 0% VAT under HMRC's Energy Saving Materials relief, which stays in place until at least March 2027. Payback in Hampshire is amongst the fastest in the UK because the region enjoys stronger-than-average irradiance. Solar-only systems typically pay back in 7-9 years; solar plus battery in 8-11 years. Both numbers assume you self-consume 35-50% of what you generate (higher with a battery) and export the balance under the Smart Export Guarantee. Over a 25-year system life, most Hampshire households will see net savings of £18,000-£32,000 in today's money — closer to £45,000 once inflation on grid tariffs is factored in. ## Battery storage and EV charging in Hampshire More than three quarters of new solar installs across Hampshire in 2026 now include [battery storage](/services/solar-battery-storage). The reason is simple: Hampshire homes generate the bulk of their solar during working hours, when nobody is home to use it. A 5-10 kWh battery captures that surplus and discharges it into the evening peak, lifting self-consumption from around 35% to 75-85%. Pair it with a time-of-use import tariff like Octopus Cosy or Intelligent Octopus Go and the battery also charges overnight at 7-9p/kWh, ready to power the morning peak. Popular batteries fitted across Hampshire include GivEnergy, Fox ESS, Tesla Powerwall 3 and Puredrive — every one carries a 10-year warranty and is IP65-rated for garage or utility-room installation. A solar-aware [EV charger](/services/ev-charger-installation) completes the picture. Units like the Myenergi Zappi, Ohme ePod and Hypervolt Home 3 Pro monitor your solar export in real time and divert surplus power into the car — turning miles that would cost 8-10p/kWh on a smart tariff into free solar miles between April and September. Every EV charger installed by our Hampshire network qualifies for the OZEV EV chargepoint grant where you're eligible (flats and rental properties), and all are notified to your DNO on your behalf. ## Roof types, planning and conservation areas in Hampshire Hampshire covers a huge spread of housing stock — from Victorian and Edwardian terraces to 1930s semis, post-war estates, and brand-new developments with integrated in-roof panel options. Most Hampshire roofs sit between a 30° and 45° pitch, which is close to optimum for a UK south-facing array. East-west splits work well too: they flatten your daily generation curve, which pairs neatly with a battery and EV charger. Concrete tile, clay tile and natural slate all take standard MCS-compliant hook-and-rail mounting; flat roofs (typical of dormers and modern extensions in Hampshire) use ballasted A-frames that require no roof penetration. Domestic solar in Hampshire is generally permitted development, meaning you do not need planning permission — but there are exceptions. Conservation areas, listed buildings, and flats always require consent, and in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty the panels must not project more than 200mm from the roof surface. Your installer will check your specific address against the local planning portal before quoting, and any required application (usually decided within 8 weeks) is priced into the quote at no extra cost to you. ## DNOs, G98/G99 approval and export tariffs in Hampshire Every solar install in Hampshire needs to be registered with the local Distribution Network Operator (DNO). Most of Hampshire sits under UK Power Networks or SSEN depending on the postcode, with a small number of fringe areas under National Grid Electricity Distribution. Systems up to 3.68 kW per phase are notified after commissioning under G98; anything larger — which includes almost every 4 kWp+ single-phase install — needs G99 pre-approval, typically decided in 4-8 weeks. Our vetted Hampshire installers handle every part of that submission, and won't quote you a system size the DNO won't approve. Once commissioned, your system qualifies for the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG). You do not have to stay with your current import supplier to export — you can shop the SEG market independently. In 2026 the most popular tariffs amongst our Hampshire customers are Octopus Outgoing Fixed (15p/kWh flat), Octopus Flux (variable, peak export ~26p/kWh, designed for solar + battery households) and E.ON Next Export Exclusive (16.5p/kWh). See our [Octopus Flux vs SEG tariff comparison](/guides/octopus-flux-vs-seg-tariffs-uk) for a full breakdown. ## The install process and aftercare on every Hampshire job From accepted quote to commissioned system, a standard Hampshire install runs 4-8 weeks. Your installer books scaffolding, submits the DNO paperwork, and files a Section 80 notification with your council (a free notification, not a planning application). Scaffolding typically goes up the day before install and stays for 5-7 working days. The on-roof work itself takes 1-2 days; battery, inverter commissioning and electrical certification (NICEIC or NAPIT) happen on day two. You'll receive your MCS certificate, Building Control notification (via the Competent Person scheme), electrical installation certificate and full product warranty pack within 5 working days of commissioning. Every system installed via our Hampshire network is covered by a 25-year panel performance warranty (typically guaranteeing at least 84-87% output at year 25), a 10-12 year inverter warranty, a 10-year battery warranty, and a 12-year workmanship warranty backed by IWA insurance through RECC — so the workmanship cover survives even in the extremely unlikely event that your matched installer ceased trading. Annual remote [monitoring and maintenance](/services/solar-panel-maintenance) is included as standard, and any on-roof [repairs](/services/solar-panel-repairs) during the workmanship period are handled at no cost to you. Popular Hampshire towns: [Solar installers Southampton](/solar-installers-southampton)[Solar installers Portsmouth](/solar-installers-portsmouth)[Solar installers Winchester](/solar-installers-winchester)[Solar installers Basingstoke](/solar-installers-basingstoke)[Solar installers Fareham](/solar-installers-fareham)[Solar installers Andover](/solar-installers-andover) Towns in this county ## Solar installers across Hampshire [ Solar installers Southampton SO15 ](/solar-installers-southampton)[ Solar installers Portsmouth PO1 ](/solar-installers-portsmouth)[ Solar installers Winchester SO22 ](/solar-installers-winchester)[ Solar installers Basingstoke RG21 ](/solar-installers-basingstoke)[ Solar installers Fareham PO16 ](/solar-installers-fareham)[ Solar installers Andover SP10 ](/solar-installers-andover)[ Solar installers Eastleigh SO50 ](/solar-installers-eastleigh)[ Solar installers Aldershot GU11 ](/solar-installers-aldershot)[ Solar installers Fleet GU51 ](/solar-installers-fleet)[ Solar installers Gosport PO12 ](/solar-installers-gosport)[ Solar installers Petersfield GU32 ](/solar-installers-petersfield)[ Solar installers Romsey SO51 ](/solar-installers-romsey)[ Solar installers Havant PO9 ](/solar-installers-havant)[ Solar installers Alton GU34 ](/solar-installers-alton)[ Solar installers Lymington SO41 ](/solar-installers-lymington) Services ## What we install [ ### Solar Installation MCS-certified solar PV installs across the South East. View service ](/services/solar-panel-installation)[ ### Battery Storage Tesla, GivEnergy, Fox ESS and more — fully fitted, fully certified. View service ](/services/solar-battery-storage)[ ### Maintenance Annual health checks that protect your investment. View service ](/services/solar-panel-maintenance)[ ### Repairs Fast diagnosis and repair, any brand. View service ](/services/solar-panel-repairs)[ ### Commercial Solar PV for businesses, warehouses, farms and public buildings. View service ](/services/commercial-solar)[ ### EV Chargers Zappi, Hypervolt, Ohme, Andersen and more — OZEV-grade installs. View service ](/services/ev-charger-installation) Topic cluster ## Everything Hampshire homeowners search for [Solar Panels in Hampshire →](/services/solar-panel-installation)[Solar Panel Costs in Hampshire →](/services/solar-panel-installation)[Battery Storage in Hampshire →](/services/solar-battery-storage)[EV Chargers in Hampshire →](/services/ev-charger-installation)[Solar Inverters in Hampshire →](/services/solar-inverters)[Solar Maintenance in Hampshire →](/services/solar-panel-maintenance)[Solar Repairs in Hampshire →](/services/solar-panel-repairs)[Solar Surveys in Hampshire →](/services/solar-surveys)[Solar Finance in Hampshire →](/services/solar-finance)[Commercial Solar in Hampshire →](/services/commercial-solar) Explore the topic ## Everything Hampshire homeowners search for Descriptive links across our calculators, guides, services and local installer areas — pick the next step that fits where you are. Calculate Run the numbers - [Solar savings & payback calculator Model annual bill savings and payback years ](/calculators) - [What size solar system do I need? Right-size your array to your usage ](/calculators) - [Battery storage ROI calculator See the extra savings a battery unlocks ](/calculators) - [EV home charging cost calculator Compare charging on solar vs the grid ](/calculators) Services Solar services in Hampshire - [Solar Installation in Hampshire MCS-certified solar PV installs across the South East. ](/services/solar-panel-installation) - [Battery Storage in Hampshire Tesla, GivEnergy, Fox ESS and more — fully fitted, fully certified. ](/services/solar-battery-storage) - [Maintenance in Hampshire Annual health checks that protect your investment. ](/services/solar-panel-maintenance) - [Repairs in Hampshire Fast diagnosis and repair, any brand. ](/services/solar-panel-repairs) Learn Guides for Hampshire homeowners - [Are Solar Panels Worth It in the UK in 2026? An honest, numbers-led look at solar economics, payback periods and RO ](/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 ](/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 storag ](/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. ](/guides/solar-payback-period-uk) Other counties Where else we cover - [Solar installers in Kent Maidstone · Canterbury · Ashford ](/solar-installers-kent) - [Solar installers in Surrey Guildford · Woking · Cobham ](/solar-installers-surrey) - [Solar installers in West Sussex Worthing · Crawley · Horsham ](/solar-installers-west-sussex) - [Solar installers in East Sussex Brighton · Hove · Eastbourne ](/solar-installers-east-sussex) Reviews ## What Hampshire homeowners say Real feedback from homeowners we've matched with vetted MCS-accredited installers across the South East. > "Three quotes back within 24 hours. The installer we were matched with was £1,800 cheaper than the national firm we'd already had round — and finished in a day." Sarah & James M. · Tunbridge Wells > "Honest advice on battery sizing — they actually talked us down from 13 kWh to 9.5 kWh and it's been perfect with Octopus Flux." Dev P. · Maidstone > "Felt like a referral from a friend rather than a sales call. Workmanship warranty paperwork all turned up properly." Helen C. · Canterbury > "The firm they matched us with knew our road — they'd done two installs nearby. Made the survey really straightforward." Mark R. · Guildford > "Loved that I wasn't bombarded with calls. One vetted installer, one quote, sensible advice. Booked in within the week." Priya S. · Woking > "Brilliant local company they put us in touch with — turned up when they said, tidied up after themselves and the app was set up before they left." Tom & Becky H. · Brighton Every installer is MCS-accredited, RECC-registered and covered by a 12-year workmanship warranty. Before you buy ## Helpful UK solar guides [ 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. ](/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. ](/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. ](/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. ](/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? ](/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. ](/guides/solar-grants-uk-2026) FAQs ## Common Hampshire solar questions What size solar system suits a typical Hampshire home? A 4-6 kWp system is most common, covering 60-90% of an average household's electricity needs across the year. Larger family homes typically opt for 6-10 kWp with a battery. Do coastal Hampshire homes need different solar equipment? Yes — we specify A4 or duplex stainless mounting components and IP-rated isolators for properties within roughly 5 km of the coast to mitigate salt corrosion. How long does solar installation take in Hampshire? A standard residential install runs 1-2 days on the roof, plus 1 day for the inverter, battery and commissioning. Scaffolding goes up a day or two beforehand. What return can I expect in Hampshire? 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