Reviewed 15 August 2026

Use ranges as a sense check
These figures are indicative, include VAT only where the source says so and can date quickly. Difficult access, roof repairs, three-phase work, premium equipment, backup hardware and batteries can move a project well beyond them.
Compare quotes by installed kWp, usable battery kWh and included work, not panel count alone. Confirm scaffolding, protection upgrades, monitoring, registration and tax treatment in writing.
Savings depend on timing
IDAE explains that the strongest savings occur when solar generation is consumed directly. Tariffs, surplus compensation, daytime demand and batteries all affect the result. A payback claim without those inputs is marketing, not analysis.