How Much Can I Save?

You can save up to a third on your overall energy bills (assuming medium energy use and that you use 50% of the electricity you produce). But the actual amount will always depend on how and when you use electricity. 

You'll get a much more free energy if you are in daylight hours when the panels are producing and/or you set timers for equipment like washing machines. Whatever the figure, the savings are likely to increase because everything you produce is inflation proof (energy prices have doubled over the last 5 years, according to research by uSwitch last year).

How can I be sure I am using the free electricity?
Everything happens automatically. When the solar panels are fitted, you use your electricity as normal. If there is electricity being produced by the panels when you use anything electrical it will use that first automatically. If there isn't enough being produced for what you need, or if it is night-time, then you will automatically use electricity from your usual supplier.

How does all this work with my existing power company?
It doesn't affect anything that you already do and so you don't need to worry about anything. You stay with whatever energy provider you like, and switch when and if you like. Your utility company will take its normal reading and bill you as usual. Of course, this reading will be lower and so your solar electricity costs will be less (and if you buy a solar PV system up front, you may receive a cheque rather than a bill!). And that's true whether you buy electricity and gas together or individually from different companies.

Find your roof today to see if you are Eligible for Free Solar!