Solar panel costs in 2026
A useful starting budget for a conventional domestic rooftop system is £6,000–£10,000 without a battery. This is our broad planning range, not a quoted minimum or maximum.
Clear advice for your next home upgrade.
Heat pump costs in 2026
For an air-to-water heat pump, use £10,000–£16,000 before grants as a broad planning allowance. The final design can fall outside that range.
Boiler Upgrade Scheme: the £7,500 heat pump grant
In England and Wales, eligible property owners can receive £7,500 towards an air-to-water or ground source heat pump through the Boiler Upgrade Scheme.
0% VAT on qualifying solar and battery installations
The temporary zero rate for qualifying energy-saving installations runs until 31 March 2027 under the current HMRC guidance.
Solar payback: calculate it without the sales guesswork
Simple payback is the installed cost divided by estimated annual net savings. It is a useful comparison, not a guaranteed return.
How to compare installer quotes
Compare the same scope before comparing the final figure. A clear quote makes the next decision much easier.