About Home Solar Guide

Home Solar Guide is an independent information service for UK homeowners considering solar panels. We provide plain-English advice, free tools, and connections to MCS-certified installers — with no sales pressure and no affiliate bias.

What we do

We help homeowners make informed decisions about solar energy. Specifically, we offer:

• A free savings calculator that gives personalised estimates based on your postcode, roof, and electricity usage.
• A roof suitability checker that assesses whether your roof is a good fit for solar panels.
• Detailed, independently written guides covering everything from costs to installation to battery storage.
• A free quote service that connects you with up to 3 MCS-certified installers in your area.

Our principles

• Independence: We do not install solar panels ourselves. Our advice is not influenced by any manufacturer or installer.
• Transparency: We explain exactly how our calculator works and what assumptions we use. See our methodology and editorial policy.
• Plain English: Solar can be confusing. We cut through the jargon and present information in a clear, accessible way.
• No pressure: We never cold call. If you request quotes, only MCS-certified installers contact you — and there is never any obligation.
• Data-driven: Our estimates are based on publicly available data from Ofgem, MCS, Energy Saving Trust, and PVGIS. We cite our sources.

Who we are

Home Solar Guide was created to fill a gap in the UK solar market: reliable, independent information that puts homeowners first. Too many solar websites exist primarily to generate leads, with content designed to sell rather than inform. We take a different approach — providing genuinely useful tools and honest advice, and only connecting you with installers when you explicitly ask for quotes.

How we make money

When you request quotes through our site, and an MCS-certified installer provides you with a quote, we may receive a referral fee from the installer. This does not affect the price you pay — it is how we fund the free tools and guides on this site. We never let commercial relationships influence our editorial content.

Get in touch

Have a question, suggestion, or correction? We would love to hear from you. Visit our contact page to get in touch.