Solar Panels
For sustainable, cosy homes
Are you looking to lower your energy bills, reduce your carbon footprint, and gain greater energy independence? Solar panels are a fantastic and increasingly popular solution that converts sunlight into clean, renewable electricity to power your home.
With over 1.5 million homes in the UK already using solar power, it’s a proven, reliable way to create a more sustainable and cost-effective home.
The Benefits
Part of the heat pump will live outside of your house. This part often looks like a slightly larger air conditioning unit that you might see on buildings when you go abroad. They typically sit on the ground and will often be attached to one of your exterior walls.
Installing solar panels on your roof offers a wide range of benefits for your finances, your home, and the planet.
Lower Energy Bills: By generating your own electricity, a typical three-bedroom household can cut its electricity bills by up to 70%.
Great return on Investment: Installing solar panels can add an average of 4.1% to your home's value, making it more appealing to potential buyers.
Long-Term Savings: According to recent calculations, the average household will break even on a solar panel system in around 14.55 years, after which the electricity is essentially free.
Reduced Carbon Emissions: By switching to solar, you can shrink your home's carbon footprint significantly. An average three-bedroom house can cut around 0.47 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Gain Energy Independence: Solar panels reduce your reliance on the National Grid, and with a solar battery, you can store unused energy for use at night or during power cuts.
4 Easy Steps
Free Adviser Call
Free Home Assessment
Quotation and Supplier Selection
Installation and Completion
Speak with an Energy Adviser
If you would like help understanding your options or exploring which energy improvements might suit your home, our expert advisers are here to guide you. They will take the time to learn about your goals and your property so they can offer clear, practical advice that supports your next steps with YorEnergy.
You can use the calendar on the right to book a time that works for you. The next step is simply choosing a slot that fits your schedule, and one of our advisers will be ready to help, whether you need quick guidance or are preparing to begin a home energy project.
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Solar panels explained
Lower your energy bills and save money
Join the growing community of solar-powered homes
Earn money from surplus energy
What do air source heat pumps look like and where will they fit in your house?
Part of the heat pump will live outside of your house. This part often looks like a slightly larger air conditioning unit that you might see on buildings when you go abroad. They typically sit on the ground and will often be attached to one of your exterior walls.
How It Fits in Your Home
How It Fits in Your Home Solar panels are designed to be mounted on your roof, where they can get the best access to direct sunlight. The panels themselves are flat and typically dark blue or black.
Placement: Panels are most effective when installed on south-facing roofs, but east- and west-facing roofs can also work well. It's important that the roof is not shadowed by trees or other buildings.
How many panels will you need?
A typical two-bedroom home will need around ten panels, but we can tailor the system size to your energy usage and roof space. You can also add a solar battery to store excess power for use at night or on cloudy days.
Our advisors can conduct a free home assessment to ensure your roof is suitable and design the perfect system for your needs.
FAQ's - Solar panels
Average solar panel installation time:
2 days
The cost to install solar panels can vary, and is based on a few factors:
The size of your home.
The size of your solar panels.
Whether your house is a new build or an existing home.
If you need any additional equipment, like a solar battery.
Depending on these factors, solar panels range from £2,500 to £13,000. For example, for a three-bedroom semi-detached home in York, the panels would cost around £5000-£6000.
(Based on July 2024 costs).
Energy efficiency:
Solar panels create emissions when they're made, which are quickly cancelled out once you start using them. Solar power generates lower emissions overall than coal or natural gas, for example. The emissions are around 20 times lower than coal and 12 times lower than natural gas. Once set up, solar panels play an important role in lowering your carbon footprint.
How do solar panels work?
Solar panels sit on your roof and absorb the sunlight, turning it into electricity for your home. The panels have cells made of a material called silicon, which absorbs the sunlight. When sunlight hits these cells, it creates an electric current. This electricity can then power your lights, appliances, and much more. If your panels produce more electricity than you use, it can sell it back to the grid and earn money.
How much money could you save with solar panels?:
The running costs of solar panels will depend on how much energy you use and the energy system you are replacing. Here’s how much money you could save with solar panels:
Two-bedroom terraced | Three-bedroom semi-detached | Four-bedroom detached | |
Savings in one year | £440 | £660 | £1,005 |
Savings in 25 years | £11,000 | £16,500 | £27,500 |
(Data based on the national average household energy consumption, February 2024).
How can I help make my solar panels more efficient?
Our advisors can make sure your solar panels run efficiently by conducting a free home assessment. This includes checking the condition of your roof, how much sunlight would hit your panels, and your current electrical setup. By fixing any issues, you can improve the performance of the solar panels and save more money.
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My home is now a much more sustainable, quieter, comfortable space where I can relax without worrying about my energy costs.
Debbie, city centre
Additional Solutions
Are you looking for the perfect home energy solution, complete with excellent customer support?
YorEnergy’s efficient all in one approach makes it easy to upgrade your home's energy efficiency via multiple solutions including solar panels, doors and windows, and paired solutions for even better benefits.
Case Studies
Our case studies are real-life scenarios of York residents who have recently installed energy-efficient solutions in their homes. They have since become our Community Energy Champions, and you will be able to connect with them if you decide to use YorEnergy on your own journey towards energy efficiency!
