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Solar Panels in Brighton

MCS Certified Solar Installers for Brighton Homes & Businesses

Expert solar panel installation across Brighton & Hove (BN1–BN3). Whether you own a Victorian terrace in Hanover, a period townhouse in Kemptown, or a modern build in Patcham, our MCS-certified team designs and installs solar systems tailored to Brighton's unique mix of property types. We handle conservation-area checks, scaffolding logistics in tight streets, and all DNO paperwork so you can start generating clean energy with confidence.

Solar installers in Brighton: design, install, and aftercare for solar panels, batteries, and EV-ready setups — itemised quotes, no call-centre runaround.

35+ local installs·83+ Google reviews (5.0★ avg)

Quick Installation

1-2 days on site

4-6 weeks survey to switch-on

Free Quotes

No obligation

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Why choose us

Why homeowners choose us in Brighton

Clear advice, tidy installs, and aftercare you can actually reach.

A system that fits your roof

Brighton's coastal position means excellent solar irradiance — the city enjoys around 1,800 sunshine hours per year, well above the UK average. We plan around roof splits, chimney shading, and access constraints common across Brighton's mix of Victorian terraces, Regency properties, and newer estates.

An install you can trust

Conservation-area considerations are assessed early. Brighton & Hove has extensive conservation areas around the historic centre, Kemp Town, and Hove seafront. We advise on panel choice and layout to minimise visual impact, and where needed we prepare submissions with appropriate visual-impact assessments for Brighton & Hove planners.

Aftercare & monitoring

Battery storage and EV chargers integrate cleanly with smart tariffs popular in the city, maximising self-consumption and reducing your dependence on grid electricity during expensive peak hours. We install Fox ESS, Anker SOLIX, and GivEnergy systems alongside your solar panels.

MCS certifiedRECC approvedDNO + paperwork handled

Solar panel installers in Brighton

As local solar panel installers, we offer clear advice, tidy installs, and aftercare you can reach. We’ll survey, design, scaffold (if needed), install and commission — and we’ll handle the DNO + MCS paperwork. If you want battery storage now (or later), we’ll design the system to suit.

Local installs
35+
around Brighton
On-site time
1–2 days
most homes
Panel cover
25-year panel cover
plus workmanship

What you get

  • Design matched to your usage
  • Battery-ready design (optional now or later)
  • Scaffolding arranged where needed
  • DNO application + MCS certificate
  • Monitoring setup + clear handover
  • Tidy install and respectful on-site work
  • Straightforward aftercare
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Coverage in Brighton

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Postcodes + local areas

Postcodes

BN1BN2BN3BN41BN42BN43BN44BN45

Neighbourhoods

HoveKemptownHanoverPreston ParkFivewaysPatchamWithdeanRottingdeanSaltdeanWoodingdeanMoulsecoombBevendeanColdeanPortsladeShoreham-by-SeaSouthwickMile OakSteyningHenfield

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Local track record

35+

Installations in and around Brighton

Solar Panels Brighton – Costs & Pricing

Typical installs land between £5,999 and £12,000, depending on roof layout, system size, and whether you add a battery. We'll give you a fixed, itemised quote before any work starts.

Typical system range
£8,500 - £10,400
Itemised after survey
Survey to switch-on
5–7 weeks (allowing for council checks)
Includes DNO + paperwork
Equipment cover
25-year panel cover
Plus workmanship cover
Average annual saving
£870/yr typical
Depends on usage + tariff

35+ installations completed in and around Brighton.

Typical system sizes

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4kW System

£6,350 - £7,900

2-3 bed homes

Panels10 panels
Est. Savings£600-£800/year
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6kW System

£8,500 - £10,400

3-4 bed homes

Panels15 panels
Est. Savings£900-£1,200/year

8kW System

£10,900 - £13,000

4+ bed homes

Panels20 panels
Est. Savings£1,200-£1,600/year

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What's included

Standard installation

  • ✓Solar panels and inverter
  • ✓Scaffolding (where required)
  • ✓Electrical work and commissioning
  • ✓MCS certification
  • ✓DNO (grid) application support
  • ✓Monitoring setup
  • ✓5-year workmanship guarantee

Common add-ons

  • Battery storageFrom +£2,500
  • EV charger installationFrom +£800
  • Bird protectionFrom +£300
  • Maintenance planFrom £240/year

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Final price depends on roof layout, access and DNO requirements.

Solar installation timeline — Brighton

A straightforward run-through of what happens from first survey to switch-on. Most installs take around 4–8 weeks end-to-end, with 1–2 days on-site.

1
Week 1
45–60 min

Free site survey

We assess roof space, shading, access and your usage, then confirm a system size that fits.

Roof + shading checkUsage goalsAccess / scaffold plan
2
Week 1–2
2–5 days

Design + itemised quote

You get a clear layout, expected generation, and a fixed, itemised quote so there are no surprises.

Panel layoutInverter / battery locationSavings assumptions
3
Week 2–4
1–3 weeks

DNO + paperwork handled

We handle the DNO application and certification paperwork while we schedule the install.

DNO applicationMCS paperworkInstall date booked
4
Week 3–6
1–2 days

Installation on-site

Our team installs and commissions the system with minimal disruption and a tidy finish.

Scaffolding (if needed)Install + commissioningHandover
5
Week 4–8
Same day

Switch-on + monitoring

We set up monitoring so you can see production from day one, and help you understand what “good” looks like.

Monitoring setupExport settingsSupport if you need it

Good to know

  • ✓Install day is usually 1–2 days (site-dependent).
  • ✓We handle DNO + certification paperwork as part of the job.
  • ✓You’ll get monitoring set up so you can track performance.
  • ✓Battery storage can be included now, or added later (system-dependent).
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Before we visit

If you can share a couple of details up-front, we can give a more accurate design and quote first time.

  • •Your address + postcode
  • •Any recent electricity bills (optional)
  • •Planned add-ons (battery / EV / heat pump)
  • •Any access constraints (terrace, shared driveway, etc.)

What happens next

On install day

  • •We protect floors/paths and keep things tidy
  • •Commissioning + safety checks before we leave
  • •Clear handover of what to expect day-to-day

After switch-on

  • •Monitoring is set up so you can track generation
  • •We’ll confirm export settings and next steps
  • •Support is there if you have questions later
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Solar & battery Brighton — reviews

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Our Solar Installations in Brighton

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Solar & Battery Questions – Brighton

Quick Answers About Solar Panels & Battery Storage in Brighton

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Do I need planning permission for solar panels in Brighton?
Most residential solar installations in Brighton are Permitted Development and don't require a planning application. Exceptions include listed buildings, properties where panels would be visible from a road in a conservation area, and properties within the South Downs National Park boundary (north of the A27). Our survey always includes a full planning check — we advise you upfront and handle any applications required.
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Can solar panels be installed on a Brighton Victorian terrace?
Yes — Victorian terraces in Hanover, Kemptown, and Preston Park are among our most common Brighton installations. South- or south-west-facing rear roofs are ideal for solar. We use string optimisers where chimney shading is a factor to ensure every panel performs independently.
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How much do solar panels save in Brighton?
Typical Brighton households save £750–£950 per year with a 4–6 kW system. Add battery storage and a time-of-use tariff like Octopus Go, and annual savings often reach £1,100–£1,400. Brighton's ~1,800 sunshine hours per year give above-average generation compared to the UK as a whole.
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Do you cover all Brighton and Hove postcodes?
Yes. We install across BN1, BN2, BN3, BN41, BN42, BN43, BN44, and BN45 — covering the full Brighton & Hove city area plus nearby South Downs villages including Steyning, Henfield, and Poynings.
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How much do solar panels in Brighton cost?
Most solar installs in Brighton start from £6,350. Final price depends on roof layout, system size, and whether you add a battery. We provide a fixed, itemised quote after a survey so you know exactly what's included.
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Who are the best solar installers in Brighton?
A good installer will be MCS certified, explain assumptions clearly (shading, export limits, payback), and provide aftercare. Eastbourne Energy is MCS certified, RECC approved, and we handle design, install, and handover end-to-end.
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How long does solar panel installation take in Brighton?
The on-roof work is usually 1–2 days. From survey to switch-on, most projects take around 5–7 weeks (allowing for council checks), depending on scaffolding and DNO approval. We manage the paperwork and get monitoring set up so you can track performance straight away.
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Which areas of Brighton do your solar installers cover?
We cover Brighton and nearby postcodes (BN1, BN2, BN3, BN41, BN42, BN43, BN44, BN45), including Hove, Kemptown, Hanover. If you're just outside the town boundary, ask — we're often already working nearby.

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Our Services in Brighton

Part of our wider East Sussex solar coverage, with county-level pricing and area guidance.

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