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Solar panels: Is your roof suitable?

One of the first questions for any homeowner who is thinking about having a solar photovoltaic (PV) system installed is whether their roof is suitable for such an installation. Fortunately, most UK homes have roofs with a pitch between 30-50° which is suitable for solar panels. This is great news for any UK homeowner looking...

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What Is the Environmental Impact of Solar Panels?

Solar panels are becoming an increasingly popular way to reduce your carbon footprint and help the environment. That being said, we should be aware of some adverse environmental impacts of solar panels: the environmental impact of manufacturing solar panels, for example. So with the positives weighed against the negatives, which side comes out on top? In this blog...

Solar PV
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How to save money on your energy bills with a solar PV system

It is widely known and accepted that you can make noticeable savings on your energy bill using solar panels. But were you also aware that you can also profit by switching energy contracts, or even energy suppliers, due to your newfound independence offered by a solar PV system? What can you save on if you...

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The Honest Disadvantages of Solar Energy

When it comes to solar energy, there are a lot of benefits that people like to talk about: it makes use of a natural renewable resource, is rapidly coming down in price, and doesn’t produce harmful greenhouse gases. That much you already know. But what are the disadvantages of solar energy? Is there anything bad...

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Solar panels: How much do they cost and are they worth it?

When you register with Solar Together, you are presented with a market price indication of the cost of a system that you may find if you were to purchase a similar system on your own. According to the Energy Savings Trust, the average cost of a solar panel system in the UK is approximately £7,000...

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Do I Need a DNO Application for Solar Panels or Battery? 2025 Guide

If you’re planning to install solar panels or a home battery, there’s a good chance you’ll come across something called a DNO application. It’s one of the more technical steps in the process – but don’t worry. In this guide, we’ll break down exactly what it is, whether you need one, and what to expect....

Solar PV
aerial view of multiple houses with solar panels

Solar panels: Is your roof suitable?

One of the first questions for any homeowner who is thinking about having a solar photovoltaic (PV) system installed is whether their roof is suitable for such an installation. Fortunately, most UK homes have roofs with a pitch between 30-50° which is suitable for solar panels. This is great news for any UK homeowner looking...

Solar PV
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How Are Solar Panels Installed? A Step-by-Step Guide

Thinking about getting solar panels but not sure what actually happens when they go up on your roof? You’re not alone. For many UK homeowners, the idea of generating your own electricity is exciting — but the installation process can feel like a bit of a mystery and even a bit daunting at first. This...

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Smart meters and solar panels: Everything you need to know

Smart meters are great at giving you control over your energy usage. Solar panels are great at bringing your energy bills down and helping us all move towards a greener future. They might be useful enough separately, but what about together? Can you use solar without a smart meter? Will solar lower your bills if...

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Solar self-consumption: What is it and the best ways to increase it

Homeowners throughout the UK are increasingly looking towards renewable energy sources and solar energy, in particular, to meet their self-consumption needs. When deciding on whether to install a solar panel system or not, many homeowners will have the primary goal of making financial savings through reduced… or even eliminated electricity bills. Before breaking down some...

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Group-buying for solar: What is it and how does it work?

At Solar Together, we operate a unique group-buying scheme for solar photovoltaic (PV) panels and battery storage systems. Our group-buying scheme works by grouping residents from across the country together and acting as an intermediary for the buyers to increase their bargaining power. We do this by inviting certified solar panel and battery installers, who have been...

Group Buying, Solar PV
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How to save money on your energy bills with a solar PV system

It is widely known and accepted that you can make noticeable savings on your energy bill using solar panels. But were you also aware that you can also profit by switching energy contracts, or even energy suppliers, due to your newfound independence offered by a solar PV system? What can you save on if you...

Solar PV
man holding calculator next to toy house with solar panels

Solar panels: How much do they cost and are they worth it?

When you register with Solar Together, you are presented with a market price indication of the cost of a system that you may find if you were to purchase a similar system on your own. According to the Energy Savings Trust, the average cost of a solar panel system in the UK is approximately £7,000...

Solar PV
aerial view of multiple houses with solar panels

Solar panels: Is your roof suitable?

One of the first questions for any homeowner who is thinking about having a solar photovoltaic (PV) system installed is whether their roof is suitable for such an installation. Fortunately, most UK homes have roofs with a pitch between 30-50° which is suitable for solar panels. This is great news for any UK homeowner looking...

Solar PV
green field landscape with mountains in background

What Is the Environmental Impact of Solar Panels?

Solar panels are becoming an increasingly popular way to reduce your carbon footprint and help the environment. That being said, we should be aware of some adverse environmental impacts of solar panels: the environmental impact of manufacturing solar panels, for example. So with the positives weighed against the negatives, which side comes out on top? In this blog...

Solar PV
Energy grid united kingdom

Do I Need a DNO Application for Solar Panels or Battery? 2025 Guide

If you’re planning to install solar panels or a home battery, there’s a good chance you’ll come across something called a DNO application. It’s one of the more technical steps in the process – but don’t worry. In this guide, we’ll break down exactly what it is, whether you need one, and what to expect....

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