Berkshire Solar is a free comparison service that matches you with 2–3 MCS-certified solar installers in your area. Tell us about your home and receive no-obligation quotes within 48 hours — for panels, battery storage, or both.
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No phone calls, no pressure. Just straightforward quotes from certified local installers.
Fill in the quick form with your property type, roof orientation, battery preference, and budget. Takes under two minutes.
We share your details with 2–3 MCS-certified solar installers in Berkshire who cover your area and specialise in your requirements.
Each installer contacts you with a detailed, itemised quote. Compare prices, panel brands, warranties, and reviews — then pick the one that suits you. Or none at all.
A typical solar panel installation in Berkshire costs £5,500–£11,000 depending on system size and whether battery storage is included. Here’s a breakdown.
We do the legwork so you don’t have to chase individual installers for quotes.
Every installer on our panel holds MCS certification — the industry standard for quality. This is required for you to access the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) payments for surplus energy.
Our service costs you nothing. Installers pay us a small referral fee — you just get competitive quotes with no strings attached.
Each installer provides a full breakdown: panel brand and wattage, inverter type, battery specs (if applicable), installation timeline, warranty length, and total cost including VAT.
Our panel includes installers based across Berkshire who know the local housing stock, roof types, and planning rules — not a national call centre dispatching crews from hundreds of miles away.
Real feedback from people who used our service to find their solar installer.
“Got three quotes within two days. The installer I chose was £2,000 cheaper than the one I’d found myself on Google, and they used better panels. System’s been running perfectly for four months now.”
“We were quoted £14k by a door-to-door salesman. Used this site, got three quotes, and ended up paying £9,500 for the same spec system with battery. Wish I’d found this sooner.”
“Really straightforward process. Filled in the form, got called by two installers the next day, and had panels on the roof within three weeks. Our electricity bill has dropped by about 70%.”
Clear answers to the questions Berkshire homeowners ask most.
A typical installation costs £5,500–£11,000 depending on system size and whether battery storage is included. A standard 4kW system without battery costs around £5,500–£7,000. Adding a 5–10kWh battery adds £3,500–£6,000.
Yes. A typical 4kW system in Berkshire generates around 3,400–3,800 kWh per year, saving approximately £800–£1,100 annually. Most systems pay for themselves within 6–8 years, with a lifespan of 25–30 years. You can also earn from the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) for surplus energy.
In most cases, no. Solar panels on domestic properties are classed as permitted development in England, provided the panels don’t protrude more than 200mm from the roof surface and don’t exceed the highest point of the roof. Properties in conservation areas or listed buildings may need permission from their local council.
MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) is the UK industry standard for renewable energy installers. Using an MCS-certified installer is required to access the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG), ensures quality and safety standards, and is typically required by mortgage lenders and insurers.
It depends on your usage pattern. If you’re out during the day when panels generate most electricity, a battery lets you store it for evening use rather than exporting it cheaply. At current electricity prices, a battery typically adds 2–3 years to the payback period but significantly increases self-consumption and long-term savings.
The physical installation typically takes 1–2 days for a standard domestic system. The process from initial quote to panels on your roof usually takes 2–6 weeks, including survey, scaffolding arrangement, installation, and grid connection notification.
The SEG is a UK government scheme that requires energy suppliers to pay you for surplus electricity you export to the grid from your solar panels. Rates vary by supplier (typically 4–15p per kWh). To access the SEG, your installation must be carried out by an MCS-certified installer.
Yes, 100% free. Berkshire Solar is operated by Local Quotes Ltd. Installers pay us a small introduction fee — you pay nothing. The quotes you receive are the same as going direct. There is no obligation to proceed with any quote.
Our panel includes MCS-certified installers covering every part of the county.
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