Is Your Property Suitable?
South-facing roofs with a pitch of between 30 and 40 degrees receive the most sunlight in the UK, but east and west-facing installations still generate meaningful electricity. An MCS-accredited installer will assess your roof's orientation, shading, and structural condition before recommending a system. Flat roofs can also be used with angled mounting frames.
Costs, Savings, and the Smart Export Guarantee
A typical domestic solar system costs between £5,000 and £12,000 depending on size and whether battery storage is included. Most UK homeowners achieve payback within 8 to 12 years. The Smart Export Guarantee allows you to sell surplus electricity back to the grid — only MCS-accredited systems qualify.
Crawley is a new town in West Sussex, developed after World War II. It is home to Gatwick Airport, the second busiest airport in the UK, which is a major employer in the area. The town has a well-designed town centre with pedestrianised shopping areas. The mix of 1950s new town architecture and more recent development makes it a varied town. Manor Royal is one of the largest business parks in the south east.
Why MCS Accreditation Matters
Any installer you use should be registered with the Microgeneration Certification Scheme. This is required for Smart Export Guarantee eligibility and also provides you with a meaningful benchmark of installer quality and accountability.