Solar Panel Anti-Theft UK

How do I protect solar panels from theft?

Solar panel theft in the UK is rare (fewer than 100 reported cases per year) but increasing as panel values remain high. Protection options: (1) ANTI-THEFT BOLTS — tamper-proof fixings replace standard mounting bolts. Cost: £50-£100 for a full system. Simple, effective, and invisible. (2) CCTV — cameras covering the roof. Cost: £200-£500 for a basic system. Deters and records. (3) ALARM SENSORS — vibration/tilt sensors under panels that trigger an alarm. Cost: £100-£200. (4) GPS TRACKERS — hidden trackers inside panel frames for recovery. Cost: £30-£50 per tracker. (5) MONITORING ALERTS — set your inverter app to notify you of sudden output drops (indicates removal). FREE with most systems. Most effective: anti-theft bolts + monitoring alerts. Insurance also covers theft (check your policy).