How much value do panels add?

£1,800-£4,000 directly. Plus EPC improvement (D→B = 5-10% higher sale price). Plus buyer appeal of lower bills.

Solar & Home Value UK 2026

By Home Solar Guide Team|Updated 18 March 2026|money

Independently written | Evidence-based | Sources cited

Solar increases home value — Solar adds £1,800-£4,000 to property value — plus ongoing bill savings attract buyers.

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Do solar panels increase home value?

Solar panels increase UK home value by £1,800-£4,000 (Energy Saving Trust). Additionally: EPC improvement from D to B can add 5-10% to sale price (Rightmove). Lower running costs attract energy-conscious buyers. Key conditions: panels must be OWNED (not leased), well-maintained, with complete documentation (MCS certificate, warranties). Leased panels may DETER buyers (inherited 20-25yr contract). Always buy outright for maximum resale benefit.

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Heat pumps use electricity at 300-400% efficiency, making them ideal partners for solar.

From our sister site Home Heat Pump Guide