Harness the power of the sun and store it for when you need it most – complete energy independence for your home
An air source heat pump operates through a four-stage refrigeration cycle:
When sunlight shines on a solar panel, solar energy is absorbed by individual PV cells made from semi-conducting material (typically silicon).
PV cells produce an electrical charge when energised by sunlight. The stronger the sunshine, the more electricity generated. Panels work even on cloudy days!
DC electricity from panels passes through a solar inverter, converting it to AC electricity that can power your household appliances.
Your electricity is used in your home first - avoiding expensive grid energy. Excess can be stored in batteries or sold back to the grid.
Most homes in the UK are suitable for heat pumps, regardless of age, type, or construction. Key considerations include:
Sunlight is free! Once you've paid for the initial installation, your electricity costs will be significantly reduced as you generate your own power. The more solar energy you generate and use, the more you'll save, especially with electricity prices at record highs.
Solar electricity is a clean, renewable energy source. According to the Energy Saving Trust, a typical home solar panel system could save around one tonne of carbon per year2, equivalent to driving 3,600 miles (or from London to Bristol 30 times).
Export the electricity you can't use yourself and get paid for it. The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG)4 lets you sell extra electricity to the grid, providing additional income from your solar installation, with rates typically ranging from 1p to 30p per kWh.
With battery storage, you can save excess electricity generated during sunny periods for use when your panels aren't generating (like evenings or cloudy days). This increases your energy independence and maximises the financial benefits of your system.
Most homes in North London are suitable for solar panel installation. Here are the key considerations:
Nearby buildings, trees, or chimneys can affect panel performance. Modern systems can minimise shading impact using "optimisers" that ensure shaded panels don't reduce the output of unshaded ones.
Most domestic solar installations are considered "permitted development" and don't require planning permission5 provided they meet certain conditions:
While there are no dedicated standalone grants specifically for solar panels, several government-backed schemes can help reduce the cost:
Saving homeowners approximately £1,000 on installation costs7
Get paid 1p-30p per kWh for excess electricity exported to the grid. Ongoing income stream from your solar investment.
Running until March 2026, helps low-income households with energy efficiency measures, including solar in some cases.
Launched April 2025, provides targeted support for renewable energy to eligible households and social housing.
Good to know: The prices below show what you could save if we achieve our target 25% discount through group buying power. Think of these as "best case scenario" examples - your actual price will depend on how many neighbours join and the final auction results. The more people who register, the better the deals we can negotiate!
Market Price: £7,000
Save £1,750 (25% off)
Market Price: £12,000
Save £3,000 (25% off)
Market Price: £24,000
After £7,500 BUS grant + 25% off
The Energy Saving Trust estimates average annual electricity savings of
per year for London & South East properties (including SEG payments)9
How much solar you use directly
Southern UK gets more sun
Increases self-consumption
Using solar-electricity to power your heat pump reduces grid reliance. Save between £1,250-£2,100 annually.
£7,500 BUS grant for heat pumps, 0% VAT on solar, plus our 25% group-buy discount on both technologies.
Heat pumps provide an excellent way to use your solar electricity, increasing self-consumption from 30% to 70% or more.
vCombined system can reduce carbon emissions by approximately 2.6 tonnes of CO2 per year.
When designing a combined solar and heat pump system for your home, proper sizing is crucial:
Annual electricity usage
From 3.5-4kWp system
For optimal coverage
Ready to explore whether an air source heat pump is right for your home? Here's how our simple process works:
Quick 5-minute registration with basic home details. No commitment required.
Suppliers compete for your business via reverse auction. Save up to 25% through collective buying power.
Receive a tailored proposal showing installation costs, and available grants. Pay £125 - £250 deposit to proceed, with no obligation.
Expert home survey, specifications and design, MCS-certified installation, quality assurance and comprehensive warranties for peace of mind.
Complete our simple no obligation registration process to participate in the group-buy auction process and access discounts of up to 25% compared to standard market rates.
