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Support for solar PV includes 0% VAT on installations (until 31 March 2027), Smart Export Guarantee payments, and possible local authority schemes for lower-income households.
Owner-occupiers and landlords most commonly. Some local authority schemes target lower income or off-gas-grid households.
Use our free eligibility checker for a quick guide based on your home, household and goals. Then verify with the official source or an approved installer.
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Genuine free-solar offers usually involve trade-offs (e.g. roof rental). Most homeowners pay for the system but may benefit from grants, 0% VAT and Smart Export Guarantee payments.
Payback varies with system size, electricity use, export tariff and roof orientation. A reputable installer will model this for your home.
Yes. Some local schemes specifically target rental properties. Tenant agreement is normally required.