Fixed Price Quote with Finance Options

After assessing your details, we’ll provide a clear, fixed-price quote with no hidden extras. You’ll see a full breakdown of system size, projected savings, and available finance options, giving you complete transparency before proceeding.

Home Assessment & Suitability Check

If you’re happy to proceed, we’ll arrange a free home survey to review your roof, property, and location. This ensures there are no surprises and allows us to confirm a final delivery cost.

Ongoing Support & Maintenance

We stay with you beyond installation. You’ll receive full aftercare, guidance on monitoring your system, and access to maintenance or support whenever needed, helping you get the most from your solar panels for years to come.

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Solar Panel Calculator

Use our solar panel cost calculator to get a fast, personalised online solar panel quote based on your property. Answer a few quick questions and our solar price calculator will estimate what solar panels are likely to cost for your home, with options to add battery storage and explore finance.

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How to Use Our Solar System Cost Calculator

Our step-by-step calculator takes the guesswork out of solar costs. Here’s what you’ll need to tell us:

Do you own your home or business property?
What type of building do you have (terraced, semi-detached, commercial)?
What kind of roof do you have, and is it shaded?
How many panels do you want to install?
Would you like to include battery storage?
When are you hoping to get your system installed?
Interested in finance options?

Just click on the boxes that apply to you, fill in your details at the end, and you’ll receive a custom solar panel installation estimate based on your property. When you’re ready, our expert team of solar panel installers will take care of everything.

What Affects the Cost of Solar Panels?

No two properties are the same, so your solar panel price depends on a few key factors. This includes the number of panels and system size you need, whether you add battery storage, your roof type and layout, and your panel efficiency. As a general guide, most Elite Energy solar packages range from £3,995 for a small entry-level system up to £8,495 for a larger setup with battery storage. Our calculator narrows that down to a figure based on your own property.

Why Use Our Online Solar Panel Quote Tool?

Use our free solar panel price calculator to receive a personalised estimate based on your property. Here’s why you should use our tool:

Tailored to Your Property and Needs

Our tool asks straightforward questions about your home or business, such as whether you own it, your roof type, shading factors, and how many panels you want. This means the estimate you get is specifically designed around your property, rather than a generic price.

Government Grant Support

Once you complete and submit your details, our expert team will review your information and get in touch. We’ll guide you through available government funding options, helping you access grants that can reduce your solar panel installation costs.

Fast, Simple, and User-Friendly

Our online solar panel installation quote tool doesn’t include any technical jargon or lengthy forms. Our tool guides you step-by-step with easy questions that can take as little as 60 seconds to complete.

Completely Free and No Obligation

Our quote tool is quick and easy to use, and once you submit your details, you’ll hear from our friendly team who will review your info and provide a personalised solar panel installation quote. There’s absolutely no pressure to proceed, making our calculator an easy way to get expert advice.

Backed by Accredited, Experienced Installers

We've completed over 400 solar installations and 5,000+ home energy upgrades across the North East and beyond. We're MCS Certified, TrustMark Registered and RECC Approved, so the quote you receive comes from a fully accredited team, not a call centre.

Step-by-Step Solar Panel Installation Process

Once you’ve filled out all the details, here’s what happens next:

1

Fixed Price Quote with Finance Options

After assessing your details, we’ll provide a clear, fixed-price quote with no hidden extras. You’ll see a full breakdown of system size, projected savings, and available finance options, giving you complete transparency before proceeding.
2

Home Assessment & Suitability Check

If you’re happy to proceed, we’ll arrange a free home survey to review your roof, property, and location. This ensures there are no surprises and allows us to confirm a final delivery cost.
3

Ongoing Support & Maintenance

We stay with you beyond installation. You’ll receive full aftercare, guidance on monitoring your system, and access to maintenance or support whenever needed, helping you get the most from your solar panels for years to come.

How the Number of Solar Panels Affects Your Calculation

The number of panels you need has a direct impact on your solar panel price, so it is one of the first things our cost calculator asks about. Getting this right helps ensure your quote is based on a system that is actually suited to your property, rather than a generic package.

Not sure what's realistic for your roof? Our guide on how many solar panels can fit on your roof walks through a simple calculation you can do yourself, before getting a tailored figure from our calculator.

Your Energy Usage

The more electricity your household or business consumes, the more panels you’ll need to generate enough power. Checking past energy bills can give a good estimate of your typical usage.

Roof Size and Orientation

The available roof space limits how many panels can be installed. South-facing roofs usually capture the most sunlight, while east- or west-facing roofs may require more panels to produce the same energy.

Shading

Trees, neighbouring buildings, or chimneys that cast shadows can reduce the efficiency of your solar system, potentially requiring extra panels to compensate.

Panel Efficiency

Higher-efficiency panels produce more electricity per square meter, meaning fewer panels might be needed, but these can be more expensive upfront.

Future Energy Needs

If you’re planning to increase electricity use (e.g., adding electric vehicles or heat pumps), it’s wise to install a slightly larger system now.

How Long Do Solar Panels Last?

Solar panels are a long-term investment, so the estimate you get from our cost calculator isn't just a one-off price, it's the starting point for years of savings. Typically, high-quality solar panels have a lifespan of 25 to 30 years, but with proper care, they can continue producing energy beyond that.

Quality of Panels and Installation: Solar panels that meet recognised industry standards are built to last and deliver reliable energy production for decades when installed correctly.
Weather and Environment: Solar panels are built to withstand all kinds of weather, from heavy rain to snow and strong winds, but extreme conditions can affect efficiency over time.
Maintenance: Regular cleaning and system checks help maintain optimal performance. We offer ongoing support and maintenance services to keep your solar panels running smoothly year after year.
Warranties and Guarantees: Most solar panels come with manufacturer warranties covering product defects and performance guarantees that promise a certain level of efficiency over 25 years.

Frequently Asked Questions

We have tried to answer most questions here but if you have any other queries please feel free to contact us!

Is the solar panel cost calculator free to use?

Yes, our online solar panel quote tool is completely free, with no obligation to proceed once you receive your estimate.

How accurate is my online solar panel quote?

Your estimate is based on the details you provide about your property, so it's a strong starting point. We confirm a final fixed price after a free home survey.

Do I need my energy bill to use the calculator?

No, you don't need exact figures to hand. Our calculator asks simple questions about your property and preferences, and our team can refine the estimate with you afterwards.

What happens after I submit my details?

Our expert team reviews your information and contacts you with a fixed-price quote, a breakdown of projected savings, and any available finance or government grant options.

How much do solar panels cost?

Solar panel prices vary depending on system size, roof type, and additional options like battery storage. Our online calculator provides a personalised estimate based on your property and your needs, but most solar panel packages sit between £5,000 & £10,000. Our experts will give you an accurate quote tailored to your home.

Do solar panels pay for themselves?

Yes. Over time, the savings on your energy bills typically cover the initial cost of your solar panel system, and after that, you benefit from largely free electricity. Plus with the SEG scheme, you have the opportunity to earn between £300 and £600 per year by selling any excess energy back to the grid.

How long does installation take?

From the second you confirm your quote, we aim to plan the installation within 2-4 weeks. The installation itself usually takes between 1 and 3 days, depending on the system size and property

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Do I need planning permission?

Most domestic solar panel installations don’t require planning permission unless your property is listed or in a conservation area. If this applies to you, we’ll provide support and advice. Just get in touch.