Solar panel installation in Manchester

MCS-certified installers based in Salford, with 1,100+ Manchester systems fitted. Free home survey and a clear quote before you decide anything.

  • Free home survey, no pressure
  • 0% VAT on panels and batteries
  • Install 2–4 weeks after survey
Trusted Partner
5.0from 249 Google reviews
  • MCS certified
  • NICEIC approved
  • RECC member
  • Tesla Certified Installer
  • EcoFlow authorised installer
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What customers say about their install

5.0
249 reviews on Google

“Excellent service from all the staff, from initial meeting and discussion about what set up would work best to the lads who came and did the work. Installation was done incredibly quickly.”

Dominic B. · Google review

“The contractors were excellent; they were friendly, open, and knowledgeable about what they were doing. They altered their initial plans based on what we wanted, and worked with us to arrive at a design solution.”

David L. · Google review

“Andy gave me great advice about adding a battery to my existing system. He was very knowledgeable and clear. Thanks to all at SMS.”

Sarah T. · Manchester · Battery storage

11,000+ installations completed

MCS and NICEIC certified installers, trusted by Octopus Energy.

Certified Tesla Powerwall installer, authorised EcoFlow installer and Octopus Energy Trusted Partner.

Installation is what we do, every day

From the survey to the switch-on, one team handles the design, the fitting and the paperwork. You get a system built for your roof and a certificate pack that keeps your warranties and export payments valid.

  • Designed around your roof

    A free survey checks your roof, electrics and energy use. Your proposal shows the panels, battery options and projected generation before you commit.

  • Fitted in one to two days

    Scaffold, panels, inverter and battery, commissioned and tested on the day. Tesla Powerwall 3 and EcoFlow PowerOcean, fitted by certified installers.

  • Paperwork done for you

    MCS certificate, DNO notification and Smart Export Guarantee registration, all included. Panels carry a 25-year performance warranty, with free lifetime remote monitoring.

Black solar panels on the roof of a semi-detached home, fitted by SMS

A Salford team with 1,100+ Manchester installs behind it

Every system is designed around your roof and how you use electricity, not a standard package.

Areas we cover

Didsbury, Chorlton, Withington, Burnage, Levenshulme, Wythenshawe, Fallowfield, Harpurhey, Moston and Gorton.

Also Salford, Stretford, Trafford, Eccles, Sale, Swinton, Cheadle Hulme and Stockport.

Postcodes M1–M4, M8–M9, M11–M16, M18–M23, M40 and M90.

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From first call to switched on

  1. Tell us about your home

    Answer three quick questions above, or call. The team replies within one working day.

  2. Free home survey

    Your roof, electrics and energy use are checked, then a system is designed around your home.

  3. Your quote, then install

    See the equipment, price and projected generation before deciding. Installation usually follows 2–4 weeks after the survey.

What could solar save you?

Roof direction (optional)
£1,260
estimated saving a year
£45
estimated new monthly bill
Get my real figures with a free survey

Indicative estimate, not a quote. Uses a maximum 70% reduction adjusted for roof direction. Your proposal sets out actual costs and savings.

Questions before you book

Something else? Call 0800 099 6606.

Two Tesla Powerwalls fitted to the side of a stone house
How much does solar cost for a Manchester home?

Packages start from £4,999 for an 8-panel (3.3kW) system, up to whole-home 6.6kW systems with a Tesla Powerwall 3. Prices include MCS certification, DNO notification and commissioning, and solar panels and batteries currently have 0% VAT. Your quote confirms the price after the survey.

How long does the installation take?

Most homes are fitted in one to two days once the scaffold is up. Installation usually follows 2–4 weeks after your survey, and your date is confirmed before work starts.

Do solar panels work in Manchester weather?

Yes. Panels generate from daylight, not heat. A south-facing 4kWp system in Manchester typically generates around 3,300–3,600 kWh a year, close to what an average home uses.

Is a battery worth it?

Without a battery, most homes use around 30% of what their panels generate. A battery raises that to around 75–85%, so more of your own electricity goes into your home rather than the grid.

Will I need planning permission?

Most homes fall under permitted development. In conservation areas, such as Albert Park and St James’ in Didsbury or Chorlton Green and Chorltonville, panels on the front need consent. The team handles the application.

Can you add a battery to panels I already have?

Yes. A Tesla Powerwall or EcoFlow battery can be added to an existing system, with a hybrid inverter upgrade if yours needs one. The survey confirms what your current setup can take.

Let's see what your roof can do

Free survey, no obligation, from the team down the road in Salford.