The Bright Benefits of Solar Panels on Your Home

Solar panels have always been seen as a desirable addition to the home, but their appeal is higher than ever as soaring energy prices and increasing concerns over climate change lead more and more UK homeowners to invest in renewable energy.

Solar delivers long-term carbon reduction and an instant advantage in reducing your electricity bill, but it also adds value in other aspects of your property and finances.

Lower Bills and Energy Security

The most immediate and noticeable benefit of solar panels is the reduction in household energy costs. According to the Energy Saving Trust, a typical solar panel installation on a UK home could save between £600–690 per year depending on location and energy usage.

In an increasingly volatile world causing fluctuating energy prices, producing your own electricity also helps to mitigate costly spikes. With price caps regularly shifting, solar power reduces reliance on the grid, helping households plan ahead with more predictable energy costs.

Increasing Your Property Value

While their ability to lower bills makes financial savings in the immediate term, solar panels can also pay long-term dividends by boosting the value of your home. A study by Swansea University analysed 1.5 million properties and found homes with solar panels sell for 6–7% more on average, representing an uplift of around £14,000 to £16,000 depending on property size and location.

Solar Energy UK reports even modest installations can improve property value by £2,500–£5,600, particularly when they lead to improved EPC ratings, which are increasingly important to buyers and lenders alike.

Reduce Your Carbon Footprint

People considering solar panels for more sustainable living often ask how much of a difference they can make to the health of the planet. The answer is plenty: generating electricity from the sun is one of the most effective ways to reduce your home’s environmental impact.

Research from the Resolution Foundation suggests each UK household with solar could cut 1.1 tonnes of CO₂ annually — equivalent to around 31% of the average home’s emissions. In real-world case studies, homeowners have reported CO₂ reductions of up to 4 tonnes per year, depending on system size and usage.

Financial Payback

UK homeowners can also benefit from the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG), a government initiative which enables households to receive payments from electricity suppliers for electricity exported to the National Grid, providing certain criteria are met.

Tariffs range from 2p to over 40p per kilowatt-hour, depending on the provider. With average installation costs between £6,000–£8,000, many households now recoup their investment in 6–14 years, depending on usage and location. Some do it even faster when combined with battery storage or electric vehicle (EV) charging setups.

Modern solar panels are highly durable and require minimal maintenance. Whether you’re buying your first home or planning a smart upgrade, solar offers a route to lower bills, greener living, and greater long-term value.

At Erris Homes, we believe in building homes that are not only beautiful and functional — but future-ready. Every property on Phase II at our Calder Mews development in Greetland will be fitted with a state-of-the-art 2.87kW Solar System including seven panels enabling estimated savings of around £1,080 per year on energy bills. The system is included in our standard specification on Phase II, which means you’ll enjoy a net financial gain from day one.

The panels will also significantly reduce environmental impact with lifetime savings equal to 10,041 miles of driving, 13,700kg of CO2 emissions eliminated, or 104 trees planted. What’s more, we also include EV chargers as standard on Phase II, bringing further savings on cost and carbon.Erris Homes have opened the doors to Phase II, revealing stunning executive detached living designed to a premium specification. To enquire about the latest availability and arrange an appointment to view, please contact Edkins & Holmes on 01422 310044 or enquiries@edkinsandholmes.co.uk