by Karl Dyson | May 17, 2026 | Costs and Savings, DIY Solar News, News
If you have looked into rooftop solar, you will have come across the Smart Export Guarantee — the scheme under which energy suppliers pay households for surplus solar electricity exported to the grid. Rates vary but can add meaningfully to the financial return on a...
by Karl Dyson | May 17, 2026 | DIY Solar News, News, Renters and Flats
The government’s decision to legalise plug-in solar in the UK in 2026 was partly driven by a very specific group of people: flat dwellers. Around five million UK homes are flats. Most have no access to a suitable roof. Rooftop solar has always been someone...
by Karl Dyson | May 17, 2026 | Buying Guide, DIY Solar News, News
The long-term financial case for plug-in solar depends significantly on how long the equipment actually lasts. Headline numbers about 25-year lifespans sound impressive, but understanding what degrades, how quickly, and what the real replacement costs are gives you a...
by Karl Dyson | May 17, 2026 | DIY Solar News, Getting Started, News, Rules and Regulations
When something new gets legalised, it is natural to ask whether it is actually safe. The short answer for plug-in solar is yes — when installed correctly with certified equipment. But understanding what the safety measures actually do, and what the real risks are if...
by Karl Dyson | May 17, 2026 | DIY Solar News, Getting Started, News
The UK plug-in solar market is new and most buyers are doing it for the first time. A handful of mistakes come up repeatedly. None of them are catastrophic, but all of them are worth knowing about in advance so you can avoid them entirely. Mistake 1: Buying a cheap...
by Karl Dyson | May 17, 2026 | DIY Solar News, Getting Started, News
If you have read anything about plug-in solar you have probably come across the term anti-islanding protection. It sounds technical, but the concept is simple and the reason it matters is straightforward. It is also the reason your plug-in solar system shuts off...
