Balcony Solar vs Garden Solar: Which Setup Works Better in the UK?

by Karl Dyson | May 16, 2026 | Buying Guide, DIY Solar News, Getting Started

One of the advantages of plug-in solar over rooftop systems is flexibility. You are not limited to wherever your roof happens to face. Panels can go on a balcony railing, a garden fence, a shed roof, a wall bracket or a ground-mounted frame. Each option produces...

Plug-In Solar and Your Consumer Unit: What to Check Before You Buy

by Karl Dyson | May 16, 2026 | DIY Solar News, Getting Started, Rules and Regulations

The vast majority of UK homes can accommodate a plug-in solar system without any electrical work beyond the standard installation steps. But there is one area worth checking before you buy, particularly in older properties: the type of RCD protection in your consumer...

Plug-In Solar in a Power Cut: What Actually Happens

by Karl Dyson | May 16, 2026 | DIY Solar News, Getting Started

One of the most common questions people ask before buying a plug-in solar system is whether it will keep their home running if the power goes out. The answer, for a standard panel-only system, is no. Understanding why, and what the alternatives are, is worth doing...

What Is a Plug-In Solar Kit and How Does It Work?

by Karl Dyson | May 15, 2026 | DIY Solar News, Getting Started

If you have not come across plug-in solar before, the idea can sound almost too simple. Panels in your garden or on your balcony, a cable into a wall socket, and your electricity bill goes down. It really is roughly that straightforward, but understanding the...

Plug-In Solar vs Rooftop Solar: Which One Is Right for You?

by Karl Dyson | May 15, 2026 | Costs and Savings, DIY Solar News, Getting Started

The arrival of plug-in solar in the UK does not make rooftop solar irrelevant. They are different products aimed at different situations. Understanding what each one does well helps you work out which makes sense for your home, or whether there is a case for doing...

The G98 Notification: What It Is and How to Do It

by Karl Dyson | May 15, 2026 | DIY Solar News, Getting Started, Rules and Regulations

One of the steps that catches people off guard when setting up plug-in solar is the G98 notification. It sounds bureaucratic, but the process is usually quick and straightforward. Here is what it involves and why it matters. What G98 is G98 is the engineering...