Two installers in plain workwear fitting solar panels to the slate roof of a granite house

The process

How Solar Installation Works in Aberdeen

From first call to generating your own electricity — here is exactly what happens, with no surprises.

Quick answer

Getting solar panels installed in Aberdeen follows five steps. You request a quote by phone or online, our MCS-certified partner surveys your home, and you receive a written quote with the system size and total cost. If you go ahead, the system is installed, commissioned and handed over with its warranty documents.

Step 1

Week 1

You request a quote

Fill in the form or call us. We ask a few questions about your property and energy use — there is no cost and no obligation.

We will confirm your postcode falls within our service area and check whether your property type is suitable before booking a survey.

Step 2

Week 1–2

No-obligation home survey

Our MCS-certified installation partner surveys your home, checking roof orientation, pitch, shading, and structural suitability. About 45 minutes.

The survey also covers your consumer unit, meter position, and any planning constraints. If your roof is not suitable, we will tell you honestly rather than push a sale.

Step 3

Week 2–3

Detailed written quote

Within a few days you receive a written quote covering system size, expected yield, hardware, timeline and total cost — no hidden extras.

The quote includes projected annual generation in kWh, how Smart Export Guarantee payments work, and a full hardware specification with warranty terms.

Step 4

Week 3–5

Installation

If you go ahead, the install typically takes one to two days. Our partner handles the SSEN G98/G99 notification and MCS certification.

Scaffolding, electrical work, panel mounting, and bird proofing are all included. We coordinate SSEN paperwork so you do not have to chase it yourself.

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How panels mount to an Aberdeen granite roof

Step 5

Week 5–6

Handover and monitoring

The system is commissioned, your generation meter is set, and you are shown how to monitor output. Warranty documents are registered.

You will receive your MCS certificate, manufacturer warranty cards, and a handover pack. We remain available for questions after installation.

No pressure at any stage

The survey and quote carry no obligation. If you decide solar is not right for you, that is fine — there is no follow-up sales chase. We would rather you made the right decision than a quick one.

See the full hardware specification and pricing on our solar panels page, or read about the guarantees and warranties that come with every installation.

We install through MCS-certified partners.

Ready to start with step one?

A no-obligation quote, with a callback from our team.

Key facts for Scotland

The solar installation process in Aberdeen

  • The process runs from first call to switch-on in about five to six weeks.
  • Step 1: Request a quote by phone or online — no cost, no obligation.
  • Step 2: A 45-minute home survey checks roof, shading and electrics.
  • Step 3: You receive a written quote with system size, yield and total cost.
  • Step 4: Installation takes one to two days, including SSEN notification.
  • Step 5: System is commissioned with MCS certificate and warranty documents.

Common questions

How long does solar installation take in Aberdeen?

From first call to switch-on, the process typically takes five to six weeks. The survey takes about 45 minutes, the quote follows within a few days, and installation itself takes one to two days. SSEN grid notification and MCS certification are handled by our installation partner.

Do I need to be home for the solar survey?

Yes, the surveyor needs access to your loft or roof space, your consumer unit and meter position. The survey takes about 45 minutes and checks roof orientation, pitch, shading, structural suitability and electrical compatibility.

What happens after installation?

Your system is commissioned, your generation meter is set, and you are shown how to monitor output. You receive your MCS certificate, manufacturer warranty cards and a handover pack. We remain available for any questions after installation.