Bright Ray Solar LTD · UK solar installers
Solar Panel Installation in the UK, done brilliantly
Bright Ray Solar LTD makes it simple to get solar panels and battery storage installed on your home or business. Every installation is carried out by our highly qualified team, at the best rates available on the market.
- Highly qualified installation team
- Best rates available on the market
- Domestic & commercial solar
- Solar battery storage specialists
The installation process
How to get solar panels installed in the UK
Getting solar panels installed in the UK is easier than most people think. Here's exactly how a Bright Ray Solar LTD installation works, from your free quote to switching on.
1. Request your free solar quote
Tell us your name, number, email and postcode. We'll give you an honest view of what solar could save you.
2. Home or business site survey
Our qualified surveyor checks roof orientation, shading, structure and your electrics to design the ideal solar PV system.
3. Planning & DNO paperwork handled
We confirm permitted development, prepare any planning application and manage your grid (DNO) notification.
4. Professional solar installation
Most domestic solar panel installations are completed in 1–2 days by our highly qualified installation team.
5. Switch-on, handover & SEG
We commission your system, show you the monitoring app and help you register for Smart Export Guarantee payments.
First steps
Where to start with getting solar installed
Check your roof and energy use
South, east and west-facing roofs all work well. Have a recent electricity bill to hand so we can size your system to your annual kWh usage.
Decide if you want battery storage
If you're out during the day, a solar battery lets you use your free solar energy in the evening and on cheaper smart tariffs.
Book a free survey with qualified installers
Choose an experienced, highly qualified team. Bright Ray Solar LTD gives you a clear, no-obligation quote at the best rates available.
Planning advice
What is the best way to get planning permission for solar panels on a home or business?
The best way is to let an experienced installer check your property before you apply. Most UK rooftop solar doesn't need full planning permission at all — and where it does, Bright Ray Solar LTD prepares the application for you.
Planning permission for solar panels on your home
In England, most domestic rooftop solar panels are permitted development. Panels generally shouldn't protrude more than 200mm from the roof or sit above the highest part of the roof (excluding the chimney).
Listed buildings & conservation areas
Listed buildings need consent, and conservation areas can restrict panels facing a highway. Discreet all-black panels and rear roof placement help applications succeed.
Planning permission for commercial solar panels
Many business rooftop systems also fall under permitted development, subject to conditions. Ground-mounted arrays and larger schemes are more likely to need a planning application.
DNO grid connection (G98 / G99)
Smaller systems are notified to your Distribution Network Operator after installation; larger or commercial systems need approval first. We handle it all.
Rules differ in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. We confirm the requirements for your property during your free survey.
Panel guide
Top 10 best solar panels for maximum output in the UK
High-efficiency N-type panels deliver the most power from UK daylight. These are the panels our team rates most highly for maximum output and long-term value.
- 1
Aiko Neostar (ABC back-contact)
Module efficiency: Up to ~24%+
Exceptional efficiency and sleek all-black looks – ideal where roof space is limited.
- 2
LONGi Hi-MO X series
Module efficiency: Up to ~23–24%
HPBC back-contact cells with strong low-light performance for UK skies.
- 3
Maxeon (SunPower) back-contact
Module efficiency: Up to ~23–24%
Premium panels with long warranties and excellent degradation rates.
- 4
REC Alpha Pure series
Module efficiency: Up to ~22–23%
Heterojunction technology that performs well in warm and cloudy conditions.
- 5
JA Solar DeepBlue 4.0
Module efficiency: Up to ~22–23%
N-type TOPCon modules offering superb value for maximum output.
- 6
Jinko Tiger Neo
Module efficiency: Up to ~22–23%
One of the world's best-selling N-type panels with a low temperature coefficient.
- 7
Trina Vertex S+
Module efficiency: Up to ~22–23%
Dual-glass, lightweight and well suited to UK domestic roofs.
- 8
Canadian Solar TOPHiKu
Module efficiency: Up to ~22–23%
Reliable TOPCon panels from a long-established manufacturer.
- 9
Qcells Q.TRON
Module efficiency: Up to ~22%
Proven brand with strong performance and product warranties.
- 10
DMEGC N-type all-black
Module efficiency: Up to ~22%
Great-value all-black panels for neat, high-output installations.
Efficiency figures are indicative and vary by model; we confirm current datasheets and the best panel for your roof in your quote.
Battery storage
What battery do I need for my solar panel installation?
The right solar battery depends on how much electricity you use in the evening and the size of your solar PV system. As a guide:
Flats & smaller homes
Covers typical evening use for lower-consumption households.
Typical 3-bed UK homes
Our most popular size – stores most of a sunny day's surplus solar energy.
Larger homes, EVs & heat pumps
Higher capacity for heavy users and smart off-peak tariff charging.
AC-coupled or DC-coupled solar batteries?
DC-coupled batteries with a hybrid inverter suit new solar installations, while AC-coupled batteries are ideal for adding storage to existing solar panels. We'll recommend the best option for you.
Our work
Domestic and commercial solar installations
From family homes and period cottages to warehouses and farms, Bright Ray Solar LTD installs solar PV systems of every size across the UK.
Commercial solar PV
Large-scale rooftop systems for warehouses and industrial units
Domestic solar panels
Farm & ground-mounted solar
Why Bright Ray Solar LTD
Highly qualified solar installers at the best rates in the UK
A highly qualified team
Every Bright Ray Solar LTD installation is designed and fitted by our own highly qualified, experienced installation team.
The best rates available
We keep our prices among the best rates available on the market, with clear quotes and no hidden extras.
Start to finish support
Survey, planning checks, DNO paperwork, installation and aftercare — all managed for you.
Solar news
Latest UK solar news & guides
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