Solar & heat pump installation
OVO Solar & Heating UK Review 2026 — Panels, Heat Pumps & Battery Storage
OVO Solar & Heating combines a trusted national brand with local installation experts. Save up to £1,200 a year on energy bills, cut your carbon footprint by 1 tonne annually, and get an industry-leading 10-year workmanship warranty — with finance available from £42/month.
- Solar panels, battery storage and heat pumps — one provider, start to finish
- 4.9-star Trustpilot rating from local installation teams
- 10-year workmanship warranty — longer than all other major energy providers
- Finance available — go solar from £42/month
- You don't need to be an OVO energy customer to install
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OVO Solar & Heating at a glance
4.9
Trustpilot rating
£1,200
Potential annual bill saving
10yr
Workmanship warranty
£42/mo
Finance available from
What we like
- 10-year workmanship warranty beats every other major energy provider
- Local installation teams with 4.9-star Trustpilot — not faceless national contractors
- Start-to-finish service including aftercare — no managing multiple contractors
- OVO energy customers get exclusive SEG export tariff deals on top
- Finance makes solar accessible without a large upfront payment
- Heat pumps available alongside solar — can bundle both under one installation
- 25-year product warranties (panels themselves) beyond the 10-year workmanship cover
Worth knowing
- Quotes are customised — no instant online pricing tool
- Finance subject to eligibility and credit checks
- Not available in every postcode — check coverage when requesting a quote
- Solar savings depend on roof orientation, shading and usage patterns
Why OVO entered the solar & heating market
OVO Energy was founded in 2009 with the goal of making energy better for households. By 2026, with around 4 million customers and a stated net-zero target by 2035, OVO has expanded well beyond energy supply into home energy technology — solar panels, battery storage, heat pumps and EV charging.
OVO Solar & Heating is their answer to a real problem in the UK green tech market: most installation companies are either large national firms with poor local knowledge, or small local traders with limited aftercare and no brand backing. OVO has built a network of vetted local installation teams — giving customers the personal service and local expertise of a small firm, combined with the warranty, finance and aftercare infrastructure of a major brand.
"You won't find this combination elsewhere. Trusted local experts who know your area and homes like yours, backed by OVO's household brand, 10-year workmanship warranty and start-to-finish service."
OVO Solar panels — what's included
OVO Solar installs solar PV panels on UK homes through local teams. Quotes are tailored to your roof — size, orientation, shading and your typical electricity usage all factor in. Here's what sets the offer apart from other providers.
Local experts who know your area
OVO has installation teams across the UK, meaning you get an engineer who knows local planning requirements, roof types, and common issues for homes like yours — not a contractor parachuted in from another region.
10-year workmanship warranty
This is OVO's strongest differentiator. A 10-year workmanship warranty is longer than any other major energy provider currently offers. Your solar system will likely pay itself off within this window — and you're still covered. Panels carry a separate 25-year product warranty.
SEG export tariff benefit for OVO customers
If you're already an OVO Energy customer, you get access to exclusive SEG (Smart Export Guarantee) tariffs — meaning you earn more per unit for the electricity you export back to the grid. Non-OVO customers can still install; you just won't get the exclusive SEG rate.
Solar savings at a glance
A typical UK home with solar panels and battery storage can save up to £1,200 on energy bills per year and reduce carbon output by around 1 tonne of CO2 annually. Actual savings depend on your usage, roof orientation and system size — your OVO quote will include a tailored savings estimate for your property.
Battery storage — store what you generate
Adding a home battery to your solar installation is one of the highest-return upgrades available to UK homeowners right now. Without a battery, surplus solar generation during the day is exported to the grid (earning you a SEG payment, typically 4–24p/kWh). With a battery, that surplus is stored and used in the evening — displacing grid electricity that costs around 24p/kWh.
Solar + battery combined
OVO Solar & Heating offers combined solar panel and battery storage installations. The battery maximises self-consumption of your generated electricity, reducing how much you need to buy from the grid — and increasing total annual bill savings significantly compared to solar alone.
Already have solar?
If you already have solar panels installed, OVO can quote for adding battery storage retrospectively. Compatibility depends on your existing inverter and system — a surveyor will confirm at the time of quote. Retrofitting a battery is typically cheaper than a new combined installation.
OVO heat pump installation UK
Heat pumps extract warmth from outside air and use it to heat your home — they work even in cold UK winters. OVO Solar & Heating offers air source heat pump (ASHP) installation as part of its home energy technology range.
| Heat pump | Gas boiler | |
|---|---|---|
| Carbon emissions | Zero at point of use / up to 70% lower lifetime | High — burns gas |
| Fuel source | Electricity (can be 100% renewable) | Natural gas |
| Running costs | Lower long-term, especially with solar panels powering the pump | Subject to gas price fluctuations |
| Installation cost | Higher upfront — grants may be available | Lower upfront |
| Future-proof | Yes — aligned with UK heat decarbonisation policy | New gas boiler sales ending — long-term risk |
The UK government's Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) currently offers a £7,500 grant towards air source heat pump installation. OVO can advise on eligibility when providing your quote. This grant significantly reduces the upfront cost barrier.
OVO Solar costs and finance options
OVO Solar doesn't publish fixed pricing because every installation is quoted individually based on your roof size, orientation, shading, and system requirements. Typical ranges for UK solar installations in 2026 are shown below — your OVO quote will give you a precise figure for your home.
Small system (3–4 panels)
~£4,000–£6,000
Suitable for flats, smaller roofs or low-usage households. Generates around 1,000–1,500 kWh/year.
Medium system (6–10 panels)
~£6,000–£9,000
Most popular for 3–4 bed homes. Generates around 2,000–3,500 kWh/year. Often paired with battery.
Battery storage add-on
~£2,500–£5,000
Significantly increases savings by storing daytime generation for evening use. Can be installed with panels or retrofitted.
Finance — go solar from £42/month
OVO partners with a lending provider to offer finance for solar and heat pump installations. Rather than one upfront payment, you can spread the cost over a term that suits your budget. At £42/month, the monthly finance cost is often less than the monthly savings on your energy bills — meaning solar can be cash-positive from day one for many households.
Finance is subject to status, eligibility and credit checks. Terms and rates vary. OVO will outline available finance options in your quote.
Get your free OVO Solar & Heating quote
No obligation. A local OVO expert will assess your home and give you a tailored quote including estimated savings, finance options and installation timeline.
Request your free quote ?OVO Solar & Heating — frequently asked questions
Do I need to be an OVO Energy customer to get solar installed?
What does the 10-year workmanship warranty cover?
How much could I save with OVO solar panels?
Is finance available for OVO solar installation?
Are heat pumps available from OVO Solar & Heating?
How does OVO Solar compare to other solar installers?
I already have solar panels — can OVO add battery storage?
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