Solar Panel Installation Exeter
Exeter's got a real mix: Victorian terraces near the centre, 1930s semis in the suburbs, new-builds on the outskirts, and some tricky heritage properties near the cathedral. We've worked on all of them. Being inland, salt air isn't a concern the way it is on the coast.
Solar in Exeter: What's Different Here
Inland, sheltered, diverse housing stock. Exeter has some specific advantages, and a few things to watch out for.
The lie of the Exe valley means many properties have good south-facing aspects, especially up towards Pennsylvania and St Thomas.
Exeter has a lot of landlords with rental portfolios, and businesses looking to cut overheads. We do commercial installs up to 50kW: offices, workshops, retail units.
Properties near the cathedral, in Heavitree, or the conservation areas need careful handling. We know what Exeter City Council will approve and we can advise on slate-coloured panels and low-profile mounting for period properties.
The big developments around Cranbrook, Pinhoe, and Alphington often have ideal roofs for solar.
Pair solar with a battery and a time-of-use tariff such as Octopus Flux or Intelligent Go, and the battery can charge overnight at the cheap rate as well as from your panels. What that's worth depends on your tariff, battery size and when you use power, so we work it out at survey.
We're based in South Devon. Exeter's a straightforward run up the A38, so we're quick to get to for surveys, installs, and any aftercare.
Exeter Areas We Cover
We cover all of Exeter and the wider East Devon area
What Devon Customers Say
What our customers across the South West say, in their own words
“We recently had a solar panel system, EV charger and battery fitted by Yarmer renewables. Matt, Char and team were amazing and installed the system quickly and with great care (despite the horrendous weather). The quality of the installation has really impressed us, while the advice and information throughout the process has been excellent. We're loving our new system!”
“From multiple quotes and pitches from solar providers, Matt at Yarmer Renewables delivered something refreshingly rare: a system built from product knowledge and from listening to what we wanted. The installation went incredibly smoothly and was professionalism from start to finish. It was a pleasure to have them on site.”
“I've just completed the 'who do I get to fit the solar?' puzzle with the maze of choices and deals out there. Matt from Yarmer Renewables was an accidental contact but it has been a happy accident! Although I initially had some reservations about using a smaller installer I would now unreservedly recommend them. Everything has been well designed and is bespoke to this house.”
Exeter Solar Installation FAQs
It depends on the size of the system, whether you add a battery, and the property itself. Difficult scaffolding access, listed building work, a three-phase supply, or roof repairs needed before install all affect the cost. Larger properties out towards Tiverton or Crediton often suit bigger systems. We quote free, no obligation, and we don't do the "special price if you sign today" nonsense.
Standard domestic installs are permitted development, no planning needed. But if you're in a conservation area (Heavitree, St Leonard's, the Cathedral Quarter) or a listed building, you may need consent. We can advise on what's likely to be approved and which panel styles work best.
Yes. Exeter is inland and sheltered, away from the sea fog that can sit on the coast. Modern panels still generate on overcast days, just less of it, and we model the generation for your roof at survey.
Usually yes. East/west splits often work better for people who use electricity morning and evening (most households). We model the actual generation for your roof orientation and pitch. 30-45 degrees is ideal but we've made steeper and shallower work fine.
Yes, and it can improve your EPC rating, which matters for rental compliance. Landlords in Exeter are increasingly adding solar. The economics work slightly differently (no SEG for you if tenant pays the bills) but we can talk you through the options.
Most domestic installs are done in 1-2 days. We'll need to apply for DNO (grid) connection but that's usually straightforward in Exeter. The network infrastructure is decent here.
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