Outdoor solar prices

Garden solar panels function like traditional solar panels but are ground-mounted instead of roof-mounted and placed in your garden. They are typically more expensive than regular solar panels, costing approximately £11,700 for a 4kW system, but can help you save £660 annually on electricity costs.

Solar-powered garden lights usually cost between £30 and £200 Large roof-mounted solar panels cost a lot of money, and not everyone has the finances or roof-space for them. Luckily, there are lots of different ways to use solar panels in your garden, and most aren't that expensive.

Ground-mounted solar panels are the most expensive option. A 10 panel system large enough to power an average three-bedroom house will cost around £7,026 to buy an install. Take a look at the table below to see how much ground-mounted solar panels cost depending on the size of the property.

However, if space is limited, you can opt for smaller panels, such as portable solar panels, or even mini solar panels that power garden lights, all of which you can set up yourself. Solar panel pergolas are also something those with a modest amount of space should consider.

where the roof materials (e.g. tiles or slates) need replacing. You can expect to pay between £300-£500 per person per day for labour to install your solar panel system, according to the Federation of Master Builders. Rates vary depending on where you live. All the prices above are averages.

However, while garden solar panels offer several advantages, they also have some potential disadvantages compared to roof-mounted solar panels: Higher installation costs: Garden solar panel installations typically require more labour, materials, and equipment, resulting in higher upfront costs compared to roof-mounted systems.