2025 has been a year of broken weather records – the sunniest and driest spring in a century, the warmest June ever recorded in England and the hottest summer on record from June to August, surpassing even the legendary heat of 1976. While these warm spells may seem pleasant, record…

If you’re thinking about installing solar panels in Essex, a common question we get asked is “Do solar panels still work in winter?” With shorter days and colder temperatures, it’s natural to wonder how much energy you’ll actually generate. Here’s how solar panels perform in winter, what impact snow and…

With the Met Office warning of a winter filled with strong winds and unpredictable weather conditions, many Essex homeowners are preparing for a winter of power cuts and disruption. One of the most reliable ways to protect your home is by pairing solar panels with battery storage and an Emergency…

You’ve probably seen ads claiming you can get free solar panels – but if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is. While these offers sometimes contain a grain of truth (otherwise companies couldn’t advertise them), there’s almost always a hidden catch. Many businesses promoting “free solar” are…

Yes – And It’s Often the Perfect Setup “I’ve only got a flat roof, so I can’t have solar.” “Solar panels only work on angled roofs.” “My roofer said solar won’t work on my property.” At Solar Essex, we hear these assumptions all the time, and they couldn’t be further…