EDINBURGH · TECHNICAL SOLAR AUTHORITY · 2026
Technical Solar System Design
for Edinburgh Homes
Edinburgh Solar Pro — for buyers who want technical depth. Deep system design guidance, equipment comparison (SolarEdge HD-Wave vs Enphase IQ8, JA Solar Tiger Neo vs Jinko, GivEnergy vs Tesla Powerwall 3), and inverter technology selection via our network of MCS-certified installer partners. All EH postcodes. SP Distribution DNO.
Edinburgh-wide coverage · 30 minutes from nearest installer partner
TECHNICAL DEPTH
Choose Your Edinburgh Solar Setup
We do not push one solution. Below: real technical comparison of inverters our installer partners work with.
Inverter Technology
| Type | Best for | Edinburgh fit | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| SolarEdge HD-Wave + DC optimisers | Panel-level monitoring, partial shading | Edinburgh tenements (chimney shading) | £££ |
| Enphase IQ8 microinverters | Per-panel MPPT, no single failure point | Premium homes, EH4/EH10 | ££££ |
| Huawei SUN2000 hybrid | Cost-effective, battery-ready | Best value for typical Edinburgh semis | ££ |
| GoodWe GW6000-EH | Hybrid, EV charger integration | EV owners in Edinburgh suburbs | ££ |
| Solis 6.0 hybrid | Budget-friendly, reliable | Cost-conscious Edinburgh buyers | £ |
Battery Storage — AC vs DC Coupled
| Battery | Capacity | Coupling | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| GivEnergy | 9.5kWh / 13.5kWh | AC-coupled | Retrofits, EMS app control |
| Duracell Dura5 | 10kWh | AC-coupled | Brand reassurance, simplicity |
| Tesla Powerwall 3 | 13.5kWh | DC-coupled (integrated) | New installs, premium choice |
| PylonTech US5000 | Modular 4.8kWh+ | DC-coupled | Professional installer favourite |
Tell us your priorities — we will match you with the right installer partner for your technical preferences.
RECENT EDINBURGH ACTIVITY
Edinburgh Homeowners Making the Switch
Iain, EH4 (Davidsons Mains)
Tesla Powerwall 3
Catriona, EH10 (Morningside)
SolarEdge + GivEnergy
Hamish, EH3 (New Town)
Enphase microinverters
Fiona, EH12 (Corstorphine)
Huawei hybrid + 13.5kWh
TECHNICAL SERVICES
What Edinburgh Solar Pro Covers
Via our network of MCS-certified installer partners. Brand-agnostic guidance.
Solar PV + Inverters
Full system design: string inverters vs microinverters vs optimisers. SolarEdge, Enphase, Huawei, Solis. Panel brand selection: JA Solar, Jinko, REC, LONGi.
10+ brandsBattery Comparison
AC-coupled vs DC-coupled analysis. GivEnergy, Duracell Dura5, Tesla Powerwall 3, PylonTech. Octopus Intelligent Flux integration architecture.
4+ optionsHeat Pumps
Air source heat pump consultancy for Edinburgh properties. HES grant guidance (up to £7,500 for qualifying homes replacing non-gas heating).
Grant eligibleGrant Directory
Navigate available funding: 0% VAT (auto until March 2027), Home Energy Scotland grants, BUS scheme. We tell you what applies to your property.
Up to dateEDINBURGH PLANNING
Edinburgh Technical Considerations
Technical factors specific to Edinburgh properties that affect system design.
SP Distribution DNO
- G98: up to 3.68kW single phase (no application needed)
- G99: above 3.68kW (application to SP required)
- Typical response time: 10-15 working days
- Three-phase properties: higher limits available
Edinburgh Roof Types
- Sandstone roofs: standard mounting brackets
- Slate roofs: specialist hooks (no drilling)
- Tenements: top-floor flats easiest access
- Dormers: micro-inverters handle partial shading
Conservation Areas
- Rear-facing: generally permitted development
- Front-facing: planning application needed (£234)
- Listed buildings: listed building consent required
- We assess your status as part of free survey
Scottish Climate Factors
- 1,450 sunshine hours/year in Edinburgh
- N-type TOPCon panels: best low-light performance
- Winter: shorter days but panels still generate
- Battery storage: maximise self-consumption year-round
COVERAGE MAP
Edinburgh & Lothians — All EH Postcodes
Edinburgh City
EH1 Old Town
EH2 New Town
EH3 Tollcross
EH4 Stockbridge
EH5 Trinity
EH6 Leith
EH7 Abbeyhill
EH8 Newington
EH9 Marchmont
EH10 Morningside
EH11 Gorgie
EH12 Corstorphine
EH13 Colinton
EH14 Currie
EH15 Portobello
EH16 Liberton
EH17 Moredun
Lothians & Suburbs
EH20 Loanhead
EH21 Musselburgh
EH22 Dalkeith
EH26 Penicuik
EH27 Kirknewton
EH28 Ratho
EH29 Kirkliston
EH30 Queensferry
EH31-EH42 East Lothian
EH43-EH55 Borders
2026 Edinburgh Pricing
All prices include 0% VAT. Valid May 2026. Installed via MCS-certified partner network.
OUR PROCESS
From Enquiry to Generating Power
Technical Free Assessment
We analyse your Edinburgh property: roof orientation, shading profile, DNO zone (SP Distribution G98/G99), and conservation status. You get a clear technical recommendation.
System Design
Brand-agnostic equipment selection. We compare inverter types, panel options, and battery configurations. You choose based on specs and budget — not sales pressure.
MCS Installer Match
We connect you with the right MCS-certified installer partner for your chosen equipment. They handle the physical installation — typically one day on-site.
Live + Monitored
SPEN DNO notification filed. Smart Export Guarantee registered. Monitoring software configured. You are generating, storing, and exporting power.
WHY EDINBURGH SOLAR PRO
8 Reasons Technically-Minded Edinburgh Buyers Choose Us
Brand-Agnostic
We match you to the right tech — not whatever one brand pays us to push.
Technical Depth
Spec sheets, monitoring comparisons, inverter efficiency data. Not just "trust us".
MCS Installer Network
Every installation via our vetted network of MCS-certified partners.
All EH Postcodes
Edinburgh city centre to Lothians. EH1 through EH55 covered.
SP Distribution Experts
G98 single-phase, G99 three-phase — we know your DNO requirements.
0% VAT Applied
Automatically applied until March 2027. Saves approximately £2,000.
Conservation Guidance
Listed buildings, conservation areas — honest planning assessment included.
Octopus Flux Ready
System architecture designed for Intelligent Flux arbitrage from day one.
TRUSTPILOT REVIEWS
Real Reviews from Edinburgh Homeowners
4.1/5 on Trustpilot · 4 verified reviews · 100% responded to
Game changer. The technical detail in the survey report was exactly what I needed to make an informed decision. Craig explained every option without pushing any particular brand. Ended up with SolarEdge + GivEnergy — performing above projections.
Craig explained the difference between SolarEdge and Enphase in terms I could actually understand. Ended up with Duracell battery too — easiest upgrade we have made to the house. The monitoring app is brilliant.
Eye opening savings. Had three other quotes but none gave me the technical breakdown that Edinburgh Solar Pro did. The system design document sold me — proper engineering approach rather than a sales pitch.
YOUR CONSULTANT
Craig
Founder, Edinburgh Solar Pro
Technical renewable energy consultant specialising in solar PV system design for Edinburgh and Lothian properties. Brand-agnostic — I recommend what is technically right for your roof, your shading profile, and your energy goals. If solar is not suitable for your property, I will tell you that too.
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TECHNICAL FAQ
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