Is My Reading Roof Suitable for Solar?

Orientation, pitch, covering, condition and shading — the five things that decide whether your roof works.

Orientation

South is ideal. South-east and south-west are close behind. East and west work perfectly well, often with the array split across both. North-facing slopes are generally not worth it.

Is My Roof Suitable for Solar? — Reading

Pitch

Most UK pitches between roughly 20 and 50 degrees are fine. Very shallow pitches self-clean less well; very steep ones lose a little output but are otherwise workable.

Covering and condition

Tile and slate are standard. Flat roofs use frames. Metal uses clamps. What matters more than the material is condition — if the roof needs work, do it first.

Shading

Trees, chimneys, neighbouring buildings and, in some parts of Reading, higher ground. Shading through the middle of the day matters far more than early morning or late evening shading.

The local picture

Reading's newer estates often come with roof-mounted obstructions and small dormers, so a site-specific layout matters more than a headline system size.

Common questions

What if my roof faces north?

The main slope may not work, but a second slope or a flat roof might. Worth having someone look rather than assuming.

What does the quote cost?

Nothing, and there is no obligation. The installer provides a free design and written quotation.

Who actually does the work?

A trusted MCS-certified installer covering Reading and the surrounding area. Solar Panels Reading is a quote service, not the installer, so the work, the price, the certification and the warranties are all theirs.

How soon will someone be in touch?

We aim for within 24 hours of your enquiry.