OUR INSTALLER NETWORK IS FULLY ACCREDITED
Every installation arranged through Highland Solar Hub is carried out by a fully-accredited company in our partner network. Highland Solar Hub is a sub-brand of Scottish Energy Efficiency — a Dundee-based renewable energy consultancy connecting Highland homeowners with the right accredited installer.
Trusted by Highland Homeowners
Over a decade of renewable energy expertise — connecting rural Scottish communities with the right installer for their property.
A Service You Can Trust
Highland Solar Hub is operated by Caledonia Energy Efficiency Ltd — part of the Scottish Energy Efficiency network that has been connecting homeowners with quality renewable installers since 2014.
- Trustpilot rated 4.1★ — hundreds of verified reviews
- Pre-vetted MCS, TrustMark, RECC and NICEIC installer network
- Specialised in rural and remote Highland properties
- No-obligation — we work for you, not the installer
Your Free Quote in 4 Steps
No hassle, no obligation. We manage the whole process from first enquiry to completed installation.
Tell Us About Your Property
Share your postcode, property type and current heating. Takes 2 minutes — no personal details at this stage.
Friendly Adviser Call
Our team calls to understand your situation and confirm the right solution — solar, heat pump, or both.
Free Home Assessment
An MCS-certified installer from our partner network visits your property, completely free, no travel charge anywhere in the Highlands.
Installation & Handover
Your system is installed to MCS standards. Our partners handle all grid notification, commissioning and SEG registration.
Why Highland Oil-Heated Homes Save the Most
Oil costs approximately 8p/kWh equivalent while solar-generated electricity costs just 7.5p/kWh over a 25-year system life. A solar + heat pump combination arranged through our installer partner network can replace oil heating entirely.
The Vaillant aroTHERM Plus air source heat pump produces 3.8 kWh of heat for every 1 kWh of electricity consumed. Solar offsets that electricity from spring through autumn — with the HES rural support package dramatically reducing upfront costs.
Indicative only. Actual savings depend on property and insulation. Not financial advice.
Most IV, KW, PH, HS, ZE postcodes qualify for a combined Home Energy Scotland grant and interest-free loan up to £18,000 for heat pumps. Eligibility confirmed by our installer partners during the free survey. Verify at homeenergyscotland.org.
Highland Property Solar Planner
Enter your property details to see personalised savings estimates based on real Highland PVGIS yield data.
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Based on 5kW system generating 4,375 kWh/year in IV1
Grants & Incentives — Highland 2026
We check every available incentive for your property type as part of the free quote.
0% VAT on Solar + Battery
Until 31 March 2027 — saves up to £2,860 on a combined system. Applies automatically at installation, no application required.
HES Rural Support Package
Up to £18,000 combined Home Energy Scotland grant and interest-free loan for heat pumps in eligible Highland properties. IV, KW, PH, HS, ZE postcodes. Exact amounts confirmed by our installer partners during survey.
Smart Export Guarantee
Octopus Energy pays approximately 24p/kWh for surplus solar exported to the grid. Our installer partners handle SEG registration as standard.
Any solar website still advertising the Home Energy Scotland solar grant is out of date. This scheme closed in June 2024 and is not expected to return. We only cite current, verified incentives.
What Highland Homeowners Say
"Brilliant service from start to finish. Our installer partner arrived exactly when promised, worked tidily and explained everything clearly. We're already seeing the savings on our bills after just two months."
"We switched from oil to solar + heat pump and we genuinely cannot believe how much we're saving. The process was straightforward and we received the full HES rural support. Highly recommend."
"As a crofter I was sceptical a ground-mounted system would work on our land. The survey team knew exactly what they were doing and the installation was completed in a day. Outstanding service."
"Really impressed by the knowledge of our Highland postcodes. No generic quotes — they understood the SSEN notification requirements and dealt with everything. Simple process, brilliant result."
Highland Solar System Pricing Guide
All prices include 0% VAT (until March 2027). Actual quotes provided by our installer partners after free property survey.
| Property | System | Indicative Cost | Annual Saving | Payback |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Croft | 3kW solar | ~£6,200 | ~£940/yr | ~6.6 yrs |
| Cottage | 3.5kW solar | ~£7,000 | ~£1,100/yr | ~6.4 yrs |
| Detached | 4kW solar | ~£7,500 | ~£1,240/yr | ~6.0 yrs |
| Farmhouse | 5kW solar | ~£9,800 | ~£1,550/yr | ~6.3 yrs |
| Farmhouse | 5kW + Dura5 batteryPOPULAR | ~£14,300 | ~£1,850/yr | ~7.7 yrs |
| Estate | 6kW solar | ~£11,500 | ~£1,850/yr | ~6.2 yrs |
Based on IV postcode average yield (870 kWh/kWp). Approximate as of May 2026. Exact figures from your installer partner after property survey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Get Your Free Highland Solar Quote Today
Takes 2 minutes. No personal details until step 3. Our team will call to discuss your situation and arrange a free property survey with an MCS-certified installer from our Highland partner network.
- No travel charge — anywhere in IV, KW, PH, HS, ZE
- Full HES eligibility check included
- MCS-certified installer for every project
- No obligation — we work for you