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Balcony Solar

Is Balcony Solar Legal in the UK? A Simple Guide for Renters & Flat Owners

SaveOnWatts, November 19 2025

Short answer: yes... when it’s done properly. Balcony solar can be legal and safe in the UK if you follow building rules, use certified equipment, and respect grid and safety standards. This guide explains the essentials in plain English so you can move forward with confidence. Small solar panels fixed to a balcony railing, wall, or freestanding...

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Salary Sacrifice Scheme

Salary Sacrifice for Solar & Home Batteries in the UK: What Renters Need to Know

SaveOnWatts, November 17 2025

Big energy’s had their turn. Now it’s yours. If you’ve heard of salary sacrifice for electric cars, you already know the basic idea: your employer lets you give up part of your pre-tax salary in return for a benefit, which can make certain tech more affordable each month than paying outright. Today, EVs lead the way. Tomorrow, we believe the same...

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Home Battery Storage for Flats & Renters in the UK: What Actually Works

SaveOnWatts, November 12 2025

If you live in a flat or rented home, you’ve probably seen talk of “home batteries” and thought: “Sounds great… but that’s for people with big houses and garages, not me.” Good news: that’s no longer true. There are safe, sensible battery options for people in UK flats and rentals. The key is knowing what actually fits your space, your rights,...

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Balcony Solar

Everything You Need to Know About Balcony Solar in the UK

SaveOnWatts, November 10 2025

If you live in a flat or rented home in the UK, you’ve probably thought: “I’d love solar panels, but I don’t own a roof… so I’m stuck, right?” Balcony solar is one of the simplest ways to change that. SaveOnWatts exists to make balcony solar simple, legal and accessible for people in flats, rentals and homes without suitable roofs. So you can cut...

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