The price of solar panels has been dropping, providing an opportunity for homeowners to generate their own power and cut fossil fuel use

Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022 and the subsequent sanctions on Moscow by Western nations, natural gas prices have soared and electricity prices have followed suit.

At the same time, the cost of solar panels has been dropping, providing an opportunity for homeowners to generate their own power, cut their reliance on the grid and fossil fuels, and earn money from their solar panels at the same time.

Holding many people back is the thought of having to do all the calculations to determine if you have the funds or the space for solar panels and, ultimately, whether solar panels are worth it and the right choice for your home.

The good news is that with a decent-sized south-facing roof, you could generate £1,370 of solar power a year and, after taking care of your own electricity needs, sell £624 of that back to the grid. This expert guide will help you decide if investing in the best solar panels for your home is a good choice for you.

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