Solar Panels in Aberdeen

Do solar panels work in Aberdeen?

Yes. Aberdeen gets good daylight, particularly in summer, and modern panels generate from daylight not just sunshine, so they work effectively year-round.

Aberdeen's position on the north-east coast means it benefits from long summer days that can generate a significant amount of electricity. While winter output is lower, solar PV panels generate whenever there is daylight — they do not need direct sunshine. A well-designed system in Aberdeen can produce useful electricity throughout the year. Our survey assesses your roof's orientation, angle and any shading from nearby buildings or chimneys to estimate how much energy your home could generate. For more on the survey and quote process, see our how it works page.

Can solar panels be fitted to granite buildings?

Yes, but granite is harder to drill than brick or stone, so installers use specialist fixings. Our survey assesses your roof structure.

Aberdeen is famous for its granite buildings, and many homeowners ask whether solar panels can be installed on them. The answer is yes, but granite requires specialist drilling and fixing systems compared to softer brick or standard stone. The granite itself is not usually the issue — it is the roof structure beneath that matters most. Our survey checks your roof's construction, the condition of the slates or tiles, and the load-bearing capacity to determine the right mounting approach. Many granite buildings in Aberdeen have solid roof structures that are perfectly capable of supporting solar panels.

What roof types are common in Aberdeen?

Aberdeen has many granite tenements, detached granite villas and modern housing estates. Each roof type needs different mounting, assessed during your survey.

Aberdeen's housing stock reflects its history. The city centre and older suburbs have granite tenements and substantial detached granite villas, many with pitched slate roofs. Areas like Rosemount and Ferryhill have a mix of older granite properties. Newer developments on the outskirts, such as Kingswells and Persley, have modern construction with standard tiled roofs that are straightforward to work with. Each roof type needs a different approach — slate roofs on granite buildings require careful fixing, while modern tiled roofs are more conventional. Our survey identifies your roof type and recommends the appropriate mounting system.

Which direction should my Aberdeen roof face?

South-facing is ideal, but east- and west-facing roofs in Aberdeen also generate useful electricity. Our survey checks your roof's orientation and angle.

A south-facing roof gives the highest overall output, but Aberdeen's long summer days mean east- and west-facing roofs also perform well. East-facing roofs generate electricity in the morning, while west-facing roofs generate in the afternoon and evening. If you add a battery, you can store surplus electricity from any direction for use whenever you need it. Our survey measures your roof's exact orientation, pitch and shading to advise on the best setup. For information on what affects the overall cost of a system, see our costs page.

What areas around Aberdeen do you cover?

We cover Aberdeen city and Aberdeenshire including Stonehaven, Ellon and Inverurie. Send your postcode and we will confirm availability for your area.

Our coverage extends across Aberdeen and the surrounding Aberdeenshire area. That includes coastal towns like Stonehaven, northern communities like Ellon, and inland towns like Inverurie and Banchory. If you live in or around Aberdeen and are not sure whether we cover your postcode, the quickest way to find out is to fill in our quote form or check our areas covered page. We will confirm availability before arranging a survey.