Home energy upgrades in Edinburgh
We arrange no-obligation surveys and quotes for home energy upgrades in Edinburgh and the surrounding area. Solar panels, battery storage, air source heat pumps and new heating — installed through our MCS-certified partners. Interest-free credit up to £30,000, subject to status. Terms and conditions apply.
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Call us or request a survey online. We cover Edinburgh and nearby areas.
What type of housing is in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh has some of Scotland's most varied housing stock. The New Town and Marchmont feature Georgian and Victorian tenements with solid stone walls. Morningside, Bruntsfield and Portobello have a mix of Victorian terraces and inter-war semis. Modern developments around Edinburgh Park, South Gyle and the waterfront at Leith feature newer apartments and townhouses with better insulation. The city's conservation areas can affect what exterior changes are possible.
Roofs and solar panel suitability in Edinburgh
Edinburgh's tenement roofs are typically slate, often with multiple pitches and chimney stacks that can cause shading. Detached homes in areas like Barnton, Cramond and Liberton have cleaner roof lines with good solar potential. Properties in conservation areas may need planning consideration for solar panels — your survey covers this. Many Edinburgh roofs face east-west, which still works for solar but generates differently than a south-facing roof.
How much electricity do Edinburgh households typically use?
Edinburgh has a high proportion of gas-heated homes, though newer developments use heat pumps or electric heating. The city's younger population and high apartment density mean many households have moderate electricity use. Electric vehicle adoption is above the Scottish average, which increases electricity demand and makes solar generation more valuable.
Does battery storage make sense in Edinburgh?
Battery storage is popular in Edinburgh's detached and semi-detached homes where there is garage or utility room space. For tenement flats, a battery is harder to accommodate but not impossible. Your survey checks whether you have suitable space and whether a battery would pay for itself given your usage pattern.
How much daylight does Edinburgh get through the year?
Edinburgh gets around 1,400 hours of sunshine per year — slightly more than Glasgow as it sits in the rain shadow of the Pentland Hills. Summer days are long, with the sun rising before 5am in June. Winter days are short, with the sun setting before 4pm in December. A solar system in Edinburgh generates well from April to September and modestly in winter.
Frequently asked questions
Are solar panels worth it in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh gets around 1,400 hours of sunshine per year — slightly more than Glasgow as it sits in the rain shadow of the Pentland Hills. Summer days are long, with the sun rising before 5am in June. W A no-obligation survey assesses your roof, usage and whether solar makes sense for your specific property — there is no one-size-fits-all answer.
Does battery storage work well in Edinburgh?
Battery storage is popular in Edinburgh's detached and semi-detached homes where there is garage or utility room space. For tenement flats, a battery is harder to accommodate but not impossible. Your Your survey checks whether you have suitable space and whether a battery would pay for itself given how you use electricity.
What types of home do you survey in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh has some of Scotland's most varied housing stock. The New Town and Marchmont feature Georgian and Victorian tenements with solid stone walls. Morningside, Bruntsfield and Portobello have a m Every survey is tailored to your property type — we assess what works for your specific home, not a generic recommendation.
Do you cover areas near Edinburgh too?
Yes. We also arrange surveys in nearby areas including Musselburgh, Livingston, Dalkeith, Penicuik. If you are not sure whether we cover your postcode, call us on 0141 230 0198 or see our full areas covered page.
Last updated: 28 October 2026. Reviewed by the Scot Energy Efficiency team.