Solar panel installation in Biggin Hill
A family-run, MCS certified team designing and fitting solar systems built around the unique character of homes in Biggin Hill.
Quality you can trust
Why choose solar for your Biggin Hill home?
Biggin Hill sits on a high ridge in the North Downs, which gives it some of the best sun exposure in the area, with very few tall buildings to cast shadows across rooftops. The housing here is wonderfully varied, from interwar bungalows and chalet bungalows along Main Road and Saltbox Hill, to large detached homes off Jail Lane and Old Tye Avenue, individual self-builds tucked into plots near the airfield, and rows of post-war semis through the village centre. With so many different roof shapes in play, a properly designed system makes a real difference.
Our in-house team has been fitting solar across Bromley, Kent, and the wider South East since 2017, with over 800 installs completed including plenty of homes in Biggin Hill, Leaves Green, and Cudham. We know how to get the most out of the larger pitched roofs that are common locally, as well as the lower-profile roofs on bungalows where panel layout takes a bit more thought. Each system is sized around your bills and your goals, with most customers typically saving up to 70% on their energy costs once their system is up and running.
- Lower Energy Bills
- Protection From Rising Energy Costs
- Environmentally Friendly
- Energy Independence
- Low Maintenance & Long Lifespan
The Tarven Solar Energy Process
We follow a calm, considered process from first enquiry through to long-term aftercare, with the same in-house team supporting you the whole way. No outside contractors, no rushed surveys, no drop in standards.
Free Consultation
A friendly, no-obligation chat with a renewable energy advisor about your home, your usage, and what you would like solar to deliver for you.
Site Survey & Quote
A surveyor visits your Biggin Hill property to look at the roof, loft, and electrics, then designs a system shaped around the building and sends a clear quote.
Professional Installation
Our own engineers carry out the install, working safely and tidily, with respect for your home, your time, and your neighbours throughout the day.
System Activation
Once everything is tested and registered, we switch your system on and walk you through the monitoring app so you can see exactly how it is performing.
Ongoing Support
A 5-year Tarven workmanship warranty pairs with the 30-year British-backed warranty on your Anglo Solar panels, with our team always reachable for help.
Over 800+ Solar Installations Completed
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Why choose Tarven Solar Energy?
Tarven is a family-run installer based just down the hill in Orpington, with an in-house team of 15+ engineers, surveyors, and advisors who handle every job from start to finish. Since 2017, we have completed more than 800 solar installations and built up over 150 five-star Google reviews, with a strong base of customers across the Bromley borough and the surrounding villages. Because we do not use subcontractors, the people who quote your project are the same people fitting your system and looking after you afterwards.
We are fully accredited, including MCS certification, Renewable Energy Consumer Code (RECC) membership, TrustMark registration, NICEIC approval, IWA deposit and guarantee protection, and Living Wage employer status. Underpinning all of that is The Tarven Way, our shared set of values around honesty, reliability, and accountability that every team member signs up to. In practical terms, that means clear advice, doing the job right the first time, and being there for you years after the install is complete.
- Clear and honest advice
- Work completed to the highest standard
- Respect aftercare and long term support
Proud to fit Anglo Solar Panels
For every domestic install we carry out in Biggin Hill, we fit Anglo Solar panels. They come with a 30-year British-backed warranty, which is one of the strongest cover periods available on a residential panel in the UK and gives proper reassurance on a long-term home upgrade.
They are well-built, efficient, and sit neatly on a wide range of roof shapes, from larger detached properties to bungalows where layout has to be planned carefully. Combined with a quality inverter and, where it makes sense, a battery storage system, you have a setup that quietly does its job for decades.
- 100% British-owned solar panel company
- Offering a 30-Year British Warranty
- Ethically produced Solar Panels
Frequently Asked Questions
Some of the questions Biggin Hill homeowners ask us most often before going ahead.
Do I need solar to get a battery storage system?
You do not need solar to make a battery worthwhile. A standalone battery can be charged overnight on a cheaper off-peak tariff and used during the day when grid electricity is more expensive, which alone can take a chunk out of your bills. Where solar really changes the picture is when the two are paired, since the battery can then be filled with free energy from your roof.
How does solar work?
The panels on your roof respond to daylight and produce direct current electricity. That is then converted by an inverter into the alternating current your home actually uses for lighting, sockets, and appliances. Anything you do not use right away can be stored in a battery, sent back to the grid, or directed to things like a hot water tank or EV charger.
How long will my solar system last for?
A well-installed solar system should comfortably last 25 years or more, often longer. Anglo Solar panels are protected for 30 years through a British-backed warranty, with mounting kits typically warranted for 10 years and inverters and batteries usually carrying around 10 years of cover.
How soon will I start saving money from solar?
You start saving from the moment your system is switched on. As soon as the panels begin generating, you import less from the grid, which feeds straight through to a smaller bill. Customers typically save up to 70% on their energy costs once a fully designed system is in operation.
What is a battery storage system?
A battery storage system is a unit installed in your home, often in a garage, utility room, or plant cupboard, that stores electricity for use later. It can be filled by your solar panels when the sun is shining, or topped up from the grid during off-peak hours, and then drawn on in the evenings when household demand is at its highest.
Do solar panels work in the winter?
Yes, solar panels generate all year round. They respond to daylight rather than warmth, so they keep producing through autumn and winter, just at lower output than during the longer summer days. A good system design accounts for that seasonal swing across the full year.
Will solar panels and battery storage work if I have a power cut
A standard grid-tied solar system disconnects automatically during a power cut for safety reasons, since it must not feed electricity back into the network while engineers are working on the lines. Some battery storage systems can be configured with a backup function, keeping selected circuits live during an outage. We can talk you through whether that setup suits your property.
Do you need planning permission for solar panels?
For most Biggin Hill homes, planning permission is not required because solar panels usually fall under permitted development. Listed buildings, properties in conservation areas, and certain flat roof installations can be exceptions, and we will check the rules that apply to your specific address as part of the survey.
How long does a solar panel installation take?
A standard domestic install in Biggin Hill takes around 1 to 2 days on site, covering scaffolding, fitting, electrical work, and commissioning. Larger arrays, more complex roof shapes, or projects that include battery storage and EV charging may take a little longer, and we will agree timings with you in advance.
How many solar panels will fit on my roof?
That depends on your roof’s size, shape, pitch, and orientation, along with any obstructions such as chimneys, dormers, or skylights. During your free site survey we map out the usable space and design an array that balances the number of panels with how much energy your household actually uses across the year.
Still have a question?
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