What are solar roof tiles?

Solar roof tiles are slightly different to other types of solar technology as they blend seamlessly with your roof while providing your home with green electricity. This makes them the perfect match for people who want to benefit from cheaper energy bills and renewable energy, but don’t like the look of solar panels.

Are solar tiles better than traditional solar panels?

In most cases, using solar tiles allows for much larger solar installations (in terms of area) than traditional solar panels. With more and more solar tiles coming onto the market, the problem at the moment is that there are far fewer qualified and experienced installers out there than there are for conventional solar panels.

What is Metrotile Eqube solar tile?

Metrotile are revolutionising the solar roof system, with a brand new, fully integrated solar tile entitled the 'Metrotile eQube Solar Tile'.

When were solar roof tiles first installed in the UK?

One of the first installs in the UK was in 2002, and they are still going strong. An example of an Ergosun solar roof tile installation – credit TBS Specialist Products Ergosun Solar Roof Tiles were among the first commercially available solar roof tiles, backn 2011.

Are solar tiles expensive?

Unlike traditional solar panels, solar tiles double up as a roof covering or roof tile replacement, so they will naturally be more expensive than bolting solar panels onto an existing roof. Solar tiles also require a longer, more complex installation, installed by roofers rather than PV installers, increasing costs.

Can you install a solar roof tile?

That’s where solar roof tiles come in. As Chris Hall, director of TBS Specialist Products told The Eco Experts, “wherever you can install a roof tile, you can install a solar tile”. Solar tiles were invented for people who wanted a more subtle solar-powered home – and are prepared to pay more for these products.