Solar Panels
Measham.
Expert solar, battery storage, and EV charger installation in Measham and surrounding Leicestershire areas. MCS certified, directly-employed engineers, 5-year workmanship guarantee.
Around 1,450-1,550 sunshine hours per year, typical of the East Midlands.
Sunshine Hours/Year
Approximately 5,371 residents (2021 Census) across around 2,350 households.
Population
30+
Local Installs
6–8
Year Payback
25+
Year Panel Life
Solar Energy in Measham
Measham is a large village in North West Leicestershire, set within the National Forest just off the A42 about four and a half miles south of Ashby-de-la-Zouch. Its name means "homestead on the River Mease", the Saxon-founded settlement recorded in Domesday. The Industrial Revolution shaped the place: industrialist Joseph Wilkes bought Measham Manor in the 1770s and left a legacy of red-brick terraces and his famous double-sized "Jumb" or "Gob" bricks, made locally to dodge the brick tax. The Ashby Canal was cut through in 1804 and the Ashby & Nuneaton railway followed, both carrying coal from Measham and Moira collieries. Queen Street was named after Queen Adelaide's 1839 visit. Today the DE12 village mixes its 1991-designated conservation area around High Street and Bosworth Road with post-war council estates and modern private developments off Ashby Road and Bosworth Road, plus the Westminster Industrial Estate on the former British Car Auctions site.
Why Solar Works in Measham
Solar works well on Measham's roofs. The East Midlands sees an annual yield of roughly 950-1,050 kWh for every kWp installed, so a typical 4kW array here generates around 3,800-4,200 kWh a year. On a south or south-west facing roof that translates into savings of about £700-£1,100 annually once you offset daytime import and export the surplus. A 4kW system usually costs £6,000-£8,000 fitted, giving a payback of roughly six to nine years, and every panel keeps working for 25 years or more. Because domestic solar and battery storage carry 0% VAT until 31 March 2027 (rising to 5% afterwards), installing now removes tax from the whole bill. Measham's mix of 20th-century brick semis, terraces off High Street and newer estate homes off Ashby Road generally offers the clear, unshaded pitched roofs solar needs. Pair panels with a battery to store cheap overnight or midday energy and you shift far more of your generation into the evening peak.
£700–£1,100
Typical annual savings
Based on 4kW system at current electricity rates
1 tonne
CO₂ prevented per year
Equivalent to planting 40 trees annually
25+ yrs
Performance warranty
Free electricity after 6–8 year payback period
Solar Panel Systems for Measham Properties
Measham's housing stock is varied. The conservation area around High Street, Queen Street and Bosworth Road holds Georgian and Victorian red-brick terraces and cottages, many in Joseph Wilkes's distinctive local brick, where roof space is modest and heritage sensitivity matters. Ringing the old core are extensive post-war council-built semis and larger private estates off Ashby Road and Bosworth Road, plus newer developments built as the village expanded near the A42. For a typical three-bed semi, a 4kW (10-panel) system suits most households; larger detached homes and those with EVs or heat pumps often justify 5-6kW paired with a 5-10kWh battery. Terraces and end-of-terrace homes with smaller roofs may take a 3kW array. Every roof is surveyed individually for pitch, orientation and shading before we size a system, and we handle any conservation-area or listed-building considerations up front.
| Property Type | Recommended System | Annual Generation | Typical Saving |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terraced house | 2–3 kW | 1,700–2,600 kWh | £400–£600/yr |
| Semi-detached | 3–5 kW | 2,600–4,300 kWh | £600–£900/yr |
| Detached house | 5–7 kW | 4,300–6,000 kWh | £900–£1,200/yr |
| Large/Rural property | 7–10 kW | 6,000–8,500 kWh | £1,200–£1,800/yr |
Savings estimates based on 2024 electricity rates and typical self-consumption. Actual figures vary by household consumption and export tariff.
Grants & Funding in Measham
Several genuine schemes can cut the cost for eligible Measham households. The 0% VAT rate on domestic solar and battery installations runs until 31 March 2027, then rises to 5%, so the whole install is currently tax-free. The Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) requires licensed suppliers to pay you for electricity you export; rates vary by supplier, typically around 5-15p per kWh (for example Octopus and British Gas tariffs), and MCS certification is required to qualify. Lower-income households, or those in EPC band D-G homes, may access funding through ECO4 or the Warm Homes: Local Grant, both of which can help fund solar for qualifying properties. North West Leicestershire residents should check current eligibility, as criteria change. As an MCS, RECC, NAPIT and TrustMark-registered installer, Energy Concerns Ltd provides the certification these schemes require.
0% VAT on solar
Until at least March 2027 — no VAT on panels or batteries
Smart Export Guarantee
Get paid for surplus electricity you export to the grid
ECO4 Funding
Government-funded solar for eligible lower-income households
Boiler Upgrade Scheme
Up to £7,500 grant for heat pump installations alongside solar
Environmental Benefits for Measham
Generating your own electricity in Measham cuts carbon as well as bills. A 4kW system offsets roughly 800-900kg of CO2 every year compared with grid power, so a typical install saves over 20 tonnes across its lifetime. That fits Measham's own green identity: the village sits inside the National Forest, one of Britain's largest environmental regeneration projects, planting millions of trees across the former coalfield around Measham, Moira and Ashby. Leicestershire County Council and North West Leicestershire District Council have both set net-zero targets, and rooftop solar is one of the most direct ways households can contribute. Every kilowatt-hour you generate and use at home is clean energy that never has to be produced by gas, helping the East Midlands move away from fossil fuels.
"The best energy solutions don't just work — they belong. Like a chameleon in its environment, our systems are shaped to your space, your lifestyle, and your goals."
Todd Stephens, Energy Concerns
Conservation Areas & Planning in Measham
Solar panel installations in conservation areas or on listed buildings may require additional planning considerations. Energy Concerns has extensive experience navigating these requirements and can advise during your free survey.
Measham Conservation Area (designated 1991, covering High Street and Bosworth Road)
We handle all planning checks and, where required, Listed Building Consent applications as part of our service. In-roof systems like Viridian Clearline Fusion provide a heritage-sympathetic option for sensitive properties.
EV Charger Installation in Measham
Electric vehicle ownership across Measham is growing rapidly, with new petrol and diesel car sales ending in 2035. A dedicated home charger is faster, cheaper, and more convenient than public charging — and when paired with solar panels, you can charge your EV for free using surplus solar energy.
Energy Concerns is a certified Myenergi Zappi installer. The Zappi is the UK's only EV charger with built-in solar diversion — its ECO+ mode charges your car exclusively from surplus solar electricity at zero cost. On a sunny day with a 4kW solar system, you can add 20–30 miles of free driving range.
1–2p/mile
Solar-charged driving cost
£950–£1,400
Zappi installed price
OZEV
Up to £350 grant (tenants/landlords)
Air Conditioning in Measham
UK summers are getting hotter, with Leicester recording temperatures above 35°C during the 2022 heatwave. For Measham homes with south-facing rooms, loft conversions, conservatories, or home offices, modern air conditioning provides year-round comfort — cooling in summer and highly efficient heating in winter.
Every air conditioning unit we install is a reversible heat pump, producing 3–4kW of heat for every 1kW of electricity consumed — 3–4 times more efficient than an electric radiator. When powered by solar panels, your cooling and heating can cost nothing during daylight hours.
Single Room (Mono-Split)
From £1,200 installed
Bedrooms, offices, loft conversions. Whisper-quiet 19dB.
Multi-Room (Multi-Split)
From £2,500 installed
2–5 rooms from one outdoor unit. Individual control per room.
Why Choose Energy Concerns in Measham?
We are a Leicester-based, owner-led solar installer with 105 five-star Google reviews and zero subcontractors. Every installation is carried out by our directly-employed, qualified engineers under Todd Stephens' personal oversight.
MCS Certified
Every installation fully certified under the Microgeneration Certification Scheme — required for Smart Export Guarantee access.
RECC Member
Registered with the Renewable Energy Consumer Code (member #00075509), giving you deposit protection and insurance-backed guarantees.
5-Year Workmanship Guarantee
All Energy Concerns installations carry a 5-year guarantee on workmanship, in addition to manufacturers' product warranties of 10–25 years.
No Subcontractors
Our engineers are directly employed and trained to our standards. No third-party contractors, no compromises on quality.
NAPIT Certified
NAPIT acts as our MCS certification body, ensuring our work meets the highest electrical installation standards.
Free Survey & Design
Every quotation includes a detailed roof assessment, shading analysis, system sizing, and bespoke financial projection — at no cost.
Local Landmarks and Areas We Serve in Measham
We install solar panels across Measham, including near these well-known landmarks:
Estates and areas covered in Measham:
All Services Available in Measham
Custom-designed systems with AIKO, Canadian Solar, and Trina Solar panels. SolarEdge optimised inverters for maximum output.
Store surplus solar energy for evening use. Certified installer for SigEnergy and Fox ESS.
OZEV approved. Solar-compatible Zappi charger with free solar diversion. All EV brands supported.
Cooling and heating from one unit. Solar-compatible for zero running costs. Single room from £1,200.
Warehouses, offices, farms, schools. 50% corporation tax relief. 3–5 year ROI.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Energy Services in Measham
Solar panel systems in Measham typically cost between £4,000 and £10,000 depending on system size and property type. Mixed housing stock properties in the area often benefit from 3–6kW systems. We offer 0% finance over 12 months and provide a free, no-obligation survey to design the best system for your home. VAT on solar panels is currently 0% until at least March 2027.
Measham receives approximately Around 1,450-1,550 sunshine hours per year, typical of the East Midlands. hours of sunshine per year, making it well suited for solar energy. Modern panels generate electricity in all daylight conditions — not just direct sunshine — so overcast days still contribute to your annual generation. Our SolarEdge optimised systems maximise output from every individual panel, even in partial shade.
In most cases, residential solar panels in Measham fall under permitted development rights, meaning no planning permission is needed. Exceptions apply for listed buildings or properties in conservation areas. Leicestershire net zero commitments. Energy Concerns handles all planning checks as part of your free survey — we'll confirm your property's permitted development status before any work begins.
A typical residential installation in Measham takes just 1–2 days. After your free survey and bespoke system design, our directly-employed engineers complete installation, testing, commissioning, and MCS certification handover in a single or two-day visit. We then provide full monitoring setup and homeowner training before we leave.
Measham homeowners can benefit from several schemes: 0% VAT on solar panels and batteries (until March 2027); the Smart Export Guarantee, which pays you for surplus electricity exported to the grid; ECO4 funding for eligible lower-income households; and the Boiler Upgrade Scheme for heat pump installations. The Solar Together Leicestershire group-buying scheme also delivers discounts of up to 27% on installations. Energy Concerns advises on all available routes during your free survey.
Energy Concerns installs two leading battery brands: SigEnergy (15-year warranty, premium all-in-one system with integrated EV charging, from £5,000) and Fox ESS (10-year warranty, best value, from £3,500). The right choice depends on your budget, property size, and energy consumption. During your free survey, we model your usage and recommend the optimal battery for your Measham home.
Yes. Energy Concerns is a certified Myenergi Zappi installer covering Measham and the surrounding area. The Zappi is the UK's leading solar-compatible EV charger — its ECO+ mode charges your car from surplus solar energy at zero cost. Installation typically takes half a day and costs £950–£1,400. Eligible tenants and landlords can claim up to £350 through the OZEV grant, which we handle for you.
Yes. Energy Concerns installs air conditioning for homes and businesses across Measham. Modern units provide both cooling in summer and highly efficient heating in winter — producing 3–4kW of heat for every 1kW of electricity. Single-room systems start from £1,200 installed. When paired with solar panels, your cooling costs can drop to zero during daylight hours.
If your roof needs replacement in the next 5–10 years, combining the work with a solar installation saves £1,500–£3,000 on shared scaffolding alone. You also avoid the cost of removing and refitting panels later. Energy Concerns can coordinate re-roofing and solar installation as a single project, and we offer in-roof systems like Viridian Clearline Fusion that sit flush with the roofline for a seamless finish.
Yes. We install solar systems for businesses of all sizes across Measham and Leicestershire — warehouses, factories, offices, farms, retail units, and schools. Commercial solar qualifies for up to 50% corporation tax relief in year one through the Annual Investment Allowance. Typical payback is around 6–9 years, after which you benefit from near-free electricity for decades. Call 0116 497 6782 for a free commercial energy audit.
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