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Trusted local installers in Basingstoke helping homeowners and businesses produce, store, and manage their own energy.
Solar power is no longer just for eco-warriors or big commercial sites — it’s now one of the smartest ways for homeowners and businesses to cut energy bills, reduce carbon footprint, and take control of where their electricity comes from.
Whether you want to save money, become more energy independent, or plan for the future, we design and install solar PV and battery systems that work around your property, your budget, and your energy usage.
With over 20 years serving Basingstoke and a team of 10 qualified electricians, GU Solutions delivers safe, reliable solar installations with proper electrical expertise behind them — not guesswork.
Solar PV lets you generate your own electricity from daylight. Even on cloudy days, panels produce energy that you can use straight away or store for later.
Here’s what that means for you:
Lower energy bills from day one
Protection from rising electricity prices
More energy independence
Reduced carbon footprint
Increased property value
Better sustainability credentials for businesses
And with modern battery storage, you can store excess energy rather than sending it back to the grid — meaning you use more of what you generate.
A battery lets you store the electricity your panels generate so you can use it:
In the evenings
Overnight
During high-tariff periods
When demand spikes
As backup during power cuts (depending on your system)
It increases your self-consumption dramatically — and for many customers, it’s the key to getting the quickest return on investment.
Generate your own clean energy and cut your electricity bills with professionally installed solar PV.
We design and install systems for homes and businesses, and we also maintain, upgrade, inspect, and troubleshoot existing panels and inverters.
Whether you're installing new or improving what you already have, we’ll keep your solar system running safely and efficiently.
Store the energy you generate and use it when it matters most — in the evenings, overnight, or during high-tariff periods.
We install new battery systems, retrofit batteries to existing solar setups, and provide ongoing maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting.
Whether you want to boost self-consumption, cut energy costs, or support EV charging, we’ll design and integrate a reliable, efficient system that works for your home or business.
Charge your electric vehicle faster, safer, and for less with a professionally installed EV charger. We install new charging points for homes and businesses and can upgrade, maintain, inspect, and troubleshoot existing units.
Our chargers work in harmony with your solar PV and battery storage, allowing you to power your car using your own clean energy — cutting running costs and reducing reliance on the grid. From load assessments to final certification, we take care of everything.
We don’t do “one-size-fits-all” systems. Every home and business uses energy differently, so we start by understanding yours.
We assess your roof space, orientation, shading, and how much electricity you use day-to-day. For businesses, we’ll also look at machinery, operating hours, and peak demand patterns.
You’ll receive a simple, transparent quote:
• Recommended panel layout
• Battery options
• Expected output (kWh)
• Estimated savings
• Payback timeline
• Total cost (no hidden extras)
Our in-house team handles all wiring, mounting, integration, testing, and commissioning. As NICEIC-approved electricians, everything is done safely and to the correct standards.
We provide maintenance, panel cleaning support, electrical safety checks, and battery performance checks to keep your system running efficiently for years.
Switching to solar PV, battery storage, or integrated EV charging is one of the smartest ways to cut your running costs and reduce reliance on the grid. Whether you’re a homeowner or a local business, we’ll help you design a system that works for your property, your usage, and your budget.
Our team handles everything — design, installation, upgrades, inspections, and ongoing maintenance — so you get a safe, efficient setup that performs year after year. And if you already have solar or storage in place, we can improve, expand, or troubleshoot your existing system.
If you’re looking for a local, qualified team who’ll explain things clearly and deliver work you can rely on, you’re in the right place. Let’s turn your property into a smarter, more energy-efficient one.
Request a survey or speak to our solar team today
Practical, everyday answers to help you understand what to expect and how it all works.
Yes. Solar PV generates electricity from daylight, not direct sunshine.
Even on cloudy days, panels produce a surprising amount of usable energy.
It depends on your energy use, roof space, and whether you add a battery. Many customers see significant reductions in their bills, especially when pairing solar with battery storage and EV charging.
You don’t need a battery, but it makes your system far more efficient.
A battery lets you store excess energy to use later — evenings, overnight, or during high-tariff periods.
Without one, unused energy goes back to the grid.
Yes. In most cases, we can retrofit battery storage to older solar setups.
We’ll check your inverter and system design first, then recommend the best upgrade path.
Only if you have a battery with backup/“island mode” functionality.
Standard solar systems shut down during power cuts for safety.
We’ll explain the options clearly so you know what’s possible.
Most home solar + battery installations take 3–4 days.
Business installations vary depending on roof size, layout, and system design.
Most domestic and commercial solar PV installations fall under permitted development.
We’ll confirm this during your survey.
Very little. Panels have no moving parts — they simply benefit from periodic checks and cleaning.
We also offer maintenance and performance inspections to keep your system running efficiently.
Solar panels typically last 25–30 years.
Batteries usually come with 10-year warranties and often last longer depending on usage.
Yes.
We can inspect, diagnose, repair, upgrade, or optimise existing solar PV, battery systems, and EV chargers — including systems installed by other companies.
Yes — when paired with solar and battery storage, we can configure your EV charger to use as much self-generated energy as possible, reducing your running costs by charging your car from solar power.
We’ll check roof strength, angle, shading, space, and structural suitability during your survey. Most homes and many business premises qualify without any issues.
Just get in touch. For homeowners, we can usually quote after a quick survey.
For businesses, we’ll carry out a full site assessment to ensure accurate design and pricing.
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Providing expert electrical installation and maintenance to Basingstoke, Andover, Newbury, Winchester and surrounding towns for over 20 years.