Plug-in solar is now a real Great Britain route, but suitability depends on the complete product, your property, electrical installation, mounting location, permissions and network requirements. Use the checks below before buying.
A photograph is a pre-screen, not an electrical certificate
A clear consumer-unit photograph can help identify whether the board appears modern, whether RCBOs or RCD/MCB arrangements are visible, and whether there is obvious damage. It cannot prove cable condition, earthing, circuit loading or test results.
Why residual-current protection matters
The DESNZ specification treats RCD influence and protection against electric shock as part of the safety requirements. It also defines RCBOs and RCDs as protective devices relevant to the installation.
What Solixir looks for
Plug in Solar Ready uses guided answers and AI-assisted photo observations to flag modern protection, older or unclear fuse arrangements, visible damage and cases where professional assessment is more appropriate.
Larger PV arrays deserve extra consideration
The specification permits up to 2,000W of PV module capacity but requires manufacturers to advise customers above 960W to consider professional assessment of the existing electrical installation.
When to stop and call an electrician
If there is visible scorching, heat damage, loose or exposed parts, an unclear/very old consumer unit, or uncertainty about the final circuit, do not treat an online screen as approval. Obtain professional advice.
Check your actual property
Plug in Solar Ready combines your address, property questions, panel area, consumer-unit and socket evidence into one guided pre-screen.
Start the free Plug in Solar Ready check →This guide is general consumer information, not electrical, legal or planning approval. Requirements can depend on the property, proposal, product and current rules. Where the result is uncertain, confirm with the relevant professional, local planning authority, landlord/freeholder or network operator.