For many UK households, the cost of electricity remains a major concern. With energy prices continuing to fluctuate, finding ways to reduce reliance on the grid has become increasingly attractive.
Another rise is just around the corner. From 1 October 2026, Ofgem’s energy price cap will increase by 4%, taking the typical annual dual-fuel bill for a household paying by Direct Debit from £1,663 to £1,723. While the price cap doesn’t limit the total amount a household can spend, it does restrict the rates suppliers can charge on standard variable tariffs – meaning how much energy you use remains a key factor in your bills.
So, could solar power provide a way to take greater control of your energy costs?
Solar panels allow you to generate your own electricity rather than purchasing all of your energy from the grid. Every unit of solar electricity that you use in your home is electricity you don’t need to buy from your energy supplier.
For homeowners in Somerset, solar PV can be particularly valuable because your system can generate electricity throughout the year, with generation typically strongest during the longer, brighter days of spring and summer.
At Lightwork Solar Solutions, we help homeowners across Somerset make the most of renewable energy. Whether you’re looking to reduce your electricity bills, become less reliant on the grid or make your home more energy efficient, we can design a solar solution around your property and energy requirements.
With energy costs continuing to change, now could be the ideal time to consider generating your own power.
Contact Lightwork Solar Solutions today to find out how solar panels could help reduce your household electricity costs.