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Solar Repair & Support in Scunthorpe

Scunthorpe and North Lincolnshire saw heavy solar uptake during the FiT era — thousands of systems were fitted on the town's 1950s–1970s housing stock through government-backed energy efficiency schemes. Many of those inverters are now 10–14 years old and failing. We cover the area for fault diagnosis, inverter replacement, battery support, and full system recovery.
  • On-site repair from £245
  • Inverter replacement £795
  • Free remote diagnostic — written report within 24 hrs
Scunthorpe solar engineer

Tell us what's happening with your system. We'll confirm whether it needs a remote diagnostic or an on-site visit, and give you a clear price before any work starts. Scunthorpe is outer-ring coverage — two to three working days for urgent faults.

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13 Trustpilot reviews
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I have a GivEnergy system consisting of two batteries, two inverters and a controlling EMS (Energy Management System) which has not worked since Nov 2025. After six months I discovered Solar Tech Support, reached out to them and Ron phoned me back – how often do you get that service? Could not be more helpful – worked directly with me over the phone, outside what I would call normal working hours. Lucid explanations and we were able to discuss the issues and history using camera and email history. As this was a very rare setup, Ron was able to access an EMS expert in the field to confirm the solution. One sunny day in, I am now only paying for standing charge and a few pence for spikes in grid consumption while battery catches up with house demand.

Ian · May 2026 Trustpilot

When my GivEnergy system had an issue, I was completely left without support and had honestly lost all hope. Thankfully, I searched online and found Ron, which completely turned things around. After sending him a message, he responded incredibly fast and called me to assure me that he would get the problem fixed. I really admire his dedicated, supportive nature and his determination to find a solution. With this kind of outstanding attitude and customer service, he has absolutely secured a future customer in me.

Sree · May 2026 Trustpilot

Ron want out of is way to help, nothing was to much. He was very thorough in what he did Very knowledgeable I would highly recommend Ron and his company He did a fantastic job for me. if you have any problems, he'll do his best to help you out and resolve your problem. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them

Dennis Brown · May 2026 Trustpilot

Ron took me through a diagnostic to confirm my GivEnergy Inverter had a fault. A common one as it turns out with the AC Inverter. As GivEnergy is defunct there is no immediate fix, aside from sourcing 2nd hand replacement. It may be that a fix becomes available over the summer which would make a lot of GivEnergy customers happy (Again)

Tony Deacon · May 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Ron with a problem and he sorted it out quickly with no problems at all. Very knowledgeable on anything solar/ batteries. I would recommend him to anyone

Phill · May 2026 Trustpilot

I've spoken to Ron a couple of times with issues with my Givenergy installation. Such a friendly knowledge guy very highly recommended. Thank you very much for resolving my issues

michael fairhurst · May 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Solar Tech Support in desperation. After explaining the issues I had with my system a diagnosis was made and a solution proposed. Fantastic service, even contacted a manufacturer to arrange replacement parts for me. Great communications, explained all they were doing and what I had to do, clearly and precisly. Followed up to confirm all was ok. Excellent service.

Mr Machin · May 2026 Trustpilot

After GivEnergy went into liquidation, just my luck, my battery started playing up (internal board crashed). Contacted my installer - not interested! Found Solar tech support on a Google search. Sooo glad I found this company! Ron is extremely helpful and has plenty of experience. He soon confirmed what the fault was, and helped me to get my system up and running again. Now moved my GivEnergy account to Solar tech support, and will definitely use again if I have more issues. Unusual to find such a helpful company in these times, no morons reading scripts, just direct contact with the engineer.

Keith Ballard · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Solar Tech Support when trying to understand what my Givenergy inverter problem might be and what might be my options. Received good/honest advise which backed up my thoughts.

Hugh Speirs · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

Ron is a super star. Two months ago my GivEnergy battery failed a firmware upgrade leaving it a brick. My installer couldn't/wouldn't fix it. GivEnergy couldn't/wouldn't fix it. Then they went into administration and all hope was lost. A flurry of emails later and Ron had diagnosed the fault (failed USB flash drive, something I'd suspected) and talked me through resolving it. Two months of nothing resolved in about 3 hours. It's great to work with someone who pays attention to the details, knows that they're doing (not just following a script) and gets stuff sorted without a fuss or up-charging.

Christopher · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I can add to the list of customers who had already 'given up' on GivEnergy due to their appalling customer service, and that was before they went into administration (their Trustpilot reviews don't lie!). So you can imagine my desperation when, having changed my ISP and my Inverter, predictably, proving to be the only device that didn't connect automatically to my new network, I found zero prospect of any customer support with GivEnergy having called in the administrators just five days earlier! The salvation came from Solar Tech Support. My IT advisor stumbled across their web site and some very helpful tips for beleaguered GivEnergy customers, as well as an offer to provide direct assistance. Nothing ventured, I decided to drop them an E-Mail, with very low expectations based on my experience of GivEnergy customer support. Within an hour Ron had responded with some pin point advice, and after a few exchanges of E-Mails he had nailed the problem, enabling the combined efforts of my IT advisor and solar installer to resolve it and reconnect my Inverter. Thank you Solar Tech Support, and Ron in particular, for coming to the aid of a deserted and despondent GivEnergy customer. Expert, razor sharp advice and first class customer service, even though I wasn't officially a customer.

customer · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

This company are a rare gem, I had a very unusual problem following a failed firmware upgrade on my GivEnergy kit. I then found out GivEnergy were in administration and had dismissed all their support staff! None of the usual fixes to try and restore my inverter comms would work, and I looked everywhere, forums, GivEnergy youtube support videos - even AI couldn't figure it out. My installer was talking about huge sums for system replacements, and being vague / evasive about if they'd even install replacement GivEnergy inverter. Enter Solar Tech Support, reassuring and knowledgeable from the very start, I've learnt loads about my solar system though the friendly chat while my engineer worked as he diagnosed the problem and figured out a fix procedure that I've not found anywhere else - amazing . If you need solar system repairs - especially if you like me have been left high and dry by GivEnergy, I cannot recommend this company enough. Give them a call.

Andy Thomas · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I sent a message on their website regarding a problem I have on my Givenergy system. Although not supplied by Ronald, I thought it was worth an email. Within the hour on a Saturday, he phoned and we discussed the problem. He logged in remotely and gave excellent advice. I'm too far away for his on-site help but he did diagnose the problem and was happy also to chat through my thoughts about an upcoming solar/battery install I'm planning. Great bloke.... if only he was nearer!

Philip · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I have a GivEnergy system consisting of two batteries, two inverters and a controlling EMS (Energy Management System) which has not worked since Nov 2025. After six months I discovered Solar Tech Support, reached out to them and Ron phoned me back – how often do you get that service? Could not be more helpful – worked directly with me over the phone, outside what I would call normal working hours. Lucid explanations and we were able to discuss the issues and history using camera and email history. As this was a very rare setup, Ron was able to access an EMS expert in the field to confirm the solution. One sunny day in, I am now only paying for standing charge and a few pence for spikes in grid consumption while battery catches up with house demand.

Ian · May 2026 Trustpilot

When my GivEnergy system had an issue, I was completely left without support and had honestly lost all hope. Thankfully, I searched online and found Ron, which completely turned things around. After sending him a message, he responded incredibly fast and called me to assure me that he would get the problem fixed. I really admire his dedicated, supportive nature and his determination to find a solution. With this kind of outstanding attitude and customer service, he has absolutely secured a future customer in me.

Sree · May 2026 Trustpilot

Ron want out of is way to help, nothing was to much. He was very thorough in what he did Very knowledgeable I would highly recommend Ron and his company He did a fantastic job for me. if you have any problems, he'll do his best to help you out and resolve your problem. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them

Dennis Brown · May 2026 Trustpilot

Ron took me through a diagnostic to confirm my GivEnergy Inverter had a fault. A common one as it turns out with the AC Inverter. As GivEnergy is defunct there is no immediate fix, aside from sourcing 2nd hand replacement. It may be that a fix becomes available over the summer which would make a lot of GivEnergy customers happy (Again)

Tony Deacon · May 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Ron with a problem and he sorted it out quickly with no problems at all. Very knowledgeable on anything solar/ batteries. I would recommend him to anyone

Phill · May 2026 Trustpilot

I've spoken to Ron a couple of times with issues with my Givenergy installation. Such a friendly knowledge guy very highly recommended. Thank you very much for resolving my issues

michael fairhurst · May 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Solar Tech Support in desperation. After explaining the issues I had with my system a diagnosis was made and a solution proposed. Fantastic service, even contacted a manufacturer to arrange replacement parts for me. Great communications, explained all they were doing and what I had to do, clearly and precisly. Followed up to confirm all was ok. Excellent service.

Mr Machin · May 2026 Trustpilot

After GivEnergy went into liquidation, just my luck, my battery started playing up (internal board crashed). Contacted my installer - not interested! Found Solar tech support on a Google search. Sooo glad I found this company! Ron is extremely helpful and has plenty of experience. He soon confirmed what the fault was, and helped me to get my system up and running again. Now moved my GivEnergy account to Solar tech support, and will definitely use again if I have more issues. Unusual to find such a helpful company in these times, no morons reading scripts, just direct contact with the engineer.

Keith Ballard · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

Contacted Solar Tech Support when trying to understand what my Givenergy inverter problem might be and what might be my options. Received good/honest advise which backed up my thoughts.

Hugh Speirs · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

Ron is a super star. Two months ago my GivEnergy battery failed a firmware upgrade leaving it a brick. My installer couldn't/wouldn't fix it. GivEnergy couldn't/wouldn't fix it. Then they went into administration and all hope was lost. A flurry of emails later and Ron had diagnosed the fault (failed USB flash drive, something I'd suspected) and talked me through resolving it. Two months of nothing resolved in about 3 hours. It's great to work with someone who pays attention to the details, knows that they're doing (not just following a script) and gets stuff sorted without a fuss or up-charging.

Christopher · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I can add to the list of customers who had already 'given up' on GivEnergy due to their appalling customer service, and that was before they went into administration (their Trustpilot reviews don't lie!). So you can imagine my desperation when, having changed my ISP and my Inverter, predictably, proving to be the only device that didn't connect automatically to my new network, I found zero prospect of any customer support with GivEnergy having called in the administrators just five days earlier! The salvation came from Solar Tech Support. My IT advisor stumbled across their web site and some very helpful tips for beleaguered GivEnergy customers, as well as an offer to provide direct assistance. Nothing ventured, I decided to drop them an E-Mail, with very low expectations based on my experience of GivEnergy customer support. Within an hour Ron had responded with some pin point advice, and after a few exchanges of E-Mails he had nailed the problem, enabling the combined efforts of my IT advisor and solar installer to resolve it and reconnect my Inverter. Thank you Solar Tech Support, and Ron in particular, for coming to the aid of a deserted and despondent GivEnergy customer. Expert, razor sharp advice and first class customer service, even though I wasn't officially a customer.

customer · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

This company are a rare gem, I had a very unusual problem following a failed firmware upgrade on my GivEnergy kit. I then found out GivEnergy were in administration and had dismissed all their support staff! None of the usual fixes to try and restore my inverter comms would work, and I looked everywhere, forums, GivEnergy youtube support videos - even AI couldn't figure it out. My installer was talking about huge sums for system replacements, and being vague / evasive about if they'd even install replacement GivEnergy inverter. Enter Solar Tech Support, reassuring and knowledgeable from the very start, I've learnt loads about my solar system though the friendly chat while my engineer worked as he diagnosed the problem and figured out a fix procedure that I've not found anywhere else - amazing . If you need solar system repairs - especially if you like me have been left high and dry by GivEnergy, I cannot recommend this company enough. Give them a call.

Andy Thomas · Apr 2026 Trustpilot

I sent a message on their website regarding a problem I have on my Givenergy system. Although not supplied by Ronald, I thought it was worth an email. Within the hour on a Saturday, he phoned and we discussed the problem. He logged in remotely and gave excellent advice. I'm too far away for his on-site help but he did diagnose the problem and was happy also to chat through my thoughts about an upcoming solar/battery install I'm planning. Great bloke.... if only he was nearer!

Philip · Apr 2026 Trustpilot
Local Knowledge

Solar in Scunthorpe — industrial town, early adopter

Scunthorpe's housing stock is dominated by post-war semis and terraces built during the steelworks era. These properties were ideal candidates for government-backed solar schemes — uniform roof pitches, south-facing orientations, and homeowners looking to cut energy costs. The result is a dense cluster of ageing FiT-era systems that are now reaching the point where the inverters need attention.

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Post-war housing with uniform FiT-era installs

Scunthorpe's 1950s–1970s semis and terraces were the backbone of government energy efficiency programmes. Most systems are 2–4kW arrays with single string inverters — typically Solis, Growatt, or Fronius units. The panels are usually fine, but the inverters are reaching end of life at 10–14 years old. Symptoms range from blank displays and zero generation to intermittent fault codes and unexplained shutdowns.

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Government scheme installs with missing documentation

Many Scunthorpe solar systems were installed through ECO and Green Deal schemes by national companies. Some of those companies have since closed — taking their records with them. Homeowners are left without MCS certificates, without monitoring access, and without a route to warranty claims. We rebuild the documentation trail, verify what's still under warranty, and set up proper monitoring.

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Humber estuary exposure on northern properties

Properties on the northern edge of Scunthorpe and towards Barton-upon-Humber face exposure from the Humber estuary. This accelerates corrosion on MC4 connectors, junction boxes, and mounting brackets. Systems that look fine from the ground can have deteriorating connections underneath the panels that reduce output and create safety risks. An annual maintenance visit catches these early.

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Battery retrofits starting to appear

Homeowners with working FiT-era panels are increasingly adding battery storage to capture surplus generation and shift consumption away from peak-rate electricity. The retrofit adds complexity — the new hybrid inverter or AC-coupled battery needs to work alongside the existing array without disrupting FiT metering. Configuration matters more than the hardware choice, and getting it wrong means importing from the grid when you should be using stored solar.

Services

What we do in Scunthorpe

Scunthorpe is at the edge of our regular service area, but we cover it on scheduled visit days. Every job starts with a remote diagnostic — we confirm the fault, source parts, and plan the visit so nothing is wasted. No call-out fees. All pricing in writing.

Common Problems

What goes wrong with solar systems in Scunthorpe

North Lincolnshire's solar systems are predominantly FiT-era installs from the early 2010s. The hardware is ageing uniformly, which means the faults we see are predictable and consistent. These are the most common.

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String inverter failure on 2–4kW FiT-era systems

The most common fault across Scunthorpe. Budget string inverters installed during government energy efficiency schemes have a practical lifespan of 10–15 years. Most are now at or past that point. The inverter display goes blank, generation drops to zero, or recurring fault codes appear. The panels themselves are usually fine — replacement with a modern hybrid inverter restores generation and can add battery capability if you want it later. Inverter replacement →

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MC4 connector corrosion from Humber estuary weather

Properties in Barton-upon-Humber, Winterton, and the northern edge of Scunthorpe are exposed to moisture-laden air from the Humber estuary. Over 10+ years, this accelerates corrosion on the MC4 connectors between panels and on junction box seals. Corroded connectors create resistance, which reduces output and generates heat — a fire risk in severe cases. We test every connector during maintenance visits and replace any that show degradation. Annual maintenance →

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Systems running unmonitored since installation

A significant proportion of Scunthorpe's FiT-era systems have never had active monitoring. The installer set it up, left, and the homeowner has relied on the inverter display light to confirm it's working. A partial string failure or degraded panel can reduce output by 30–50% without any visible warning. A remote diagnostic compares what your system is actually generating against what it should produce for its size, orientation, and location. Remote diagnostic →

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FiT export payment confusion after inverter replacement

Scunthorpe has a high density of FiT-registered systems, and homeowners are understandably concerned about whether replacing a failed inverter affects their payments. It doesn't — your FiT contract is with the energy supplier, not the inverter manufacturer. Generation and export payments continue as normal after a swap. We handle the meter readings and paperwork to make the transition seamless. Fault diagnosis →

Installer gone bust?

Your Scunthorpe installer has closed — we take over from here

North Lincolnshire's solar systems were predominantly installed by national companies running government energy efficiency schemes. Several have since gone into administration or been dissolved, leaving homeowners with no support, no documentation, and no one to call when faults appear. Your manufacturer warranties are still valid — you just need someone independent to pick it up.

Installer not listed? The recovery process is the same regardless of who installed your system. Full installer gone bust guide or book a call.

All Brands

Fronius, Solis, Growatt — Scunthorpe's FiT-era brand mix

Scunthorpe's solar brand mix is heavily weighted towards the FiT era. Fronius IG and IG Plus units are common on Mark Group installs. Budget Solis and Growatt string inverters appear on ECO scheme systems. Newer battery retrofits are starting to appear across the area. We support every brand — diagnosis, repair, replacement, configuration.

Fronius — IG, IG Plus, Primo, Symo replacement and repair
Solis, Growatt — budget string inverter replacement on FiT systems
GivEnergy, Sunsynk — battery retrofit diagnostics and configuration
SolarEdge, Fox ESS, Huawei — all supported
19+ brands — independent, no manufacturer bias
Local Coverage

Areas of North Lincolnshire we cover

Scunthorpe and the surrounding towns and villages across North Lincolnshire. For Hull and the East Riding, see our Hull coverage page and Beverley coverage page.

Brigg
Barton-upon-Humber
Epworth
Crowle
Winterton
Kirton in Lindsey
Messingham
Bottesford
Ashby
Broughton
Appleby
Isle of Axholme

Not listed? If you're in North Lincolnshire, we can likely reach you. Get in touch and we'll confirm availability.

New homeowner

Just bought a house in Scunthorpe with solar panels?

Scunthorpe has a high density of FiT-era solar systems — and they change hands regularly. If you've just bought a property with panels on the roof, there's a good chance the paperwork didn't follow. The original installer may have closed down. The monitoring was never set up. The FiT payments may still be registered to the previous owner. We visit, sort everything out, check the system is working properly, and hand over a written report.

System identification — panels, inverter, battery, wiring
Monitoring transfer into your name
MCS certificate and warranty status check
Written condition report and recommendations
FiT transfer guidance and meter reading support
FAQ

Solar repair in Scunthorpe — common questions

Scunthorpe is about an hour and a quarter from our base — outer edge of our standard on-site coverage. For urgent faults like a dead inverter or total generation loss, we can usually attend within two to three working days. Scheduled work such as inverter replacements and annual maintenance is typically within the same week. A free remote diagnostic can identify most faults same-day if you need answers before the on-site visit.
Yes. We cover Scunthorpe and the wider North Lincolnshire area including Brigg, Barton-upon-Humber, Epworth, Crowle, Winterton, Kirton in Lindsey, and surrounding villages. The Isle of Axholme is within our standard on-site range. For properties south towards Gainsborough or Lincoln, a remote diagnostic is often the most practical first step. Remote diagnostics are available UK-wide regardless of location.
Inverter replacement starts £795, which includes the new unit, removal of the old one, installation, configuration, and commissioning. The exact price depends on the brand, model, and system size. Many Scunthorpe systems use older string inverters from FiT-era installations that are now past economic repair — replacement with a modern hybrid inverter is straightforward and your FiT payments continue unaffected. A free remote diagnostic confirms exactly what's needed before we quote. Inverter replacement service →
Yes. Many solar systems across North Lincolnshire were installed by national companies operating through government energy efficiency schemes — several of which have since gone into administration or been dissolved. Your manufacturer warranties on the inverter and panels are separate from the installer and may still be valid. We handle full system recovery: monitoring transfer, documentation rebuild, warranty verification, fault diagnosis, and ongoing maintenance. Full installer gone bust guide →

Solar panels not working in Scunthorpe? Tell us what's happening.

Describe the fault — what you're seeing (or not seeing), the brand if you know it, when it started. We'll come back with a clear plan and price, usually same day. Scunthorpe and North Lincolnshire are within our outer-ring coverage.

  • On-site repair from £245 · inverter replacement £795
  • Solar panel maintenance from £195
  • Free remote diagnostic — written report within 24 hours

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