Generate your own power...
Solar PV technology has transformed the way homeowners and businesses across Scotland manage their energy. In Edinburgh and the Lothians, a well-designed and properly installed solar panel system can generate a meaningful proportion of your annual electricity needs — and with battery storage added to the mix, you can make the most of every unit generated.
Blackline Electrical designs and installs bespoke solar PV systems across Edinburgh and the wider Lothians area. We approach each installation as exactly that — bespoke. There's no one-size-fits-all solution in solar PV. The right system for your property depends on your roof's orientation, pitch and available area, any shading from neighbouring buildings or trees, your current and projected electricity consumption, and whether you're looking to integrate with an EV charger or battery storage system.
Our process begins with a thorough site survey, during which we assess all of these factors and design a system that maximises your generation potential and return on investment. We then handle everything through to commissioning — panel installation, inverter setup, battery storage if required, grid connection and DNO notification, and smart monitoring configuration.
All solar PV systems installed by Blackline Electrical are MCS certified, which means they qualify for the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) — the scheme that allows you to sell surplus electricity back to the grid and earn from your system even when you're not at home.
Free site survey and bespoke system design
DNO notification and grid connection
High-efficiency solar panel supply and installation
Smart monitoring system setup
Inverter selection and installation
MCS certification and full documentation
Battery storage system integration
Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) registration guidance
EV charger integration and smart load management
Why choose Blackline?
01
Bespoke System Design
We don't sell packages — we design systems. Every solar PV installation we carry out is tailored to your specific property, consumption profile and goals.
02
Electrical Expertise First
Solar PV installation is fundamentally an electrical job — and that's our core expertise. We understand the full picture: how your solar system interacts with your home's existing electrical installation, how to correctly size circuits and protective devices, and how to integrate battery storage and EV charging safely and effectively.
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MCS Certified Installations
All our solar PV installations are MCS certified, which is the industry-recognised standard for quality and compliance. MCS certification is required to access the Smart Export Guarantee and most battery storage grant schemes. You won't get this from an uncertified installer.
04
Future-Proof Integration
We design your solar system with your future in mind. Planning to add a battery? An EV charger? A heat pump? We'll ensure everything is compatible and that your system can grow with your needs — rather than requiring costly modifications down the line.
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Local Knowledge & Honest Advice
We know Edinburgh and the Lothians. We understand the typical property types, roof configurations and the solar generation profile for this part of Scotland. We'll give you honest projections so you can make an informed investment decision.
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End-to-End Service
From survey and design through to commissioning, monitoring setup and certification — we handle everything. You won't be passed between different contractors or left to figure out DNO notifications yourself. One company, one point of contact, from start to finish.
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