Professional Devon Solar Panel Solutions
M&E Contrax Renewables is based in Newton Abbot, Devon. We design and install solar panel systems, battery storage, and EV chargers for homes and businesses across the county. We are MCS-accredited and NICEIC-approved, and every installation is carried out by our own in-house team from survey through to commissioning and aftercare.
Devon is one of the best counties in England for solar panels. The county receives around 1,550 to 1,600 sunshine hours per year depending on location, around 13% above the UK national average. That irradiance advantage translates directly into more electricity generated per year from the same size system, shorter payback periods, and better long-term financial returns than equivalent installations further north.
Devon Solar Panel Services – 24/7 Support
At M&E Contrax, we go beyond solar installation – we offer ongoing support to ensure your solar panels continue to perform at their best. Our local Devon team is always ready to assist, no matter when you need us. We’ve helped customers in Plymouth, Torquay, Axminster and Barnstaple, plus many more.
When you choose M&E Contrax as your Devon solar panel company, you will be investing in:
- 24/7 emergency support
- Highest professional standards
- Commitment to meeting industry regulations
- Extensive experience in the renewable sector
What we install across Devon
Every Devon installation starts with a free survey. We assess roof orientation, pitch, shading, roof covering condition, and your electricity consumption data. The system is designed around your specific property rather than a generic template.
We install solar panels for Devon homes of all types, Victorian and Edwardian terraces, post-war estates, rural farmhouses, thatched cottages, and modern new builds. Different roof types and coverings require different mounting approaches. Natural slate, concrete tile, flat roofs, and standing seam metal roofing all have their own installation requirements. We have experience across all of them.
For Devon businesses, we design commercial solar systems from actual site consumption data and DNO requirements. We have completed commercial installations including a system at Torquay Golf Club delivering over 22% annual return on investment, and a 47kW installation at a Newton Abbot commercial property. See our commercial solar South Devon page for more.
Battery storage is part of most solar conversations in Devon now. A battery increases the proportion of solar electricity consumed on site from around 35% to 70 to 80%, which significantly improves financial returns. We install Tesla Powerwall, Fox Energy Storage, GivEnergy, and Pylontech across Devon. See our solar panels with battery storage guide for more detail.
Why Devon homeowners and businesses choose M&E Contrax
- Based in Newton Abbot: not a national company operating remotely across Devon
- MCS-accredited for solar PV and battery storage: required for the Smart Export Guarantee and government grants
- NICEIC-approved for all electrical work: independently audited electrical installation standards
- RECC-registered : consumer code protection for every customer
- In-house installation team: the same company that surveys your property carries out the installation
- 18 years trading in Devon as part of the Western Industrial Group
- 24/7 aftercare: we are local, so we respond quickly when it matters
Contact M&E Contrax
To discuss your solar panel project in Devon or to get a free quote, please feel free to get in touch. We cover all Devon postcodes from our Newton Abbot base.
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Written by Lee Bullingham, Solar PV Installation Lead, M&E Contrax Renewables. Last reviewed: July 2026.
Solar panels across Devon – where we work
We also cover Ashburton, Totnes, Brixham, Ivybridge, Okehampton, Tiverton, Dartmoor, and all surrounding Devon areas. If your postcode is in Devon, we serve it.
Recent installs across Devon
We’ve completed a range of electrical and solar PV installations for both homes and businesses across Devon, from domestic rooftops to larger commercial systems. If you’d like to see examples of our work, explore our case studies below for recent projects, system sizes, and the type of property we installed on.
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Frequently Asked Questions
For many homes and businesses in Newton Abbot, solar panels can be a practical long term upgrade. The value depends on roof suitability, shading, and how much electricity you use during daylight hours. A survey will confirm the best system design for your property.
Yes. Solar panels generate from daylight, not from heat. Torbay’s mild maritime climate means cold temperatures are rarely an issue, and the area’s sunshine hours remain above the national average even in winter months. A well-designed system, particularly one paired with battery storage, continues to reduce grid reliance throughout the year.
Coastal salt air can accelerate corrosion on poorly specified fixings and frames. All panels and mounting systems we install use marine-grade aluminium and stainless steel fixings rated for coastal environments. This is particularly important in Ilfracombe’s exposed seafront location.
Shading can affect output, but it doesn’t automatically rule solar out. We assess shading patterns and design the layout to reduce its impact as much as possible.
Yes. If your system needs DNO notification or approval, we will confirm what applies and manage the process as part of the installation, explaining any export limits or next steps clearly.
0% VAT applies to all domestic solar and battery storage installations. The Warm Homes Local Grant, through Devon County Council, can fund solar for eligible lower-income households in Mid Devon. For oil-heated properties, the £9,000 Boiler Upgrade Scheme grant (July 2026 to March 2027) is available for heat pump installation. We advise on all grant options at the survey stage.
