Solar panel installation across Christchurch, Highcliffe, Mudeford and Burton, installed by the local team.
Electrical Exchange installs solar panels across Christchurch and the surrounding area, including Highcliffe, Mudeford and Burton, working from our base right here on Airfield Way rather than travelling in from elsewhere.
Christchurch's roofs reflect the town's own history. The older streets around the Priory keep to a tighter, historic layout with a real mix of orientations and roof pitches, while the housing built up since the town's 1870s expansion tends to have larger, more uniform roof faces that suit a bigger array. Either way, panel layout and system size come down to what your specific roof and household usage need, not a standard package.
We pride ourselves on being more than just installers - we're your renewable energy partners from initial consultation through to ongoing technical support. Our commitment to customer satisfaction means we take the time to understand your specific energy needs and provide tailored solutions that work for your home.
Every project starts with a free on-site consultation, so we can assess your property and give you an accurate, no-obligation quote before any work begins.
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Our experience and customer-first approach are what guarantee lasting efficiency for your system, and we stay on hand with technical support and guidance long after installation is signed off. Trust Electrical Exchange for reliable, professional solar installation, built to maximise your investment in renewable energy for years to come.
Installing a solar power system requires careful consideration of essential components to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Key components of a solar system include a mounting system (integrated or surface-mounted), PV modules (panels), an inverter for converting DC to AC electricity, and an energy meter for monitoring generation. The addition of battery storage can significantly enhance the system and maximise your self-consumption.
The permitted development right for solar equipment on houses was updated on 27 August 2026, and until 27 August 2027 the Planning Portal says either the earlier rules or the new ones can be followed. On an ordinary pitched roof the limits are familiar: nothing above the highest part of the roof, chimneys aside, and no more than 200mm proud of the slope.
For houses, most of the change concerns walls and balconies. Panels on a wall, balcony or roof enclosure that abuts a highway may now stand out up to 0.2 metres, and up to 0.4 metres anywhere else. Inside a conservation area none of those may face the road, and an array on a flat roof needs the council's prior approval before it goes up.
The conservation-area rules reach across the town. BCP Council lists eleven conservation areas for the Christchurch area, among them Christchurch Central, Purewell, Stanpit and Fisherman's Bank, Mudeford Quay and Burton. Listed buildings fall outside the right altogether, because panels can't go on any building in a listed property's grounds, and every array should be sited, so far as practicable, to keep its effect on appearance down.
In the oldest streets, the back of a roof can be on show too. BCP's appraisal of Christchurch Central describes the view from the Castle Keep over the rear of Castle Street and Church Street and calls that roofscape particularly important. A rear slope facing the keep is still in public view, and the layout we draw for it reflects that.
We check orientation, pitch and shading factors on your specific roof to determine the optimal solar setup for your home.
We design your system based on your energy needs and budget, then handle all DNO notifications or applications required.
Our team installs the mounting system, PV panels, DC wiring, and solar inverter - converting your roof into a clean energy generator.
The system is tested, commissioned, and certified. You receive a full handover pack so you can start maximising your solar investment straight away.
Photographed by our team, on the job.
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While up on the roof, they noticed several cracked tiles and immediately pointed them out to me, suggesting I get them fixed while the scaffolding was already set up. Rather than rushing to finish their own job, they kindly put their work on hold so I could get the roof repaired. … Finding a trade company with this degree of honesty, integrity, and punctuality is rare.
Adam took the time to understand our needs and provide us with a tailored solar solution that comprised of Roof Panels, Hybrid Inverter, Battery Storage and a solar IBoost. … The whole process was surprisingly smooth and completed in two days.
…it's great to not see the smart meter going up every day and getting money back for generated electricity that we've not used It's a win win delighted customers 😊
…although Adam’s quote wasn’t the cheapest, he took the time to explain the hidden complexities in my setup and his reasoning made complete sense. … The system has been running flawlessly since March, proving he was absolutely right.
We have multiple jobs and works completed by Adam and the team and could not be happier with the work conducted, this has included a rewire of our property and most recently new lights fitted to the entrance of our house set on a PIR brilliant work and to a very high standard.
I had good conversations with Adam beforehand and he suggested the best approach, he handled the required paperwork with the DNO. … he was able to have the wire come right out of the wall into the back of the charger, making it look incredibly neat.
Installed new consumer unit in old house and corrected many faults worked tirelessly for 4 days straight rewiring where necessary, changing sockets earthing system.
Adam from Electrical Exchange came and wired in my Air Conditioning unit. Very friendly and informative from start to finish. … He even chatted me through my existing solar and battery set up where I had a few unrelated questions too.
Adam and Peter have done a wonderful installation on my FastAmps EVCharger From the moment I contacted Adam about the job to completion it was approached in the most professional and efficient manner.
I recently had the latest generation of the Fastamp Alpha 7 home EV charger installed by Adam and his team from Electrical Exchange and I couldn’t be happier with the experience.
Full garden lighting project was completed by Electrical Exchange. Installation of armoured cable, outdoor sockets, down lights, up lights, tree lights and rope lighting around patio. … I would call Adam a perfectionist with his neat and tidy workmanship.
Installed my EV charger and replaced the consumer unit to a very high standard. Professional, tidy, punctual, and took the time to explain everything clearly.
Quoted ordered and fitted Fast Amp charger all within 4 days …commissioned demonstrated all working fine thanks to Adam and Fast Amp 👍
Adam from Electrical Exchange was punctual, professional and completed our electrical work to a high standard. He was friendly and explained everything clearly and he left everything clean and tidy.
Installed a sub-board for an air con unit I was installing…Prompt & polite, works clean & tidy.. highly recommend Adam and his team
…The whole process was clearly explained, they put a mat down when working indoors and left with everything looking great.
I have them as my go to people for various needs around my old outdated Victorian house which has needed that more modern touch.
Adam, was very helpful and really supportive in installing my charger by providing relevant advice and guidance throughout the whole process.
Adam and his team were great. He was on time, tidy and did the job well. There was a problem (not of his making) that he persisted with and managed to solve.
Great company and excellent service from Adam
5 Star service good prices and efficient working practises
Adam of Electrical Exchange Is every good at ther job they put in a (EVEC ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGER ) and a ( EDDI ) HAS WELL
Reliable service competitive prices hard working peoplie, Amazing service👍🏽
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We're based on Airfield Way in Christchurch itself, and cover the whole town plus Highcliffe, Mudeford and Burton as standard. There's no separate call-out charge for being local to us.
Since we're literally based in the town, there's no travel time to factor into booking your survey the way there might be for an installer coming from further afield. Get in touch and we'll find a slot that works.
Our team don't disappear after handover. As the same in-house team who surveyed, designed and installed your system, we're on hand for ongoing technical support if anything needs looking at.
It depends on your roof, your household's energy usage and the system size that makes sense for your home, so we don't quote a fixed price without seeing the property first. After a free on-site survey, you get a detailed, fixed quote with no hidden extras.
Either way works. Most of our Christchurch customers start with panels and add a battery later once they've seen their generation pattern, though fitting both together is usually the more cost-effective route if you're already sure you want one.
Speak to the team who'd do the work - no sales reps, no pressure.
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