Infrared panels in Solihull
£145 to £2,008 installed, and 49% of homes in the council area rated EPC D to G.
What infrared heating costs in Solihull
1–2 panels
£145–£353
We don’t publish a saving figure for this upgrade.
3–5 panels (most common)
£389–£823
We don’t publish a saving figure for this upgrade.
6+ panels
£1,022–£2,008
We don’t publish a saving figure for this upgrade.
Source: Home Energy Quotes Cost Index, costs modelled June 2026, savings at the October to December 2026 price cap. Prices are estimates and include installation and VAT. Actual costs may vary.
Solihull in numbers
Published statistics for the Solihull council area, not our estimates.
At the 2021 Census, 6.3% of households in the Solihull council area used electric heating only and 81.4% mains gas only. 49% of homes with an EPC in the Solihull council area are rated D to G, and the median energy score is 69, which is band C.
| Solihull council area | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Households on electric heating only | 6.3% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Households on mains gas heating only | 81.4% | Census 2021, ONS |
| Homes with an EPC rated D to G | 49% | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Median EPC energy score | 69 (band C) | ONS, EPCs lodged to March 2025 |
| Electricity network operator | National Grid Electricity Distribution (West Midlands) | NESO licence area boundaries |
These are published official statistics for the Solihull council area, which covers Solihull, not Home Energy Quotes estimates. Sources checked 6 October 2026.
Is Solihull a good place for infrared panels?
The area’s housing stock includes a range of properties suited to infrared panels installations throughout Solihull. Combined with West Midlands’s energy prices, infrared panels installations here may offer good value (individual results will vary).
Solihull has a population of 107,735, and the area falls within the West Midlands region. We recommend getting at least 3 quotes to compare prices.
Find Installers in Solihull
We recommend getting at least 3 quotes from qualified installers before making a decision. Check reviews, ask for local references, and make sure warranties are clearly stated in writing.
What to check before hiring an installer in Solihull
- Qualifications — check the installer holds relevant qualifications and certifications for infrared panels before signing any contract
- Local references — ask for completed jobs in Solihull or West Midlands
- Reviews — check online reviews before committing
- Warranty — product and workmanship warranties should be clearly stated in writing
- 3 quotes minimum — we recommend comparing at least three quotes to ensure you get a fair price
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Last reviewed: . Costs are modelled estimates from the Home Energy Quotes Cost Index — see how we calculate them. Grant rates are checked against GOV.UK.