Solar in Wexford · Leinster · SEAI Registered

Solar panels in Wexford.
Save €1,167/year.

Ireland's sunniest county. Use it. Premium tier-1 panels installed in a single day. SEAI grant filed for you. Payback in 6.8 years for a typical Wexford home.

★★★★★ 4.9 · 79 Wexford installs
✓ SEAI registered ✓ €2,100 grant available ✓ 25-year panel warranty ✓ Installs in 1 day
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What Wexford homes save

Wexford homes save
€1,167 a year

Real numbers from 79 Wexford installations. ESB rates have risen 27% since 2022 — going solar in Wexford has never paid back faster.

25-year lifetime savings · Wexford
€29k avg.
From a 4 kWp system on a 3-bed semi-detached in Wexford. Excludes export earnings via the Microgeneration Support Scheme.
SEAI Grant
€2,100
Government grant — we file the application for every Wexford customer.
Solar irradiation
1090kWh/m²
Wexford's annual solar irradiation per PVGIS at 52.34°N.
4 kWp generation
3.7MWh/yr
What a typical 4 kWp system on a Wexford roof produces in a year.
Payback period · Wexford
6.8yrs
After the SEAI grant. Every year after that is profit.
Eircode coverage in Wexford: Y21Y25Y34Y35 Other counties →
Why solar works in Wexford

Wexford's climate, made for solar PV.

Real data from PVGIS (the EU's solar reference database) and Met Éireann. Numbers below are specific to Wexford at 52.34°N, 6.46°W — not all-Ireland averages.

Annual irradiation

1090 kWh/m²/yr

Wexford actually sits in the top quartile of Irish counties for solar yield. Irradiation is what determines how much electricity your panels can produce — and Wexford's value of 1090 kWh/m² is comfortably above the 800 kWh/m² minimum where solar PV becomes economically viable. The same data drove SEAI's decision to keep the grant available across all 26 counties of the Republic.

Bright sunshine hours

~1,145 hours/yr

Met Éireann data shows Wexford receives around 1,145 hours of bright sunshine per year. The south and east of Ireland are noticeably sunnier than the west, which is why payback periods in Wexford tend to be 6–9 months shorter than in counties like Mayo or Donegal. Trend has been stable since the 1990s.

Optimal roof orientation

SSE → S → SSW

For Wexford's latitude (52.34°N), the perfect roof faces due south at 35–40° pitch. East-facing produces ~85% of south output; west-facing ~88%. North-facing roofs can still work with a 12% generation loss — important for Wexford terraced and town-house owners with no choice. We split arrays across two faces routinely.

Seasonal output split

42% / 18%

Roughly 42% of a Wexford system's annual output comes in June–August, while only 18% comes in December–February. This is normal across Ireland and why batteries (or smart export at peak prices) make economic sense — they smooth the seasonal curve and keep ESB bills steady all year.

Monthly generation curve

Jun peak / Dec low

A 4 kWp system in Wexford typically produces around 575 kWh in June (peak month) and just 93 kWh in December. The curve is symmetric around the summer solstice. Cloudy/rainy weeks reduce output by 30–60% vs sunny weeks at the same time of year.

Performance ratio

0.82 – 0.87

Performance ratio (PR) is the real-world output divided by the theoretical maximum. Wexford installs typically run at 0.82–0.87 PR — slightly above the European average of 0.80, helped by Ireland's cool summers (panels are more efficient at lower temperatures). Our crews monitor every install via app for the full 25-year warranty period.

Year-on-year impact · Wexford

Watch your ESB bill shrink, year after year.

A typical 3-bed home in Wexford pays €2,080 a year to ESB. After solar + battery, that drops to under €624 — and the system keeps producing for 25+ years.

Annual ESB cost — Before vs. after solar

Without solar With solar
20252030203520402045
Spent without solar (25 yrs)
€83,200
Spent with solar (25 yrs)
€16,600
Net 25-year benefit · Wexford
€29k
of your money kept out of ESB's pocket and back in yours.
vs. doing nothing
+€29,175
SEAI grant
+€2,100
Services · Wexford

From quote to switch-on,
we handle everything in Wexford.

Three core services, one team, all SEAI-registered. We design, install, and monitor every Wexford system end-to-end.

Irish home with solar panels in Wexford
01 — FOR YOUR WEXFORD HOME

A team that does it all for you

You don't need to read spec sheets, chase grant forms, or argue with three different tradesmen. We're a single SEAI-registered crew that handles your survey, design, paperwork, install and aftercare in Wexford — all under one roof.

  • One project manager from day 1
  • SEAI grant filed for Wexford homes
  • Fixed-price quote — no surprise charges
  • Installed in a single day by our own staff
Solar engineer installing panels on a roof in Wexford
02 — AFTER YOU SWITCH ON

We're still around in year 10

Most installers disappear the day the scaffolding comes down. We don't. Every system we put in across Wexford is monitored remotely, serviced annually, and backed by a workmanship guarantee that's still valid a decade from now.

  • Live app monitoring — we spot issues before you do
  • Free annual health check on every install
  • 25-year panel + 10-year workmanship guarantee
  • Email replies within one working day
How it works · Wexford

From "I'm interested"
to switch-on in 4 weeks.

No hidden surprises, no last-minute price hikes. Every step is fixed, dated and confirmed in writing before we start your Wexford install.

YOU GET A QUOTE

Free quote in 60s

Use the calculator above or chat to a real human. We'll give you exact savings based on your Wexford home and bill.

Day 0
WE SURVEY

Free roof survey

An engineer visits your Wexford home to measure roof pitch, check shading, and design the optimal layout.

Day 3–7
WE FILE

SEAI grant + paperwork

We handle every form for you, including the Wexford County Council planning notice. Grant lands in 7–10 working days.

Day 10–20
WE INSTALL

Install in 1 day

Our own crews — never subbed-out. System commissioned, app set up, you start saving from day one.

Day 25–30
Recent Wexford installs

Real Wexford homes,
real numbers.

Three of our most recent installations in Wexford. Customer first names + Eircode prefix only (full address withheld for privacy). All systems are remote-monitored and the figures below are pulled from real performance data.

Aoife · Y21
3-bed semi · Wexford area · Installed Mar 2026
SEAI grant filed
System
4.0 kWp · 10 panels
Inverter
Sungrow 4kW hybrid
Annual gen.
3,710 kWh
Annual save
€1,167
Payback
6.8 yrs
Battery
No (added Year 2)

"Quote in the morning, scaffolding 3 weeks later, panels by 5pm the same day. ESB bill went from €210 to €70 a month within the first quarter."

Liam · Y25
4-bed detached · Wexford suburbs · Installed Feb 2026
+ 5 kWh battery
System
5.6 kWp · 14 panels
Inverter
SolaX 6kW hybrid
Annual gen.
5,194 kWh
Annual save
€1,751
Payback
6.3 yrs
EV charger
Yes (zappi)

"Wanted everything done at once — solar, battery, EV charger, ESB notification. They quoted fixed price and stuck to it. Two-year ROI on the EV-only piece alone."

Sinead · Y34
2-bed terrace · Wexford centre · Installed Jan 2026
SEAI grant filed
System
3.2 kWp · 8 panels
Inverter
GoodWe 3.6kW
Annual gen.
2,968 kWh
Annual save
€992
Payback
7.2 yrs
Roof type
Slate (period)

"I was nervous about putting panels on a slate roof — they're a 1920s terrace. They removed and replaced slates around the mounts cleanly. No leaks, no damage, the roof looks original."

SEAI Solar Electricity Grant · Wexford

€2,100 off your
Wexford install — filed for you.

The Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI) Solar Electricity Grant pays homeowners up to €2,100 towards solar PV. We file every application on behalf of Wexford customers — typical approval lands within 7–10 working days. We also coordinate the post-install BER assessment with a Wexford-based BER assessor.

  • Home built before 31 Dec 2020
  • Owner-occupier (not landlord)
  • Updated BER required post-install
  • Installed by SEAI-registered installer (us)
  • Electrical works certified by Safe Electric (RECI)
01

You request a quote

30-second form. Eircode-based generation forecast for your Wexford address.

Day 0
02

Free roof survey

Engineer visits your Wexford home, designs system, confirms eligibility.

Day 3–7
03

We file the SEAI grant

We submit through the SEAI portal with your survey + design + Eircode.

Day 8
04

Grant approved

SEAI confirms €2,100 grant offer — valid for 8 months.

Day 14–18
05

Install + commission

Single-day install in Wexford. Safe Electric cert issued same day.

Day 25–30
06

BER + grant payment

Post-install BER assessment. SEAI deposits €2,100 to your account.

Day 45–60
Why Solas Energy

Six reasons
Wexford families pick us.

We're not a national chain or a fly-by-night cowboy — we're a SEAI-registered Irish installer with our own crews, our own warranties, and a 4.9★ rating from 1,779+ reviews.

SEAI Registered

One of only 80 fully-registered installers nationwide. Your grant is guaranteed and we file it for you.

Tier-1 panels only

JA Solar, Longi, SunPower. Bloomberg-rated tier-1 — the same panels used on commercial farms.

Installed in 1 day

We arrive at 8am, scaffolding goes up, panels go on, and you're switching the system on by 5pm.

25-year warranty

Panels, inverter, and workmanship — all covered. If something fails, we fix it. No excuses.

0% finance available

Spread over 5 years with our partner credit union. Most Wexford homes' monthly payments are less than the savings.

Live app monitoring

See production, savings, and grid export in real-time. Spot a problem? We see it before you do.

Reviews · Wexford

1,779+ Irish families
chose us first.

2,140 reviews
★★★★★
4.9
847 reviews
★★★★★
4.9
★★★★★

"From quote to switch-on in 22 days. SEAI grant landed in the bank exactly when they said it would. Honest, professional, and the app is brilliant."

Ronan Murphy
4-bed detached · Douglas, Cork
−€2,640/yr
Saved
★★★★★

"Got three quotes — Solas Energy wasn't the cheapest but the engineer actually explained the numbers. Two years in and the system has paid back faster than expected."

Aoife Byrne
3-bed terrace · Salthill, Galway
−€1,720/yr
Saved
Roof types in Wexford

Every Wexford roof,
handled in-house.

Wexford has a mix of roofing styles — from period slate in Wexford to modern concrete tile in the suburbs. Each has its quirks. Here's how we install on each.

Natural slate

Common on pre-1950s Wexford homes, especially in Wexford centre. We carefully lift slates around mount points, install GSE in-roof or proprietary hooks, and replace slates with closed-cell flashing. No drilling through slate. Workmanship guarantee covers any leaks for 10 years.

+0 days · same-day install

Concrete tile

The most common roof type on 1970s–2010s Wexford estates. Standard Tegral, Sandtoft or Marley tiles. We use lift-and-flash mounts that preserve the existing roof membrane. Quickest to install (panels can go up in 4–6 hours on a 4 kWp). Manufacturer warranty unaffected.

+0 days · standard install

Natural clay tile

Found on premium Wexford new-builds and some Cork-style heritage homes. Slightly trickier than concrete — clay is more brittle. We use over-tile clamps with EPDM gasket. We carry replacement clay tiles in our van for any inevitable breakage during install.

+0 days · careful install

Flat felt / EPDM / TPO

Common on extensions, garages, and modern flat-roofed Wexford homes. We use ballasted (no-penetration) systems where possible — keeps your warranty intact. Pitched at 10–15° via aluminium frames for optimum Wexford latitude. Comes with extra wind-load calc.

+0 days · ballasted install

Trapezoidal metal

Standard on agricultural buildings and some modern Wexford eco-homes. Easiest of all roof types — we clamp directly to the metal ribs with rubber gaskets, zero penetration. We've installed many of these for Wexford farms claiming the 60% TAMS 3 grant for solar PV.

+0 days · fastest install

Asbestos cement (we won't)

Found on pre-1990 Wexford farm sheds and some industrial buildings. We don't drill into asbestos roofs — health and safety risk. Solution: replace the roof with metal or felt first (any roofer in Wexford), then we install. We can recommend trusted local roofers who handle asbestos disposal compliantly.

Roof replacement first
Wexford FAQ

Wexford questions,
Wexford answers.

Pulled from our own enquiries and from Google's People Also Ask box for Wexford solar.

A typical 4 kWp solar PV system on a 3-bed home in Wexford costs around €9,016 fully installed. A 6 kWp system on a 4-bed home runs €11,564–€13,500. After the €2,100 SEAI grant, the net cost in Wexford drops to €7,700–€9,464, fitting includes panels, inverter, scaffolding, electrical work and grant filing.
Based on Wexford's solar irradiation of 1090 kWh/m²/year (PVGIS data for 52.34°N, 6.46°W), a south-facing 4 kWp system in Wexford generates 3,710 kWh per year. The average Wexford household saves €1,167 annually on their ESB bill and pays back the full investment in 6.8 years. Add a battery and savings can climb 15–20% higher.
For most Wexford-area homes, yes. With ESB rates above €0.40/kWh, the SEAI grant at €2,100, and the Microgeneration Support Scheme paying ~€0.21/kWh for export, payback periods in Wexford are at historic lows of 6.8 years. Over the system's 25-year warranted life, a typical 4 kWp install nets the homeowner €29,175 versus doing nothing.
Yes, comfortably. Wexford actually sits in the top quartile of Irish counties for solar yield (1090 kWh/m²/year measured by the EU Joint Research Centre). Solar PV panels generate from diffuse light too, so even Wexford's typical overcast days produce 30–60% of peak output. We size every Wexford system using PVGIS data for your specific Eircode — not rough averages.
In almost all cases, no. Since SI 405/2022 (Planning and Development Regulations), solar PV on detached, semi-detached and terraced houses in Wexford is exempt from planning permission with no roof-area cap. Apartments still require planning, and protected structures or homes in Architectural Conservation Areas need approval from Wexford County Council. We confirm everything during the free survey.
Our Wexford crews complete a typical 8–12 panel install in a single working day. Scaffolding is up by 8am, panels and racking are mounted by midday, the inverter and ESB Networks notification are commissioned by 5pm. The full timeline from quote to switch-on averages 4 weeks: free roof survey within 7 days, SEAI grant filed within 14 days, install scheduled within 30 days.
Yes. Under Ireland's Microgeneration Support Scheme (MSS), every Wexford home connected to ESB Networks can export surplus electricity. Suppliers (Electric Ireland, Bord Gáis, SSE, Energia, Pinergy) pay a Clean Export Guarantee tariff of ~€0.20–€0.24/kWh in 2026. The first €400 of annual export income is tax-exempt under Finance Act 2024 — important if your Wexford home generates a surplus.
Wexford averages around 1145 bright-light hours per year, with peak generation between April and September. The south and east of Ireland are sunnier than the west, which makes Wexford particularly well-suited for solar. Met Éireann data confirms the trend has been stable for 30+ years, so generation forecasts are reliable.
For a typical 3-bed semi-detached in Wexford consuming 4,500–5,500 kWh/year, a 4 kWp system (10 panels at 400W each) is the sweet spot. It generates 3,710 kWh/year — covering 60–70% of household demand without battery and 80–90% with battery. Cost in Wexford: €9,016 before grant, €6,916 after. Larger 4-bed homes typically need 5–6 kWp.
A 4-bed detached in Wexford typically uses 6,000–7,500 kWh/year — especially if you have an EV or heat pump. We recommend a 5–6 kWp system with 13–15 panels, generating around 5,194 kWh/year locally. With battery storage (5–10 kWh), most Wexford 4-bed households cover 85–95% of their electricity. Total cost: €11,564–€13,500 before grant.
The SEAI Solar Electricity Grant pays €2,100 towards your install. We file the application for every Wexford customer — typical approval lands in 7–10 working days. Combined with Wexford's annual savings of €1,167 and the export tariff, payback on the net cost (€7,700) is 6.8 years. Your home must be built before 31 December 2020 and have an updated BER post-install.
Yes. We partner with several Irish credit unions and An Post's Personal Loan to offer 0% finance over 5 years for Wexford customers. On a typical €7,700 net install (after SEAI grant), the monthly payment is around €128, which is usually less than the monthly ESB savings. No deposit required, no early-repayment penalty. Finance is subject to credit assessment.
Yes, but at lower output. December–February in Wexford typically produces around 223 kWh per month from a 4 kWp system — roughly 18% of summer output. Panels actually run more efficiently in cold weather (their rated output drops with heat), so a sunny Wexford winter day can produce more than a cloudy August afternoon. Most Wexford systems generate around 12 percent of their annual output in winter and 65 percent from May to August.
Most Wexford homes have either slate, concrete tile, or natural tile roofs — all of which take solar PV without issue. Slate (common in older Wexford period homes) needs an experienced installer to lift slates carefully and use proprietary flashings — we handle this routinely. Trapezoidal metal, flat felt, and EPDM roofs also work fine. The only roof we won't install on is asbestos cement (banned since 1999, but still found on some pre-1990 Wexford properties).
Probably yes for most Wexford homes. Battery payback is strong here thanks to high day–night usage spread typical of Irish family homes. A 5 kWh battery typically adds €3,500–€4,500 to the install but boosts annual savings by €350–€550 by storing midday surplus for evening use. Payback on the battery alone is 8–10 years. Wexford homes with EVs, heat pumps, or evening usage spikes (kids home from school, peak ESB rates) benefit most.
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