When most people think of solar, they picture panels bolted on top of a roof. But solar has evolved — and for housing providers, developers, and homeowners, solar roof tiles open up new possibilities in cost, compliance, and design.
At Solar Capture Technologies, our Composite Solar Roof Tile is designed and manufactured in the UK to do more than generate clean power. It replaces traditional roofing materials entirely — meaning you get both a roof covering and a solar energy system in one product.
- Dual Purpose: Roof + Solar in One
Standard panels are fixed on top of an existing roof. Our solar roof tile is different: it becomes part of the roof itself.
- Cost efficiency: Fewer trades on site, less scaffolding, and faster build programmes.
- Practicality: Developers save on both roofing and solar installation costs.
- Tenant benefit: Lower bills, without additional disruption.
- Faster, Simpler Installation
Contractors and installers have told us how much easier our tiles are to work with compared to in-roof systems.
- Lightweight design makes them roofer-friendly.
- Straightforward installation keeps projects on schedule.
- Fewer parts, fewer headaches compared with flashing kits and complex mounting systems.
- Compliance Built In
Meeting building regulations and NHBC requirements can be a challenge with standard PV. Our solar tiles are fully tested and certified to UK and international standards:
- BROOF (t4) fire rating — the highest available, covering the whole roof surface.
- MCS 005 and MCS 012 certified, ensuring quality and eligibility for government-backed schemes.
- BBA certified, recognised by developers and insurers.
This level of compliance gives peace of mind for housing associations, developers, and homeowners alike.
- Maximising Roof Space & Energy Yield
Because of fire regulation borders, standard solar panels can’t always cover the full roof area. With BROOF (t4) certification, our tiles can be used edge-to-edge — helping developers and landlords generate up to 55% more energy from the same roof space.
For tenants, that means lower energy bills. For housing providers, it means improved EPC ratings and compliance with decarbonisation targets.
- Built to Last, Backed in the UK
Our solar roof tiles are:
- Designed for the lifetime of a roof (15-year product warranty, 25-year electrical warranty).
- Manufactured in Northumberland, supporting UK jobs and local supply chains.
- Backed by ISO-certified processes (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001).
Unlike imported panels, you get local support and traceability — from design to installation.
The Bottom Line
Solar roof tiles aren’t just a different shape — they’re a different way of thinking about how we build and power homes.
For housing associations, developers, and homeowners, they mean:
✅ Lower long-term costs
✅ Faster installation with fewer trades
✅ Safer, compliant housing stock
✅ More energy generated from the same space
Our Composite Solar Roof Tile is proving that solar can be both innovative and practical — made in Britain, designed for the future.
👉 Learn more about our Composite Solar Roof Tile or contact us at enquiries@solarcapturetechnologies.com