Two ways to put solar on a roof.
Solar Panels or Solar Tiles?
Solar tiles, sometimes called in-roof or integrated solar, replace part of the roof covering. Conventional solar panels sit on rails above the existing tiles or slates. Both generate electricity from sunlight, but they differ in appearance, installation and long-term practicality.
Cozy Home Solutions installs roof-mounted panels. This page explains the differences honestly.
Appearance
Solar tiles sit flush with the roof, which some homeowners prefer on a new roof or sensitive building. Roof-mounted panels sit slightly above the covering. All-black panels, such as the DMEGC 465W All Black we install, are far less prominent than older silver-framed designs.
Installation
Integrated systems are usually installed when a roof is being built or re-covered, because they replace part of the covering. Roof-mounted panels can be fitted to an existing sound roof without replacing the covering, which is why they suit most existing homes.
Repairs and replacement
Panels on rails can be removed individually for roof repairs or replacement. Integrated systems form part of the weatherproofing, so repairs need more care.
Which suits your home
For a sound existing roof, roof-mounted panels are usually the practical choice. If you are planning a new roof, it is worth discussing the options. We assess your roof at the survey and recommend what suits it.
Why homeowners choose Cozy Home Solutions
Cozy Home Solutions Ltd is an MCS certified installer of solar panels, battery storage and home EV chargers, based at Unit 2, Old Station Yard, Watlington Road, Cowley, Oxford, and working with homeowners across England and Wales. We are registered with NAPIT, HIES and EPVS, and we are a Hometree partner.
Every installation starts with a free home survey and a written quotation. When the work is finished, your system is commissioned and handed over with its MCS certificate, the DNO notification and the manufacturer warranties registered in your name. Battery cover runs to 10 years, and the installation itself is protected by an insurance-backed guarantee.
- Free home survey before any proposal
- DMEGC solar panels, Fox ESS batteries and Fox ESS EV chargers
- MCS certificate, DNO notification and warranties in your name
- Call 0800 688 9666, Monday to Friday, 9:00 to 19:00
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between solar panels and solar tiles?
Solar tiles replace part of the roof covering, while solar panels sit on rails above the existing tiles or slates.
Do you install solar tiles?
We install roof-mounted solar panels, including DMEGC 465W All Black panels.
Can solar panels go on my existing roof?
Usually yes, if the roof is sound. Panels are fitted on rails without replacing the covering.
Are all-black panels less noticeable?
Yes. All-black panels are less prominent than silver-framed designs.
Which is easier to repair?
Panels on rails can be removed individually, which makes roof repairs more straightforward.