Aberdeen housing and roofs
Grey granite terraces, tenements and villas define much of the city, from Rosemount and the West End to Old Aberdeen. Their roofs are typically steep slate, often with dormer windows and chimney stacks. Post-war housing and the newer estates on the edges of the city tend to have plainer roofs that leave more room for panels.
Parking and EV chargers
Granite terraces in the centre often have on-street parking only, while suburban homes and newer estates usually have a driveway or garage. Granite is hard to drill, so the surveyor plans the charger position and cable route carefully.
Planning, weather and network
Aberdeen has many conservation areas and listed buildings, especially around the West End and Old Aberdeen, where panels may need permission. The North Sea coast brings strong winds, so mounting is specified for exposure. Long summer days help generation, and the battery and an overnight tariff carry more of the load through short winter days. Your network operator is SSEN.
Next steps in Aberdeen
Send your details using the form below and we will call to arrange a survey at your Aberdeen address. We install through MCS-certified partners, and SSEN is notified about your system as part of the job.
Reviewed by the Scottish Energy Efficiency team. Last updated: 28 October 2026.