MCS Certified Solar Installer Manchester
Manchester Renewables is a fully MCS-certified solar installer, meaning every system we design and install meets the highest standards set by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme. MCS certification is not just a badge — it is a requirement for accessing government incentives including the Smart Export Guarantee.
Choosing an MCS-certified installer protects your investment. It guarantees that your system has been designed, installed, and commissioned by qualified professionals following strict industry standards, and that you have access to a formal complaints procedure if anything goes wrong.
What Is Included?
MCS-Compliant Design
Every system is designed using MCS-approved software to ensure accurate yield predictions and correct component sizing.
Certified Installation
Our installers are trained and assessed to MCS standards, with ongoing competency checks and CPD requirements.
MCS Certificate
You receive an official MCS certificate upon completion — this is your proof of compliance and is required for SEG registration.
Consumer Protection
MCS-certified installations come with insurance-backed warranties and access to the MCS consumer code and complaints process.
DNO Notification
We handle the required notification to your local Distribution Network Operator (DNO) as part of every installation.
Smart Export Guarantee: Requires MCS Certification
To receive payments for electricity you export to the grid, your installation must be MCS-certified. Without it, you cannot register with any SEG-licensed supplier.
Why It Matters
- MCS certification is required to receive Smart Export Guarantee payments from energy suppliers
- Only MCS-certified installations qualify for certain local authority and government grant schemes
- MCS standards ensure your system is safe, efficient, and correctly sized for your property
- Insurance-backed warranties protect you even if the installation company ceases trading
Cost Guidance
There is no additional cost for MCS certification — it is included as standard with every Manchester Renewables installation. Beware of installers who are not MCS-certified, as you will not be eligible for SEG payments and may have no formal consumer protection.