BrightGridMCS is an important part of the UK renewable-energy installation landscape. Homeowners should understand what certification means and why installer credentials can matter when comparing solar quotations.
What is MCS?
MCS is a standards and certification scheme covering renewable and low-carbon technologies and installers. Certification is intended to provide confidence that participating installers meet relevant requirements.
Why does MCS matter to homeowners?
- Provides an additional installer quality framework
- Supports certain industry processes
- Can be relevant to eligibility for some schemes
- Provides confidence around documented installation standards
What should you check?
- Installer certification status
- Technology covered by the certification
- Installation documentation
- Warranty terms
- Electrical certification
- Grid notification or approval
Certification is not a substitute for due diligence
Even when an installer has relevant certification, compare the proposed equipment, design, warranties, reviews, installation scope and financial assumptions.
Choose a properly designed solar installation
Understand the installation, equipment and certification before making your decision.
Explore SolarFrequently asked questions
What is MCS certification?
MCS is a UK certification scheme covering renewable and low-carbon technologies and participating installers.
Do solar installers need MCS?
The relevance of MCS depends on the installation and scheme requirements. Homeowners should check the current requirements applicable to their project.
Does MCS guarantee a solar installer is good?
Certification provides a framework but should not replace checking the installer's experience, equipment, warranties and proposed design.
Sarah Kimani
Systems Designer at BrightGrid Energy
