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Connect Electric

Which? Trusted Trader with over 15 years in solar and 25 years in electrical contracting across Manchester

Manchester, UK
5 (30 reviews)
Verified
Residential

17+

Years in Business

30

Customer Reviews

40 km

Service Area

2-10

Employees

SurgePV Score

8.5 / 10
Customer Reviews
100%
Certifications
90%
Experience
100%
Services Range
75%
Warranty Coverage
60%
Online Presence
50%

About Connect Electric

Connect Electric is a long-established electrical contractor and solar panel installer based at 368 Bury New Road, Whitefield, Manchester M45 7SY. With over 15 years of experience in solar energy and more than 25 years in electrical contracting, the company brings deep technical knowledge to every residential solar project across Greater Manchester. Connect Electric operates the solarpanelsmanchester.com website alongside its main connectelectric.co.uk site.

The company holds MCS certification, NAPIT approval, and TrustMark registration, and is a Which? Trusted Trader with a maximum 5-star rating. All solar panel systems supplied and installed by Connect Electric meet the requirements of the Microgeneration Certification Scheme, qualifying customers for the Smart Export Guarantee. Beyond new installations, the company specialises in solar panel repairs, fault finding, inverter replacement, and system upgrades for older installations.

Connect Electric provides a full end-to-end service covering solar PV installation, battery storage, maintenance, and ongoing system monitoring. The company’s long history in electrical contracting gives it a strong foundation for diagnosing and resolving complex system issues that newer solar-only companies may struggle with. Based in Whitefield, they cover Bury, Prestwich, Radcliffe, Salford, and the wider Manchester area.

Service Area

Connect Electric serves the following areas within a 40 km radius:

ManchesterWhitefieldBuryPrestwichRadcliffeSalford

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Services Offered

Solar Installation
Battery Storage
Maintenance

Certifications & Accreditations

MCS NAPIT TrustMark

Warranty Coverage

Panel Warranty

25 years

Inverter Warranty

10 years

Installation Warranty

10 years

What to Expect: Solar Installation Process

1

Initial Consultation

Free site survey and system design

2

Quote & Design

Detailed proposal with costs and savings

3

Installation

Panels, inverter, and wiring (1-3 days)

4

Inspection

Building control sign-off and DNO notification

5

Go Live

System commissioning and handover

Customer Reviews

5

30 reviews

Verified Customer

25 September 2025
Verified Customer

Connect Electric installed our solar panel system quickly and professionally. The team were knowledgeable and took the time to explain how everything worked. Very impressed with the quality of workmanship.

Verified Customer

10 July 2025
Verified Customer

Excellent service from start to finish. As a Which? Trusted Trader they lived up to the accreditation. The installation was completed on time with no mess left behind.

Verified Customer

15 April 2025
Verified Customer

Had my solar panels repaired and upgraded by Connect Electric after another company failed to fix the issue. They diagnosed the fault quickly and had everything running perfectly within a day.

Frequently Asked Questions About Connect Electric

What services does Connect Electric offer?

Connect Electric offers Solar Installation, Battery Storage, Maintenance.

Is Connect Electric MCS certified?

Yes, Connect Electric is MCS certified and also holds NAPIT, TrustMark certifications. MCS certification means they meet industry standards for solar panel installation in the UK.

What areas does Connect Electric serve?

Connect Electric serves Manchester, Whitefield, Bury, Prestwich, Radcliffe, Salford. They are based in Manchester with a service radius of 40 km.

What warranty does Connect Electric offer?

Connect Electric offers 25-year panel warranty, 10-year inverter warranty, and 10-year installation/workmanship warranty.

How are Connect Electric's customer reviews?

Connect Electric has a 5/5 rating based on 30 customer reviews. Customers consistently rate them highly.

How long has Connect Electric been in business?

Connect Electric was founded in 2009 and has been in business for 17 years. They are one of the more experienced solar installers in their area.

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