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Sustainable Energy Engineering

Which? Trusted Trader and MCS-accredited solar installer in the North East since 2006, voted best in the North by The Independent

Newcastle, UK
4.9 (300 reviews)
Verified
Residential Commercial

20+

Years in Business

300

Customer Reviews

80 km

Service Area

SurgePV Score

9 / 10
Customer Reviews
98%
Certifications
100%
Experience
100%
Services Range
90%
Warranty Coverage
70%
Online Presence
50%

About Sustainable Energy Engineering

Sustainable Energy Engineering is a family-run solar installer based at Unit 11 Whitworth Road, Armstrong Industrial Estate in Washington, Tyne and Wear. Founded in 2006 by husband-and-wife team Stephen and Haley Fairless, the company has been installing solar energy systems across the North East for nearly two decades. They hold MCS, RECC, TrustMark, and Which? Trusted Trader accreditations.

The company was voted the best solar installer in the North by The Independent and has built a reputation with hundreds of five-star reviews spanning their entire operating history. Sustainable Energy Engineering installs solar PV systems, battery storage, EV chargers, and solar thermal systems for both domestic and commercial properties. Their in-house team handles the full process from survey and design through to installation and aftercare.

Sustainable Energy Engineering serves customers across Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead, Durham, Northumberland, and the wider North East region. As an MCS and RECC-accredited installer, their systems qualify for the Smart Export Guarantee and 0% VAT on domestic solar. The company also offers finance options to spread the cost of installations.

Service Area

Sustainable Energy Engineering serves the following areas within a 80 km radius:

Newcastle upon TyneSunderlandGatesheadDurhamNorthumberlandWashington

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Services Offered

Solar Installation
Battery Storage
EV Charging
Maintenance

Certifications & Accreditations

MCS RECC TrustMark Which? Trusted Traders

Warranty Coverage

Panel Warranty

25 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

4.9

300 reviews

Newcastle Homeowner

12 November 2025
Verified Customer

Excellent, fast and efficient service with an accurate and clear quotation process. The installation team were clean, tidy, and professional throughout.

Sunderland Customer

20 September 2025
Verified Customer

From the initial enquiry to the completed installation, the service was outstanding. Stephen and the team clearly care about quality and customer satisfaction.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sustainable Energy Engineering

What services does Sustainable Energy Engineering offer?

Sustainable Energy Engineering offers Solar Installation, Battery Storage, EV Charging, Maintenance.

Is Sustainable Energy Engineering MCS certified?

Yes, Sustainable Energy Engineering is MCS certified and also holds RECC, TrustMark, Which? Trusted Traders certifications. MCS certification means they meet industry standards for solar panel installation in the UK.

What areas does Sustainable Energy Engineering serve?

Sustainable Energy Engineering serves Newcastle upon Tyne, Sunderland, Gateshead, Durham, Northumberland, Washington. They are based in Newcastle with a service radius of 80 km.

What warranty does Sustainable Energy Engineering offer?

Sustainable Energy Engineering offers 25-year panel warranty, and 10-year installation/workmanship warranty.

How are Sustainable Energy Engineering's customer reviews?

Sustainable Energy Engineering has a 4.9/5 rating based on 300 customer reviews. Customers consistently rate them highly.

How long has Sustainable Energy Engineering been in business?

Sustainable Energy Engineering was founded in 2006 and has been in business for 20 years. They are one of the more experienced solar installers in their area.

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