While we don't verify specific claims because reviewers' opinions are their own, we may label reviews as "Verified" when we can confirm a business interaction took place. Read more

To protect platform integrity, every review on our platform—verified or not—is screened by our 24/7 automated software. This technology is designed to identify and remove content that breaches our guidelines, including reviews that are not based on a genuine experience. We recognise we may not catch everything, and you can flag anything you think we may have missed. Read more

Review summary

Created with AI, based on recent reviews

Evaluating 37 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the company for its excellent service, highlighting the staff's professionalism, knowledge, and helpfulness. Many people appreciate the exceptional customer service, noting the team's responsiveness, clear communication, and caring approach throughout the process, from initial quotes to installation and after-sales support. However, some people were dissatisfied with the conduct of certain staff members, citing instances of rudeness, blocking driveways, and leaving rubbish. A few other people also felt that communication regarding scheduling and follow-ups could be improved, expressing concerns about the availability of key personnel for assistance.

What people talk about most

Service

Consumers find service to be positive, with many praising the professional and efficient installation of... See more

Staff

People report positive experiences with staff. Customers consistently praise the team for being professional,... See more

Customer service

Reviewers mention positive feedback about customer service. Customers consistently praise the team for being... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This review is for the servicing of our air source heat pump system: Use the Sun installed our system nearly fours years ago (December 2021) and we have been very fortunate that we have been allocate... See more

Company replied

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From start to finish the installation of my solar and air source heat pump has been amazing, from chatting to Eddie to Keeleigh to Adam & Scott doing the solar to James and Martin doing the ASHP,... See more

Company replied

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Firstly, I don't usually write reviews. So it had to be particularly good for me to comment. I had 20 panels fitted and two batteries, supplied and fitted by Use the Sun. All the staff from the qu... See more

Company replied

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Had a 12 panel system installed last week . Has been working perfectly since installation , the engineers keith Josh and Andy were very knowledgeable and very clean and tidy . The scaffold was erect... See more

Company replied


Company details

  1. Solar Energy Company

Information provided by various external sources

Specialising in Tesla Batteries, Air Source Heat Pumps, Solar PV and everything renewable. Our moto – we will never try and sell you something unless we know it will work for you (and we have negative feedback to prove it!) Call Use the Sun on 01268 727903 email us at sales@usethesun.co.uk or visit our website www.usethesun.co.uk – we look forward to hearing from you!


Contact info

4.8

Excellent

TrustScore 5 out of 5

164 reviews

5-star
4-star
3-star
2-star
1-star

Replied to 100% of negative reviews

Typically replies within 24 hours

How this company uses Trustpilot

See how their reviews and ratings are sourced, scored, and moderated.

Companies on Trustpilot aren't allowed to offer incentives or pay to hide reviews. Reviews are the opinions of individual users and not of Trustpilot. Read more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

I requested an annual service for my heat pump and a convenient time was agreed.
The engineer arrived on time and was both knowledgeable and communicative.
Would recommend both the engineer and the company

November 13, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Hi Mark, thank you for taking the time to post a review, always much appreciated. I am delighted our team maintained the highest standards and I have passed on your comments.

All the best

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service, really friendly and helpful staff, nothing too much trouble. Easy no fuss installation. All rubbish cleared away afterwards. Very competitive pricing as well, greta communication,Highly recommended

November 12, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Thank you, we do our very best and really appreciate you taking the time to acknowledge. All the best

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lovely Friendly company

Use the Sun installed my heat pump 7 years ago and was the best decision I made. This family run company is lovely as are all the staff. Yesterday Martin did my annual service once again. The service has usually been done by him or James are are excellent friendly engineers.
My only worry is the high cost for the service but I don’t want to risk problems.

October 21, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

That's very kind, thank you.

We have been running 16 years now and every customer from day 1 to today is important and we take pride in keeping their equipment in the best possible condition so that it will carry on working for many many years to come.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Air Source Heat Pump Annual Service

This review is for the servicing of our air source heat pump system:
Use the Sun installed our system nearly fours years ago (December 2021) and we have been very fortunate that we have been allocated James as our engineer for each annual service visit. He is friendly, professional and extremely knowledgeable. We are always confident that he will ensure that our system is running at an optimum level. We could not be happier with the service that James provides.

October 2, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Thank you Nicholas

James has printed your review and stuck it to his computer for all to see. Thank you for the review, we look forward to working with you for many years to come

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

This is a follow-up review for post…

This is a follow-up review for post sales/servicing.
I've just had my heat pump serviced. First element was booking the service, which was easy and the administrators very flexible. They kept good contact and know what they're doing. They offered to service the unit next day! I guess they had a cancellation, unfortunately I couldn't react that quick. A date was set which accommodated both our schedules.
I'd been in contact with engineer as well. Making the the whole process seamless. This was necessary as my exchange unit outside had a missing condensation kit (I've no idea why), which should have been installed from the beginning. The exchange unit sits on my patio, it produces a lot of condensation (H²O), which froze in winter. Causing an ice skating rink in my back garden.
The engineer turned up on time, and with the condensation kit. He's a likeable chap with years of experience in heating. He fitted the kit and did the service with minimal interaction from me. Always took his shoes off when popping in and out (which must have been uncomfortable up in the loft).
He was all finished after an hour or so, gave me some good advice on connecting the outflow for the condensation and was on his way.
Overall, a painless easy experience carried out by seasoned professionals, what more could you ask for?

October 2, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Thank you for your review

Annual servicing is a good idea and we work hard on making it as god an experience as it can be to encourage people carry out the service. It is always good to get feedback which shows we are on track

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Air source heat pump service

Use the Sun installed our heat pump in 2021. The experience was OK (4 star), but I have noticed since that the personnel have changed, and it's become better and fully professional.I would now give the full 5 stars.

September 18, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Thanks Paul, we are always working on improving the customer journey and really appreciate your review. I am now trying to find out who you are referring to so they can be rewarded, moving a 4 star review to 5 stars is significant and something we strive to do

All the best

Charles

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service from survey/quote to…

Fantastic service from survey/quote to install/handover of EV charger.
very quick and efficient service from knowledgeable staff across the board.

Definitely recommend!

September 13, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Thank you Jack. I have passed your review on to the team, they work hard, it makes everyone feel good to be appreciated. All the best

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic company

The service from Use The Sun has been impeccable.

Lee completed the survey and was extremely knowledgeable and broke it down clearly into what would happen and how etc.

Keeleigh in the office was great with passing me information and answering my many questions

Scott and Andy who did the install arrived promptly and got the work done extremely quickly and showed me the app and how it worked.

You have a great team and a credit to the company

Fantastic job and I would certainly recommend them to anyone and I look forward to free some electricity

August 18, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Thanks Matt. I have passed on your comments to all concerned. Getting a review like this really bolsters the spirits and on behalf of the team I would like to thank you for your kind words
Happy generating!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

They know their stuff and are good at what they do

I was in the market for both Solar and Heat pump installation. I had several quotes from the bigger suppliers without a single home survey. This company were recommended to be by my Electrician. He had been on site at the same time as Use the sun and was impressed by the quality of their work. From initial phone call to final installation, I have been impressed. I was offered lots of advice and guidance, but never felt that I was being pushed into buying something I never needed. The Horizontal cylinder in the loft and the associated pipe work is first class. The solar was up and working same day and I am glad I went with their advice for a bigger battery.

June 27, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Hi Andy - thank you for your kind words, they have been passed on, we are, as you said, a small company and work really hard and appreciate being appreciated.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Do you want to upset your neighbours

Do you want to upset your neighbours? Perhaps you don,t get on with them! If thats the case,then these cowboys will do a cracking job for you! They were working at next doors property,and blocked my drive. When asked to move it, i got a load of verbal.They threw rubbish in my garden,and were spitting all the time.Disgusting.I could go on,but i would be here all night

July 1, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Hi Trevor. I am so sorry. Could you please contact the office and let us know who your neighbour is so we can identify the operatives. There is no excuse for this and it really is not the sort of behaviour we are known for

If you can also let us know your address I will send someone down to clear the rubbish immediately

Again, please accept my apologies, this will be addressed!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great.

This post was originally a 1* due to a driver but since this review the business has got in contact with me within minutes of opening. The matter got dealt with within one phone call and the lady was very lovely and professional. The complain was taken very seriously to and they dealt with it quickly. I can’t comment on the work they offer but as a business they seem brilliant.

June 28, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Hi Jade
Thank you! We have had a chat with the driver and he apologises. His actions were not acceptable and thank you for bringing it to our notice
Wish you well
Charles

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

USE THE SUN A PROFESSIONAL SERVICE

If you want a professional and competitive service, use the sun should be your go to! from start to finish faultless installations. I would like to send my sincere thanks to Eddie and his Team.

May 20, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Hi Moe. Thank you for your review. It was a joy working with you. May the sun shine on your panels, all the best C

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

From enquiry to completion - perfect!

From enquiry to completion, my solar system was installed in a most efficient, professional and knowledgable way in under 2 weeks! Lauren & Keeleigh in the office were most helpful and efficient and the installers, Andy and Scott were tidy, fast and very careful to hide cables and take care with our property. The scaffolders were also fast. careful and professional. Price was very competitive and the system is already showing self sufficiency and even exporting back to grid. I have no hesitation recommending this company.

May 15, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Hi Andy, so many people named, thank you, I shall make sure they all know that they are appreciated. Many thanks for the review and happy generating

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I recently had a solar system installed…

I recently had a solar system installed and to say I was impress is an understatement. The installation was professional from start to finish. To Lauren R in the office, what can I say, she was an absolute dream to deal with. So friendly, a true professional and a credit to her team.

May 7, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Thank you Alex, it was a joy working with you and, yes, Lauren is rapidly becoming one of our customer service superstars

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Thank you Use The Sun…

I’d like to take a moment to recognize Lauren R for her outstanding efficiency and helpfulness in the office. She goes above and beyond and her kind nature makes it a pleasure to deal with her.

May 2, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Dear Michelle
Thank you for taking the time to write a review. As a team we really appreciate it, I have passed on your comments to Lauren who is very happy.
All the best

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic Service & great after sales !

Great service & competitive price. I have had solar panels installed at my home and then my office with UTS. A lot of companies are good at selling the system to you...but the after sales is also very important. UTS have great after sales. Had an issue with the app. Keeleigh from UTS Customer support dealt with the issue immediately and sorted everything out. So I would definitely recommend Use The Sun.

May 7, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Thank you, it is important to us that we never take our clients for granted and excel at every stage, I have sent Keeleigh your message, she is fantastic. Tank you

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A friendly family business that has…

A friendly family business that has serviced our panels for over a decade.
Reliable and trustworthy I cannot recommend this company highly enough.
A first class service!

April 7, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Thank you Lois, I have passed on your comments and my thanks to the team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service

Excellent, swift and friendly service.
Superb communication throughout from everyone, thank you so much.

April 7, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Thank you. God reviews mean a lot to the team who strive to do the best job possible. All the best

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Lucy totally sorted my problem

I spoke to Lucy about a problem I had as I had received a request from my FIT provider for a Schematic diagram of my Solar Installation. The original Installer had not provided me with a schematic drawing of the system and had ceased trading. I contacted Use the Sun as they had carried out remedial works for my insurer. Lucy was extremely helpful and went to trouble to sort out my issue.
Thank you very much Lucy!

April 2, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Thank you for your review, it was our pleasure

This does highlight the importance of using accredited firms for installation even though they maybe a tad more expensive. We were not the original installers, we were called in by HIES to carry out remedial works in their absence. Of course, to do so, we had to recreate paperwork that was missing, such as the schematic, and were very happy to share this with you when you needed it

Hopefully now all is up and working as it should and will continue to do so for very many years

All the best

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic service and great value

Fantastic service and great value. Would not hesitate to recommend to anyone.

March 30, 2025
Unprompted review
Use The Sun logo

Reply from Use The Sun

Thank you for your review, I have passed it on to the team. We strive to do the best we can and are delighted when it is appreciated - many thanks

The Trustpilot Experience

Anyone can write a Trustpilot review. People who write reviews have ownership to edit or delete them at any time, and they’ll be displayed as long as an account is active.

Companies can ask for reviews via automatic invitations. Labeled Verified, they’re about genuine experiences.

Learn more about other kinds of reviews.

We use dedicated people and clever technology to safeguard our platform. Find out how we combat fake reviews.

Learn about Trustpilot’s review process.

Here are 8 tips for writing great reviews.

Verification can help ensure real people are writing the reviews you read on Trustpilot.

Offering incentives for reviews or asking for them selectively can bias the TrustScore, which goes against our guidelines.

Take a closer look