Rooftop Solar Installation — Turkey

Professional rooftop PV systems for homes and businesses across all 81 Turkish provinces. Tier-1 equipment, TEDAŞ authorised, full EPC.

Rooftop solar panel installation

Rooftop Solar Across Turkey

Turkey's 81 provinces all benefit from excellent solar irradiance — ranging from 1,300 kWh/m²/year in the Black Sea north to 1,700+ kWh/m²/year in the Mediterranean south. Wherever your property is located in Turkey, a rooftop solar system will deliver a compelling return on investment. Our nationwide installer network means we can complete surveys and installations in every major city within 2–5 working days of your enquiry.

We install on flat concrete roofs (ballasted mounting, no penetration), pitched tile roofs (aluminium rail on roof hooks), metal industrial roofs (direct clamp mounting) and standing seam roofs. We carry out structural assessments before every installation.

How It Works

Solar panels generate DC electricity from sunlight. A string inverter (or micro-inverter per panel) converts this to 230V or 400V AC for your building's electrical circuits. Surplus electricity flows to the national grid via TEDAŞ bidirectional meter, earning you net-metering credits. With a hybrid inverter and battery, surplus charges your battery bank instead — for use at night or during power cuts.

Advantages of Rooftop Solar in Turkey

  • Turkey has some of Europe's highest solar irradiance — 1,300–1,700 kWh/m²/yr across different regions
  • Electricity prices have risen 300%+ in 3 years — solar is the hedge
  • Net metering credits offset your bill — surplus doesn't go to waste
  • 5–7 year payback in most Turkish regions, 3–4 years in Mediterranean south
  • 25–30 year panel warranty — decades of free electricity after payback
  • Increases property value
  • Zero noise, zero moving parts, minimal maintenance
  • Real-time monitoring via inverter app

Technical Specifications

ParameterSpecification
Panel TypeMonocrystalline PERC / TOPCon N-type
Panel Power450–600 Wp
Panel Efficiency21–23%
Inverter TypeString / Hybrid / Micro
Inverter BrandsHuawei SUN2000, Fronius Symo, SMA
Panel BrandsJinko Tiger Neo, LONGi Hi-MO, Canadian Solar
MountingAluminium rail system (flat/pitched/metal)
MonitoringWi-Fi cloud monitoring (FusionSolar / Solar.web)
Panel Warranty25–30 years performance, 12 years product
Workmanship Warranty5 years

Regional Pricing (2026)

System SizeTypical Cost (₺)Annual Yield (kWh)Annual Saving (₺)
5 kWp On-grid₺70,000–₺85,0007,750₺27,125
10 kWp On-grid₺130,000–₺160,00015,500₺54,250
20 kWp On-grid₺250,000–₺290,00031,000₺108,500
50 kWp Commercial₺580,000–₺650,00077,500₺325,500

Rooftop Solar FAQs

How much does rooftop solar cost in Turkey?

Approximately ₺12,000–₺14,000 per kWp all-in. A 10 kWp system costs ₺140,000–₺170,000 including all components, labour, TEDAŞ application and commissioning. We provide fully itemised quotes with no hidden costs.

Do I need a permit for rooftop solar in Turkey?

Yes — a TEDAŞ grid connection application is required for systems over 1 kWp. In conservation areas or for certain structural works, a building permit from the local municipality may also be required. We manage all permits on your behalf.

Can you install solar anywhere in Turkey?

Yes. We have a nationwide installer network covering all 81 Turkish provinces. Our project management team coordinates local teams from our Antalya headquarters, ensuring the same quality standards regardless of location.

How long does installation take?

Physical installation takes 1–3 days for residential systems and 3–10 days for commercial. The complete process from enquiry to grid-connected system takes 4–8 weeks including TEDAŞ approval.

What is the best inverter for Turkey?

For residential systems we recommend Huawei SUN2000 (excellent app monitoring, built-in optimizer compatibility) or Fronius Primo/Symo (European quality, excellent warranty support). For hybrid systems, Huawei SUN2000-Hybrid or Fronius GEN24 are our top picks. All are suitable for Turkish grid standards.

Get a Rooftop Solar Quote for Your Turkish Property

Free consultation and site survey anywhere in Turkey. On-grid, hybrid or off-grid — we'll design the perfect system.

Detailed Financial Analysis: Rooftop Solar ROI in Turkey

Turkey's electricity prices have risen by an average of 45% per year over the past five years, making rooftop solar one of the highest-return investments available. In Antalya and the surrounding region, a correctly sized system typically pays back within 2.5–4 years — a return profile that outperforms most conventional asset classes. The combination of high solar irradiance and rising grid tariffs means that every year of delay costs you in both foregone savings and missed compounding.

System Size Investment Annual Saving Payback 25-Year Saving
5 kWp — Small Home₺75,000₺27,0002.8 yrs₺675,000
10 kWp — Home / Office₺135,000₺52,0002.6 yrs₺1,300,000
50 kWp — Commercial₺560,000₺215,0002.6 yrs₺5,375,000
200 kWp — Industrial / Hotel₺2,000,000₺860,0002.3 yrs₺21,500,000

* Based on ₺3.50/kWh tariff, 15% annual tariff increase, 1,550 kWh/kWp Antalya yield.

Antalya's Solar Advantage: Why This Region Outperforms

Antalya receives 2,956–3,060 sunshine hours per year — roughly double northern Europe and 30% more than Istanbul. The GEPA solar atlas puts Antalya's annual global horizontal irradiance at 1,971 kWh/m², giving installed systems a specific yield of 1,480–1,620 kWh per kWp annually. This means a 10 kWp system generates approximately 15,000–16,200 kWh per year, completely offsetting the average household's consumption.

Net Metering: Turkey's Net Meter Scheme Explained

Turkey's EMRA (Energy Market Regulatory Authority) mandated net metering for all grid-connected prosumers in 2019. Under this scheme, surplus generation flows to the grid and is credited against future consumption on a 1:1 kWh basis. The credit is valid for 10 years from installation. Important details:

Choosing the Right Technology

Panel quality varies enormously. Tier-1 (Bloomberg/PVEL classification) manufacturers carry sufficient financial strength to honour 25-year guarantees — lower-tier manufacturers may not. We exclusively install Tier-1 modules: LONGi Hi-MO6, JA Solar DeepBlue, Canadian Solar HiKu, and Jinko Tiger Neo. On the inverter side, Huawei SUN2000, SolarEdge HD-Wave, and Fronius Symo deliver proven 10–20 year field histories.

Mounting Systems: No Roof Left Behind

Every roof type has an engineered solution. Ballasted systems for flat roofs require zero penetrations. Hook mounts for tiled roofs are installed without removing tiles. T-bolt systems attach directly to trapezoidal steel without drilling. All systems meet IEC 61215 and local wind-load calculations for Antalya's coastal conditions.

Maintenance Over the System Lifetime

With no moving parts, solar systems demand minimal upkeep. A twice-yearly panel clean, periodic inverter health check, and remote monitoring platform (included with Huawei and SolarEdge systems) is essentially all that is required. Our IoT monitoring detects underperforming strings or individual panel faults in real time — often before the owner notices.

Environmental Impact

A 10 kWp rooftop system prevents approximately 350 tonnes of CO₂ over its 25-year life — equivalent to planting 175 trees annually. For hotels and businesses with ESG commitments or supply-chain sustainability requirements, rooftop solar provides measurable, verifiable carbon reduction that satisfies both regulatory and customer-facing sustainability goals.