Solar system cost examples
| System | Typical use | Price (AED) |
|---|---|---|
| 5kW residential | Villas typically 5-15kW | About 18,000 - 25,000, fully installed incl. ADDC approval, inverter, mounting and cabling |
| 20kW commercial | Shops, offices, small sites | 60,000 - 90,000, depending on panel brand, inverter and roof complexity |
Indicative. Warehouses and industrial sites typically need 50-500kW and are priced per project after a survey.
What changes the price
- SIZE
System size
Villas typically 5-15kW; warehouses and industrial sites 50-500kW.
- PANEL
Panel brand
Jinko Tiger Neo and LONGi Hi-MO X6 carry a 25-year product warranty and 30-year performance guarantee; Trina, JA Solar and Canadian Solar are also supplied.
- INV
Inverter and battery
Huawei Sun2000, SMA Sunny Boy, Sungrow and GoodWe inverters; Tesla Powerwall 3 and Huawei LUNA 2000 batteries.
- ROOF
Roof complexity
Mounting structure, roof type and access change installation effort.
Approvals and net metering
- ADDC
ADDC approval
ADDC (TAQA Distribution) reviews and approves the system and inspects it before commissioning. AADC applies in Al Ain.
- POLICY
Net metering position
Under the Department of Energy self-supply policy effective 5 February 2026, net metering is not permitted unless the Department explicitly authorises it. Ask for your system to be sized for self-consumption.
- PAYBACK
Payback
Depends on your consumption profile, system size and tariff. A written proposal shows the estimate for your site.
Approval comes first
A solar system in Abu Dhabi needs ADDC review and approval and an inspection before commissioning. Check the net metering position before you size the system. See the solar energy guide for Abu Dhabi and solar maintenance and cleaning AMC.
Why get your solar quote from Quicknet
- Published prices for a 5kW villa and a 20kW commercial system
- ADDC approval included in the residential price
- ADMCC approved; ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022 certified; since 2012
- Maintenance and cleaning AMC available
- Branches in Mussafah, Abu Dhabi and Al Ain; Dubai on a project basis
Get a solar quote
A free survey and a written proposal follow every enquiry.
- Property type
- Monthly electricity bill
- Roof type and area
- Emirate and area
- Battery wanted or not
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Solar System Cost in the UAE: FAQs
How much does a solar system cost in Abu Dhabi?
Quicknet publishes about AED 18,000-25,000 for a fully installed 5kW residential system including ADDC approval, inverter, mounting structure and cabling, and AED 60,000-90,000 for a 20kW commercial system.
What size solar system does a villa need?
Residential villas typically use 5-15kW. Your electricity bill and roof area decide the size; a survey gives a recommendation.
What affects the price most?
System size, panel brand, inverter specification, whether you add a battery, and roof complexity.
Is net metering available in Abu Dhabi?
Under the Department of Energy self-supply policy effective 5 February 2026, net metering is not permitted unless the Department explicitly authorises it. Size the system for your own consumption and ask for the position in writing.
Does the price include approval?
The residential price includes ADDC approval. ADDC reviews the system and inspects it before commissioning; AADC applies in Al Ain.
How long is the warranty?
Jinko Tiger Neo and LONGi Hi-MO X6 panels carry a 25-year product warranty and 30-year performance guarantee. Confirm inverter and battery warranty terms in your quote.