VAT rates for Solar Thermal

There are a number of different rates of VAT that apply:

0% for a new build domestic project. (where no property existed before).

5% when doing a domestic repair which includes replacing the panel.

5% for fitting a new system on an existing house when working for the house owner directly.

20% when working for a builder or developer.

20% when doing a domestic repair which does not include replacing the panel.