Commercial Solar Installation by Advanced Solar Solutions Transition to New UK Roofing Standards and Their Impact on Solar Installations In August 2014, the United Kingdom updated its roofing standards with the release of BS 5534:2014. This marked a significant shift in the industry, as the previous version was withdrawn in February 2015, allowing for a transitional period to complete ongoing projects. While building regulations do not explicitly mandate compliance with BS 5534, most tile and slate manufacturers align their installation guidelines with this standard. Moreover, architects and designers frequently reference it in their project specifications, and insurance warranty providers, such as NHBC, require adherence to the standard (as outlined in section 7 of the NHBC technical document). Consequently, the majority of new roofs in the UK now conform to BS 5534, which has implications for the installation of solar panels on these roofs. Enhanced Underlay Fixing Underlay plays