Solar Panels & Batteries

Transform your property into a renewable energy powerhouse with professional solar panel and battery storage systems. At Blue Fox Energy and Electrical Services Ltd, we design and install complete solar solutions that dramatically reduce electricity bills, increase property values, and provide energy independence for decades to come.

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Why Choose Solar Panels?

Substantial Electricity Savings: Generate your own clean electricity and reduce bills by 50-90%, with typical annual savings of £400-800 for an average home.

Long-Term Investment: Solar panels typically pay for themselves within 8-12 years, then provide free electricity for 25+ years with comprehensive warranties.

Property Value Increase: Solar installations can increase property values by 4-14%, making them excellent investments for homeowners and landlords.

Environmental Benefits: Dramatically reduce your carbon footprint by generating clean, renewable electricity from sunlight.

Energy Independence: Reduce reliance on grid electricity and protect against rising energy costs with your own power generation.

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Battery Storage Benefits

Maximise Solar Savings: Store excess solar energy for use during evenings and cloudy days, increasing self-consumption from 30% to 70%+.

Backup Power Security: Maintain essential power during outages with advanced battery systems providing peace of mind.

Time-of-Use Optimisation: Store cheap off-peak electricity and use it during expensive peak hours, even without solar panels.

Grid Services Income: Earn additional revenue by providing grid balancing services through smart battery systems.

Future-Ready Technology: Prepare for electric vehicles and heat pumps with expandable battery storage capacity.

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Why Choose Blue Fox Energy and Electrical Services Ltd?

Energy Assessment Expertise: Our Energy Assessor, qualified since 2013, evaluates your property's solar potential and designs optimal systems for maximum savings.

Property Industry Experience: With 10 years in estate agency, we understand how solar installations affect property values, planning permissions, and market appeal.

TrustMark and NAPIT Accredited: Our comprehensive accreditations ensure all installations meet the highest standards with full warranties and insurance backing.

Complete Energy Solutions: Combine solar panels with insulation improvements, boiler upgrades, and energy certificates for comprehensive efficiency packages.

MCS Certification: All installations are MCS (Microgeneration Certification Scheme) certified, ensuring eligibility for government incentives and feed-in tariffs.

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System Design and Planning

Comprehensive Site Survey: Detailed assessment of roof condition, orientation, shading, and structural suitability for optimal system design.

Energy Usage Analysis: Evaluation of your electricity consumption patterns to size systems for maximum self-consumption and savings.

Planning Permission Guidance: Expert advice on planning requirements and permitted development rights for different property types.

Structural Assessment: Professional evaluation of roof loading capacity and any required structural modifications.

Electrical Integration: Assessment of existing electrical systems and any upgrades required for safe solar integration.

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Types of Solar Systems We Install

Grid-Tied Solar: Standard systems connected to the electricity grid, allowing export of excess energy and import when needed.

Solar with Battery Storage: Complete systems combining solar generation with battery storage for maximum energy independence.

Battery-Only Systems: Standalone battery installations for properties unable to install solar panels but wanting storage benefits.

Commercial Solar: Larger systems for businesses, farms, and commercial properties with enhanced monitoring and optimisation.

Retrofit Additions: Adding batteries to existing solar installations or expanding existing systems for increased capacity.

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Premium Components We Use

Tier 1 Solar Panels: High-efficiency panels from leading manufacturers with 25-year performance warranties and excellent degradation rates.

Advanced Inverters: Premium string inverters and power optimisers ensuring maximum energy harvest and system monitoring.

Lithium Battery Storage: State-of-the-art lithium-ion batteries with 10+ year warranties and thousands of charge cycles.

Smart Monitoring Systems: Real-time monitoring and optimisation systems allowing remote performance tracking and diagnostics.

Premium Mounting Systems: Robust mounting systems designed for UK weather conditions with comprehensive warranties.

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Installation Process

Free Design Consultation: Detailed site survey and system design with projected savings and return on investment calculations.

Planning and Permissions: Complete handling of planning applications, building regulations, and DNO (Distribution Network Operator) notifications.

Professional Installation: MCS certified installation by qualified electricians meeting all safety and performance standards.

System Commissioning: Complete testing, setup, and performance verification ensuring optimal operation from day one.

Documentation and Warranties: Full certification including MCS certificates, electrical certificates, and manufacturer warranties.

Monitoring Setup: Configuration of monitoring systems and user training for ongoing performance tracking.

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Government Incentives and Support

Smart Export Guarantee (SEG): Earn payments for excess electricity exported to the grid, typically 4-6p per kWh.

VAT Reduction: Qualifying solar and battery installations benefit from reduced VAT rates, increasing affordability.

Business Energy Incentives: Enhanced capital allowances and tax benefits available for commercial solar installations.

Local Authority Support: Some councils offer additional grants or planning support for renewable energy installations.

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Financial Benefits and Payback

Electricity Bill Reduction: Typical systems reduce electricity bills by 50-90%, with greater savings when combined with battery storage.

Export Income: Earn money by selling excess electricity back to the grid through the Smart Export Guarantee.

Property Value Increase: Solar installations typically add 4-14% to property values, providing immediate equity benefits.

Long-Term Savings: Over 25 years, typical systems save £15,000-25,000 in electricity costs and export income.

Inflation Protection: Generate your own electricity to protect against rising energy costs and price volatility.

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Maintenance and Monitoring

Minimal Maintenance: Solar systems require very little maintenance, typically just annual cleaning and visual inspections.

Comprehensive Monitoring: Real-time performance monitoring identifies any issues immediately for rapid resolution.

Extended Warranties: Industry-leading warranties covering panels (25 years), inverters (10-12 years), and batteries (10+ years).

Professional Support: Ongoing technical support and maintenance services to ensure optimal long-term performance.

Performance Guarantees: Guaranteed energy production levels with compensation if systems underperform.

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Combining with Other Energy Improvements

Maximise your energy efficiency and savings by combining solar panels with:

Loft and Cavity Wall Insulation: Reduce energy demand before generating renewable electricity for maximum impact.

Heat Pumps and Electric Heating: Power efficient heating systems with your own solar electricity for minimal running costs.

Electric Vehicle Charging: Use solar electricity to power electric vehicles, dramatically reducing transport costs.

Energy Performance Certificates: Improve EPC ratings with renewable energy generation and storage systems.

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Planning and Building Regulations

Permitted Development: Most residential solar installations qualify for permitted development rights, avoiding planning applications.

Conservation Areas: Specialist advice for installations in conservation areas and listed buildings with appropriate solutions.

Building Regulations: Complete compliance with electrical and structural building regulations for safe, compliant installations.

DNO Approval: Professional handling of Distribution Network Operator applications for grid connection permissions.

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Commercial and Agricultural Solar

Business Energy Solutions: Reduce operational costs with commercial solar systems designed for business energy patterns.

Agricultural Applications: Specialist solar solutions for farms including roof-mounted and ground-mounted systems.

Industrial Installations: Large-scale systems for manufacturing and industrial facilities with enhanced monitoring and optimisation.

Power Purchase Agreements: Flexible financing options including zero-capital solar installations for qualifying businesses.

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Future-Proofing Your Investment

Expandable Systems: Design systems that can be easily expanded as energy needs grow or technology advances.

EV Readiness: Prepare for electric vehicle adoption with adequate electrical capacity and smart charging integration.

Heat Pump Compatibility: Size systems to accommodate future heat pump installations for complete home electrification.

Smart Home Integration: Compatible with smart home systems and energy management technologies.

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Book Your Free Solar Assessment

Use our convenient booking calendar tool to schedule your free solar assessment and battery storage consultation. Our expert will evaluate your property's solar potential, design an optimal system, and provide detailed projections of savings and return on investment.

Contact Blue Fox Energy and Electrical Services Ltd today to discover how solar panels and battery storage can slash your electricity bills, increase your property value, and provide decades of clean, renewable energy.