Techfor Energy Ltd

As you can see from other members reviews I can agree that I have no hesitation in recommending Glenn and his fine team. The advice and manner out shone any of the other companies that came around to give quotes. One stepped out of her car in high heels and my wife said I bet she doesn't go in the loft, sure enough she didn't. I had the system installed last September. I've been meaning to leave a review. Sorry it's taken a while, busy lives. Glenn was the only one that didn't break the MCS code of conduct, I know because I checked on what they had to do before they came around. They offered discounts if you signed there and then. Glenn carried out a detailed and thorough survey. Even took photos of the loft to refer to when needed. He was the only one to advise on sister trusses as using thick screws to secure the mounting brackets would weaken the rafters. He was concerned that the weight of the solar panels with weak rafters could fall off in high winds. Something to look out for when you are getting quotes. I had sister trusses put in and I can say the panels are still there even after 102mph winds were recorded on the 14th February, 6 miles away from my house. That's a category 2 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson scale. I wanted a 4kw system but could only get 15 panels on my roof which would have meant a maximum of 3.75kw as most panels are 250w per panel. Glenn advised he could now get a 260w panel which meant I could have a system at 3.9kw. I also had an Immersun fitted which no-one else mentioned or quoted for. It's a device that diverts solar electricity to your immersion heater to heat your hot water before the electric goes to the grid. Everything at the moment is running fine. I even said to Odette at the time of installation when is something going to go wrong? We all know things can go wrong from time to time, sometimes it can't be helped. Scaffolding turned up on time, installation team the same. Installed and no hiccups. All certificates done, FIT application filled in and sent off. No hassle. I've calculated that I have saved ÔøΩ450 off my energy bill in the first 6 months of installation. Well on target for ÔøΩ1000 if not more, very happy. If you are looking for a professional company with integrity that will give it to you straight, no lies just to make a fast buck and rip you off, then look no further than Techfor Energy. You won't be disappointed, I know I'm not.

As with other reviewers, I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Techfor Energy. The staff in every department that I had any contact with were very personable, highly efficient and extremely professional. They were always very happy to answer clearly and precisely all the questions I asked. Their quotation was extremely detailed and well laid out. They worked very hard to ensure that my installation would be completed and all necessary paperwork finished on the Friday as the new FIT rate was coming in on the following Tuesday. My installation was split over two locations and in three orientations. In the three weeks the system (3.7 KWp) has been in place, it has generated 300 KWh of energy. The minimum that has been generated in a day has been slightly over 3 KWh and the current maximum stands at 23 KWh. I would strongly suggest that you include Techfor as one of your 3 or more companies that you invite quotations from. You will then be able to see why all the reviews have been so positive.

As the summary below may go beyond your immediate requirements, I can happily recommend Glenn Ashby and his company Techfor Energy Ltd. for the following reasons: ÔøΩTechfor Energy sent their Technical Director out to carry out a comprehensive site survey. Not only was he the Technical Director, but also the owner of the business and was very knowledgeable and professional. The survey and Q&A session took the best part of 2.5 hours and included measurements of all trees likely to impact the arrays. ÔøΩTechfor was the only supplier to mention the Government grant for EV charging points ÔøΩTechfor was the only supplier to state the need for sister rafters ÔøΩTechfor was the only supplier to talk me through the G59 application requirements and manage the whole process I consider the system provided as value for money and would happily use Techfor Energy Ltd. again. Summary I selected several local companies using a combination of both Which Local and Checkatrade.com, I sent out emails requesting both advice and quotations. Techfor Energy Ltd. were the first to respond. I received a call from John Appleby from their sales team to discuss my requirements the very next morning. As soon as John called, I knew I was dealing with a knowledgeable individual and a professional company. John answered all my initial questions and subsequently arranged for a free technical survey to be undertaken. This was confirmed by email within the hour. Two days later, Techfor EnergyÔøΩs Technical Director Glenn Ashby arrived on schedule and carried out a thorough survey and shading analysis of the property, garden and surrounding buildings and vegetation. He thoroughly inspected the structure of the roof and confirmed that sister rafters would be required owing to the dimensions of the existing rafters. The data gathered and input to his tablet, combined with photographs taken, enabled Glenn to provide me with several options on the spot. Glenn spent another hour of so explaining the options with both honesty and clarity, assisted by a folder full of technical specifications and photographs. By the time he came to leave, I was quite confident as to the system specification I wanted and this was provided to the other companies in order to facilitate a like for like comparison. One or two days after the technical survey, I received a brief courtesy e-mail from the design team to keep you informed of progress and let me know that my design options were underway and later that same day I received detailed quotations for the design, installation and commissioning of both a 4kWp and an 8kWp solar PV system. The following week I received the other quotations (all subject to further survey) and by the time I calculated the additional charges for items omitted or to be upgraded, it was a simple choice. Techfor Energy would provide a system that would largely protect me from rising energy/fuel costs while providing a reasonable return on investment. Having placed my order with Techfor Energy for an 8kWp solar PV system, Techfor Energy got straight into seeking Distribution Network Operator (DNO) approval for the more powerful 8kWp system with a guideline of 20-30 working days for the green light to proceed. A month later, I received confirmation that DNO approval had been granted and we agreed on a preferred date for installation. With a great crew on board, the installation took two days following the erection of the scaffolding. Everything went to plan and the work was carried out neatly and with minimum disruption. The scaffolding was removed the following week just in case there may have been any equipment failures during the first few days necessitating any replacement. The day after commissioning, an Energy Performance survey was carried out and the certificate registered online, the certificate being required to qualify for the higher FIT tariff payments. The Techfor Energy team were then able to fill in the relevant information on my feed in tariff application form so that I could complete it and send it off to my energy supplier for registration. The following day, I received the ÔøΩSolar PV Info PackÔøΩ from Tom and the admin team, comprising all the system schematics and technical information as well as operating instructions, certificates and warranty documentation. I can therefore happily recommend Glenn Ashby and his company Techfor Energy Ltd.

From first contact to completed installation all work was carried out in a thorough and professional way. Everything went like clockwork. Terrific bunch of guys worked their socks off to complete a large installation in just two days. I am very pleased with design, the quality of the components, and the power generation from the finished PV installation. Will certainly recommend.

I found Techfor very competent, prompt, courteous and well informed. The price was better than another quote, and any questions were answered quickly and fully. I am happy to recommend them.

I would definitely use Techfor energy again. Glen thoroughly surveyed the project to start with answering all our questions clearly and honestly. it was a big undertaking for us, involving a number of different aspects, but there was no need to worry the whole project was handled with friendly efficiency and absolute professional excellence. Thanks to Techfor Energy and there expert advice our house not only uses the energy it produces much more efficiently but brings us a return. We still can hardly believe it the experience has improved our standard of living in many ways. some we didn't expect. As for the cost. It has been more than worth every penny. Happy 2014 to Techfor Energy and many many thanks.

From the initial contact with Company, through to survey, quotation and installation, the service and professionalism was exemplary. There was no hard sell, a number of options were explained and discussed with a 7.2 KWp system being selected. The work was carried out neatly, on time with minimum disruption. The installation crew were friendly and polite. Overall, highly recommended.

Having suffered a hard-sell introduction to the possibility of installing PV Panels, we had a much better second quote, and finally we contacted Techfor Energy Ltd. What a contrast. When Glenn Ashby arrived to do the first survey, it was evident that we were dealing with a highly competent and honest professional, with a meticulous analysis of the situation to find the best solution. On GlennÍs advice, an Energy Performance survey was carried out, and the EPC received. He carried out a second detailed visit, and the Techfor Design team then worked very hard to overcome the shading problems caused by a loft conversion/extension, and arrive at a proposal that was both technically sound and financially viable. The installation proceeded smoothly to plan, with Barry, Paul and Wojciech doing a fantastic job, working non-stop all day under bitterly cold conditions, and regular snow flurries. Odette in the office was extremely efficient and gave us all the support we needed with the paperwork and arrangements. The whole Techfor team were a pleasure to work with.

I chose to talk to this company because of the high recommendations that they have already received from other Which Local contributors, and I was not disappointed. Although I am not yet in a position to proceed with a solar installation, because my property will not qualify for the higher rate subsidies, I would definitely not go anywhere else as their advice was top quality.

First rate service from planning through obtaining consent and installation. The team thoroughly explained the options giving quite a wide range and then installed in a day. They are in touch with the latest technology (micro-invertors etc) and worked out the most effective solution. They may not be the cheapest but provide a comprehensive guarantee which we had to use when a tile fell off shortly after installation and smashed into a lower roof. Thoroughly recommended.