Helping Wills Estate find the right solar setup

Investing in solar is a big decision, especially when you’re running a working estate with multiple buildings and varying energy needs.

With different installers offering different systems, costs and promises, it’s not always clear what’s right for your business.

That was the challenge Wills Estate faced when they received several solar quotes but weren’t sure which one, if any, was a good fit.

The situation

Wills Estate wanted to reduce energy costs and improve sustainability across their Home Farm and Lodge Farm sites. But the quotes they’d received were inconsistent: different system sizes, different kit, and no way to know which would deliver the best return.

How we helped

CLA Energy Services, powered by Troo, reviewed the quotes but couldn’t confidently recommend any of them. Instead, we arranged a visit from one of our approved and vetted installers.

We gathered meter details and energy usage for each building to fully understand the estate’s needs. From there, we matched them with a solar system that fit their usage and budget, designed to maximise return on investment.

The outcome

Wills Estate now has solar panels installed across both sites. The system is delivering:

• Around £36,000 in energy savings and export payments in the first year
• A return on investment in under 6 years
• Over 55,000kg in carbon savings each year
• More than £1 million in estimated long-term benefit

In their words

“CLA Energy Services took the time to understand what we needed and gave us confidence in the whole process. The installer they recommended was professional and reliable, and the system we’ve ended up with is a great fit for the estate. We’re really pleased with the outcome.” – Hamish Gairdner

How we can help

If you're exploring solar or you’ve already had quotes and want a second opinion, we can help you figure out what’s right for your estate.

We’ll take the time to understand what you need, explain the options, and connect you with installers we trust to do the job properly.

Get in touch for a free energy assessment on 0808 164 2222 or email hello@troocost.com