Power Your Home with Free Energy from the Sun

With Solar PV, Irish homeowners can slash electricity bills, reduce dependence on the grid, and avail of export payments — all while boosting home value.

Since 2011, BlueBuild has completed thousands of solar installations across Ireland and Northern Ireland.

What is Solar PV?

Solar PV (Photovoltaic) systems convert daylight into electricity, helping you power your home using clean, renewable energy — even on cloudy Irish days.

The result: lower bills, increased energy independence, and long-term home sustainability.

Why choose Solar PV?

Cut Bills
instantly with solar energy
Power Home
with clean, renewable electricity
Lower Emissions
and live a greener life
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Is My Home Suitable?

Most Irish homes are ideal candidates for solar PV. Your property is likely suitable if it has:

  • A pitched or flat roof with sunlight exposure
  • Minimal shading (trees, chimneys, etc.)
  • Available roof space (typically 15–25m2 for 2–6kW)
  • Daytime energy usage (home during daylight = more benefit)

We’ll assess roof orientation, shading, and electrical load during your free solar survey.

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Typical Solar PV System

System Size No. of Panels Est. Annual Output Savings per Year

*Savings estimates exclude any battery or optional system enhancements.

System Size No. of Panels Est. Annual Output
2kW 5–6 panels ~1,800 kWh
4kW 10–12 panels ~3,600 kWh
6kW 15–18 panels ~5,400 kWh
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How Solar PV Installation Works

Getting solar panels installed on your home is straightforward and low-disruption:

We assess your roof, orientation, and energy needs to design the right system
Panels are safely mounted on your roof using secure brackets
Inverters and wiring are installed to connect the system to your home electricity
The system is tested, commissioned, and optimised for maximum performance
We explain how to monitor your energy production and manage your savings

Most installations are completed within 1–3 days, giving you clean, renewable electricity and lower energy bills — often from the very first day.

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Enhance Your Solar System

Battery Storage (store daytime energy for night-time use)
Smart Diverters (heat water using surplus energy)
EV Chargers (fuel your electric car for free!)
Monitoring App (track usage and performance in real time)
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Northern Ireland Grants for Solar PV

Solar PV is one of the most effective ways to cut electricity bills and take control of your energy.

Even without domestic grants in Northern Ireland, there are strong financial incentives:

  • 0% VAT on domestic solar installations (available until March 2027)
  • Microgeneration export payments– earn payments for excess electricity exported to the grid
  • Available on all MCS-certified systems
  • Typical export rates: 3–15p per kWh, depending on your supplier

✅ Self-funded installations still deliver strong returns:

  • Lower energy bills from using your own solar power
  • Ongoing Mircogeneration payments for exported electricity

Our team will:

  • Assess your home’s suitability for solar PV
  • Provide clear, upfront costs and expected savings
  • Help you maximise returns through Mircogeneration and system design

 

Why Homeowners Choose BlueBuild

Established in 2011 — 13+ years serving Irish homes
Thousands of installations completed across Ireland
MCS Accredited
ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 certified
4.6★ Google Rated by homeowners
Premium panels & batteries only
Full aftercare and warranty support
Local teams, exceptional customer service

Your home is one of your biggest investments — trust a partner with a proven track record

Our Installation Process

1
1
Free Solar Assessment
2
2
System Design & Grant Support
3
3
Professional Installation

(typically 1–3 days)

4
4
Commissioning, Certification & Handover

Frequently Asked Questions on Solar PV Systems

We’ve answered some common questions to help you with any concerns

25+ years — with most manufacturers offering 20–25 year warranties.

Yes — Solar PV works off daylight, not direct sun. Output is lower in winter, but still
meaningful.

Absolutely — systems are designed to be expandable.

You may be eligible for the Microgeneration Support Scheme (MSS) which pays you for surplus electricity.

Hear from Our Customers

  • Exceptional quality. Let me tell you how we found out about Blue Build (it certainly wasn't the usual way... thanks, or should I say no thanks, to my wife Anne). We have a south-facing roof at the back of our house, and we always thought that we should get solar, being south-facing, but were always put off by the cost (this was about 10 yrs ago). Then about 2 yrs ago, my wife, who is a keen ukulele player, happened to be out at her weekly band practice when she was talking to a friend about solar energy. This friend said to her that she had it and she had got a local firm that did it. She was a teacher and had taught the guy that sold it to her. Anyway, my wife came home and told me about this friend having solar and all the benefits of making money from the extra energy going back to the grid. I asked her who the installers and she said, "I don't remember, but it had a colour in it's name, and this lady had taught the owner" I replied, "Was it Blue Build?" and she enthusiastically replied, "Yes, that's the company. So we headed off to find Blue Build, who had moved from Balloo Industrial Estate to Quarry Heights, Newtownards. We spoke to a young guy who was very helpful, and he asked me who had recommended them to us, and I went into this story about a teacher who had possibly taught him, and that wife couldn't remember the installers other than a colour in their name. He looked a bit puzzled but came out to our house in Bangor within an hour to do a survey, and because they had been 13 yrs in business, gave us a quote for 13 solar panels, an inverter and a Duracell Battery. It was much cheaper than we had been quoted some 10 yrs previous (obviously technology had moved on and things where now much cheaper). They came and did a fantasic job, really neat and tidy and in the first year we received nearly £500 from Power NI because of the surplus going back to the grid. Also our electricity bills dropped from about £150 -£200 a quarter to about £50 for a 2000 sq ft house with 3 reception rooms and 4 bedrooms, kitchen and utility room and a double garage. Now here is the bit in the story that always gets me. I happened to be at one my wifes Ukelel gigs and I got talking to my wifes friends husband who had supposely recommended Blue Build. I said, "Thanks to your wife we got Blue Build to install our Solar sytem and they were fabulous from the price to the installation.....it was fabulous, so thanks for recommending them to us" He looked puzzled and said, " We didn't get Blue Build to install our Solar System". "What?" I said, "you didn't?" but my wife said there was a colour in the name, and he laughed and said, "No, there was no colour in the name". I just couldn't believe it my wife had made that mistake about the colour in the name, but in saying that, I am delighted we went with Blue Build as they are so, so helpful and nothing is a bother to them, and we have a fantastic system that saves us money every single day and it works without doing anything to it. I recently bought an EV car and am using the solar to help charge the car. The other night I charged the car from 2% to 78% for about £9, and that gives me about 270 miles. I would thoroughly recommend Blue Build for Solar Installation; they are absolutely brilliant
    Harry Kerr
  • We decided we wanted to get a solar system for the house. So first things first did a bit of research online on local solar companies I had three different companies give me a quote. One of these companies was Bluebuild. First I had a call from a lovely guy called Ian Millar he came to have a look round my property then he sent me through a full layout of what would take place should I go with them. After speaking to the other two companies I found Ian to make the most sense plus I wanted to go with panels on the front and back of the house but Ian insisted that I ONLY needed 12 on the front. This in its self proved that they weren’t money grabbers they told you the truth this is VERY hard to get in this day and age. Anyway I decided that bluebuild was the guys to go with and I’m so glad I did … what a genuine top company I would have given them ten stars… from the guys with the scaffolding arrived to the full install was carried out all totally professional people and all nice guys to boot. Saving on my electric already…I am a very sceptical person and find it hard to trust anyone honestly if your thinking about going down the solar route please don’t go anywhere else this company has to be the best in the six counties. Thanks again Bluebuild👍👍😃👍👍
    Alan McClintock
  • Bluebuild Energy recently insulated my house and upgraded my heating system. I would highly recommend Jason and his team. They were so efficient and professional. 5 stars from me.
    Martin Byrne
  • From the very beginning, we have had excellent communication with Bluebuild. Vassily and his team are very hard workers and Fionn did a great job in the attic. Jason ensured that everything was reinstated perfectly. We are delighted with the job....... Michael and Jenny, Co. Wicklow
    Michael Purcell
  • From start to finish,the team were all excellent. All work done was completed to a really high standard. Jason went above and beyond in ensuring that the work was done quickly and professionally. I cannot recommend Bluebird enough.
    Theresa McLoughlin
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