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Norcroft Energy Yorkshire's electrical and solar PV specialists. A family run business with traditional values.

Fact: For a small display, that might be true, but larger or more traditional Halloween displays can soon add up, especi...
30/10/2026

Fact: For a small display, that might be true, but larger or more traditional Halloween displays can soon add up, especially when they’re running for hours every evening.

The biggest difference comes down to what you’re using and how long you leave it on.

🎃 LED lights use around 80–90% less energy than traditional incandescent lighting, making them a much more efficient choice. Older incandescent lights use considerably more electricity. According to NRG, older-style string lights can cost up to £3 to run across October when used every evening.

👻 Going all out? Multiple strings of lights, projectors and plug-in inflatables can increase energy use much more noticeably when they’re left running for hours at a time.

Want to keep the spooky display without giving your energy bill a fright?

Choose LED or solar-powered decorations where possible
Use timers so displays switch off automatically
Turn plug-in decorations off at the wall when they’re not being used

Source: NRG

FAQ: "The clocks go back this weekend, does that affect my solar panels or EV charging schedule?"Your solar system won't...
22/10/2026

FAQ: "The clocks go back this weekend, does that affect my solar panels or EV charging schedule?"

Your solar system won't notice the difference. Panels generate based on daylight, not the time on the clock, so output isn't affected by the change.

Your EV charging schedule is worth a quick check though. If you've set a timer to charge overnight on a cheap tariff, that hour shift can mean you're charging slightly earlier or later than planned. Worth a quick look at your charger or app settings after the clocks change on Sunday.

Got a question about your system heading into the darker months? Drop it below or give us a call.
📞 01226 763127

Storm season is on its way, and power cuts tend to follow.A Tesla Powerwall means a power cut doesn't have to mean a str...
19/10/2026

Storm season is on its way, and power cuts tend to follow.

A Tesla Powerwall means a power cut doesn't have to mean a stressful evening. Your lights stay on, your systems keep running, and your business, or your home, keeps going like nothing's happened.

As a Tesla Powerwall Certified Installer, we design battery systems around what actually matters to you, whether that's keeping critical equipment running or simply not losing an evening to the dark.

Want to know what backup power could look like for your property?
📞 01226 763127
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https://norcroftenergy.co.uk/electricians-yorkshire/tesla-powerwall3/

Landlords: if you're adding an EV charger for a tenant, you could be eligible for up to £500 towards the cost through th...
16/10/2026

Landlords: if you're adding an EV charger for a tenant, you could be eligible for up to £500 towards the cost through the OZEV grant, on top of giving your rental a genuinely useful upgrade for anyone driving electric.

We're an approved installer, so we handle the grant paperwork alongside the install itself. Same goes for workplace charging for businesses with staff or visitor parking. Get in touch if either applies to you.

Better visibility, smoother day‑to‑day working and a setup that supports your team, that’s what a well‑designed LED inst...
14/10/2026

Better visibility, smoother day‑to‑day working and a setup that supports your team, that’s what a well‑designed LED installation should deliver. When a business tells us their engineers feel the difference straight away and they’re already seeing lower energy costs, it’s exactly the kind of outcome we aim for on every project.

Ready to get started
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More businesses are adding EV charging for staff and fleet vehicles, and it's easier to set up than most people expect.W...
12/10/2026

More businesses are adding EV charging for staff and fleet vehicles, and it's easier to set up than most people expect.

Whether it's a couple of chargers for the team car park or a fleet-ready setup for multiple vehicles, workplace charging is a genuine perk for staff and a practical step for businesses moving towards electric vehicles.

We design and install commercial EV charging across Barnsley, Huddersfield, Pen*stone, Sheffield, Wakefield and beyond, handling everything from the initial site assessment through to installation and certification.

Thinking about charging for your workplace? Get in touch for a free, no-obligation quote.
📞 01226 763127
https://norcroftenergy.co.uk/commercial-electric-vehicle-charging/

FAQ: "Can my business claim any tax relief on solar or EV charging installations?"In many cases, yes. Capital allowances...
09/10/2026

FAQ: "Can my business claim any tax relief on solar or EV charging installations?"

In many cases, yes. Capital allowances let businesses offset a portion of the cost of qualifying equipment, including solar PV, battery storage and EV charge points, against taxable profits. The detail depends on your business structure and current allowances, so it's always worth checking with your accountant.

What we can tell you plainly: solar and battery installs also currently qualify for 0% VAT, a saving that's due to end 31 March 2027. Combined with the right capital allowances, it can make a real difference to the numbers.

Thinking about a commercial installation and want honest figures to take to your accountant? Get in touch.
📞 01226 763127
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https://norcroftenergy.co.uk/specialist-sectors/commercial/

Myth: a flat commercial roof isn't suitable for solar.Fact: flat roofs are often some of the easiest to work with. Panel...
07/10/2026

Myth: a flat commercial roof isn't suitable for solar.

Fact: flat roofs are often some of the easiest to work with. Panels can be mounted at the optimum angle using a frame system, rather than being fixed to whatever pitch the roof happens to have, and a flat roof usually offers more clear, unobstructed space to work with too.

For warehouses, offices and industrial units, that means a system designed around getting the most generation from the space available, not just what the roof shape allows.

Curious what your roof could generate? We work with businesses, farms, schools and churches across Yorkshire on exactly this.

Get in touch for a free survey:
📞 01226 763127
https://norcroftenergy.co.uk/specialist-sectors/commercial/

The evenings are already drawing in, and by the end of the month the clocks go back too.For a lot of commercial sites, t...
05/10/2026

The evenings are already drawing in, and by the end of the month the clocks go back too.

For a lot of commercial sites, that means lights on earlier and running for longer, which shows up fast on the electricity bill.

Upgrading to LED is one of the simplest ways to bring that cost down. Lower running costs, less heat output, and fittings that last years longer than old-style lighting, all without changing how your team works day to day.

We design and install LED lighting for offices, warehouses, workshops and outbuildings across Yorkshire, from a single area upgrade to a full commercial re-lamp.

Thinking about your lighting before winter sets in? Get in touch for a free, no-obligation quote.
📞 01226 763127
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https://lnkd.in/e3uXHrHe

Solar isn't just a homeowner's game. Farms with big south-facing barn roofs, schools with flat roof space going unused, ...
28/09/2026

Solar isn't just a homeowner's game. Farms with big south-facing barn roofs, schools with flat roof space going unused, churches looking to cut running costs, we've installed for all of them across Yorkshire.

Commercial and specialist-sector solar comes with its own set of questions around usage patterns, roof structure and funding, and we've got the experience to talk you through it properly. If you look after a building like this, we'd love to hear from you.

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