Woldmarsh Membership in Action: Solar Battery Installation Enquiry

Background
At Woldmarsh, we’re here to make life easier for our members - saving you time, money, and hassle by connecting you with trusted suppliers who understand farming. This real-life example shows how a simple enquiry about adding battery storage to a solar PV system turned into a valuable conversation, expert advice, and a long-term supplier relationship - all without a hard sell.

The situation

One of our members (we’ll call them Farmer A) wanted to explore adding battery storage to their existing 14-year-old solar PV system.

Their main concern? Protecting their Feed-in Tariff (FIT) payments - 75p per kWh plus an extra 6p on 50% of assumed exports. Any change to their system risked affecting this valuable income stream.

The Woldmarsh Advantage

1. Straight to a trusted supplier

Through our network, we connected Farmer A with Taylor's - a long-standing, respected renewable energy specialist within the Woldmarsh supplier base.
No trawling through search results. No wondering if the supplier was reliable. Just direct access to someone with a proven track record.

2. Impartial, expert advice

Taylor's of Spilsby took the time to:

• Assess a range of battery storage options.
• Clearly explain how each approach could affect existing FIT payments.
• Give an honest opinion that, in the current market, investing right now might not make financial sense.

3. No pressure - Just honest conversation

There was no push to sign on the dotted line. Instead, the supplier:

• Offered a thorough technical consultation, free from obligation.
• Respected the decision to hold off for now.
• Focused on education rather than chasing a sale.

4. Planning for the long term

The advice included:

• Replacing the existing inverter with a same-size model when needed to keep FIT payments intact.
• Considering modular battery solutions for future expansion.
• Keeping the lines of communication open for when the timing is right.

The outcome

Farmer A chose to delay the installation - a decision backed up by their own independent research. They wanted to:

• Safeguard their valuable FIT payments.
• Wait for either a change in market conditions or equipment failure before investing.

They thanked R&F PM Taylor for their honesty and time, saying they were extremely happy with the advice - even though no work was carried out immediately.

Why this matters for Members

Quality you can trust

• Suppliers are pre-vetted, with reputations built on years of good service.
• Poor service risks their standing in Woldmarsh - so standards stay high.

Knowledge at your fingertips

• Access to technical know-how without paying for a consultant.
• Clear explanations so you can make confident, informed decisions.

Stronger together

• Good experiences get talked about and recommended between members.
• Long-term relationships mean suppliers understand your needs and priorities.

Professional, member-first approach

• Timely communication.
• Respect for your time and decision-making.
• No gimmicks, no pushy sales.

The bigger picture

This story shows exactly what Woldmarsh membership is about - creating a supportive network where members can get expert advice and make well-informed choices, even if the answer is to wait.

It’s proof that trusted relationships, honest conversations, and reputation are just as valuable as the deals we negotiate. And when the time comes for Farmer A to go ahead, they already know exactly who they’ll call.

If you’d like to explore renewable energy options or any other on-farm project, speak to us - we’ll put you in touch with the right supplier, first time.

Speak to our Sundries team on 01507 602396 option 3, option 2 or email: sundries@woldmarsh.com