Why Choose Osprey as Your
SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATION COMPANY
When you're investing in solar, your installation company matters. Here's what sets Osprey Electric apart from other solar panel installation companies on Vancouver Island.
Red Seal Electricians Handle Every Solar Panel Installation
Your installation is designed and completed by certified Red Seal electricians who specialize in solar. No subcontractors. No shortcuts.
Detailed, No-Fluff Installation Estimates
Our proposals include fixed-price quotations, including estimated ROI calculations using historical BC Hydro data and forecasted avoided energy costs. You'll see real numbers for your specific property—no inflated savings projections.
Proven Solar Installation Track Record
We've completed some of BC's largest and most complicated residential solar panel installations. From 3kW home systems to commercial arrays, we deliver projects on time and on budget.
Full-Service Electrical Contractor
Solar installations often require electrical upgrades. We handle everything under one roof, eliminating coordination headaches and ensuring code compliance. If it’s electrical in nature, we can handle it.
Solar Panel Installation Services
GRID-TIED SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATIONS
Connect to BC Hydro through their self-generation program and reduce your electricity costs. Our installations maximize your return through strategic solar panel placement and system sizing guided by your historical and future energy consumption.
GRID-TIED INSTALLATIONS INCLUDE:
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Complete electrical design and engineering
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Roof or ground-mounted solar arrays
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Grid interconnection and self-generation setup
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BC Hydro coordination and permits
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System monitoring and performance tracking
OFF-GRID SOLAR INSTALLATIONS
Complete energy independence for cabins, remote work sites, and off-grid homes. We integrate solar with wind, microhydro, generator, and storage solutions to minimize fuel costs and maximize reliability.
OFF-GRID INSTALLATIONS INCLUDE:
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Custom energy system design based on your consumption
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Solar panel arrays with battery storage
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Generator integration to minimize fuel costs
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Wind and microhydro integration (where applicable)
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Remote monitoring and maintenance contracts
COMMERCIAL SOLAR PANEL INSTALLATIONS
Reduce operating costs for 30+ years with rooftop or ground-mounted commercial solar. We start with a no-cost and no-commitment preliminary proposal so you can understand the financial benefits to your business.
COMMERCIAL INSTALLATIONS INCLUDE:
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Pre-solar energy consumption history review
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Large-scale rooftop and ground-mounted arrays
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Three-phase commercial electrical integration, if required
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Business backup power and battery storage options
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Ongoing system monitoring and maintenance
Our Solar Panel
INSTALLATION PROCESS
1
Site Assessment & Design
We analyze your property using satellite imagery and our own aerial imagery via on-site evaluation to determine optimal panel placement, system size, and electrical requirements.
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Detailed Installation Estimate
Receive a comprehensive proposal with equipment specifications, installation timeline, estimated ROI calculations, and BC Hydro interconnection details.
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Professional Installation
Red Seal electricians complete your installation following all electrical codes. We handle permits, inspections, and utility coordination.
AVERAGE INSTALLATION TIMELINE: 2-5 days for residential systems (after permits)
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System Activation & Training
Your system is tested, activated, and you receive complete operational training. For off-grid installations, we offer remote monitoring and maintenance service contracts.
Solar Panel
INSTALLATION PROJECTS
See the quality and scale of our solar panel installations across Vancouver Island.
Custom Green Build Solar
GABRIOLA, BC
BC's largest residential solar panel installation. This custom home integrates a substantial solar array with advanced energy efficiency measures, battery storage, and intelligent energy management. The installation demonstrates what's possible when solar is integrated into the building design from the start
SYSTEM DETAILS: Remote system monitoring | Integrated battery storage | Net-zero design
Grid-Tied Solar
CAMPBELL RIVER, BC
Professional grid-tied solar panel installation with BC Hydro self-generation. This system offsets a significant portion of the home's annual electricity consumption, with excess production credited during peak summer months and drawn during winter.
SYSTEM DETAILS: Grid-tied with self-generation | Roof-mounted array | Remote monitoring
Off-Grid Cabin Solar
HORNE LAKE, BC
Complete off-grid power solution for a seasonal cabin. This rooftop solar array is combined with a lithium iron phosphate battery storage system to provide reliable electricity year-round, minimizing the owner’s need for generator runtime.
SYSTEM DETAILS: Rooftop array | Battery storage | Generator backup integration
REDUCE YOUR SOLAR INSTALLATION COSTS
BC homeowners and businesses can access substantial rebates and financing options that make solar panel installations more affordable. Current incentives significantly reduce upfront energy costs and improve your estimated savings over the system's lifetime.
AVILABLE BC SOLAR AND BATTERY INCENTIVES:
For residential, BC Hydro offers rebates up to $5,000 for solar panels and $5,000 for battery storage, to a maximum of $10,000 in total for your project. Commercial properties qualify for up to $20,000 in rebates. These programs help you lock in long-term energy savings while reducing initial installation costs.
Consult with your Osprey Electric representative to confirm what options are available at the time of your assessment.
OUR SOLAR ASSESSMENTS INCLUDE REBATE MAXIMIZATION:
We design system sizes that optimize available incentives while meeting your energy needs and your budget. Our estimates show estimated rebate amounts, projected energy production, and estimated savings based on your consumption patterns and your energy costs.
We manage all rebate applications, pre-approvals, and documentation—ensuring you capture every available incentive for your solar panel installation.
Ready To
REDUCE YOUR ENERGY COSTS?
Contact Osprey Electric for a detailed solar panel installation estimate. We'll assess your property, analyze your energy consumption, and provide estimated ROI projections based on your specific situation. Whether you're considering a residential system, commercial installation, or off-grid solution, we'll show you exactly what solar can deliver.
WHAT TO EXPECT:
Free initial consultation and site assessment
Detailed system design and equipment recommendations
Comprehensive cost estimate with ROI analysis
Timeline and project scope overview
No-pressure, data-driven recommendations
As a professional solar panel installation company with a proven track record on Vancouver Island, we'll help you determine if solar is right for your property—and if it is, we'll design and install a system that delivers results.