FINANCE, PROVIDED BY IDEAL4FINANCE
How Applying For Finance Works
Monthly payment options for our work are provided through our finance partner Ideal4Finance, with 0% finance available on selected agreements. Here's exactly what happens at every step, and what you'll need.
Finance available subject to status. Finance is a payment option, not a requirement.
Start With Your Written Quote
Your written quote comes from your consultation with the team - for solar, that starts with an estimate on your first call, confirmed in a written proposal. Apply for the amount on your written CRS Energy quote, and describe the work in your application exactly as it appears on the quote. Everything has to match: the loan amount, the description of the work, and your address. Getting your quote first makes the whole process smoother.
One rule we can't bend: you must complete the application yourself. We're happy to talk you through any step, but a finance application completed by someone else can be cancelled.
The Journey
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Apply Online
You'll enter some general information about yourself and the loan amount you need, matching the amount on your written quote.
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Verify Your Identity
The quickest route is open banking, which lets the lender confirm what it needs securely through your bank. Prefer not to use it? No problem. You may instead be asked for ID verification and some supporting documents.
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Supporting Documents (Sometimes)
The lender may email you for extra documentation, such as bank statements, to complete their checks. Replying quickly keeps your application moving.
- 4
Your Decision
You'll be approved in principle, declined, or placed under review while the underwriters take a closer look.
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Agree Your Loan Terms
If approved, you'll receive an email with a link to complete your purchase and agree the loan terms. This is where you choose your loan term and payment dates and set up your Direct Debit.
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Detailed Survey & Final Design
With your agreement in place, we complete your detailed survey and final design - for solar, this is done from the desktop using aerial mapping, roof measurements, your energy usage and photos of your property. We'll only arrange a home visit if something needs a physical check, and we'll confirm your final design with you before anything is booked.
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We Schedule The Work
Once your agreement is complete and any deposit is paid, we book your installation. Work can't start before this point. It's a condition of the finance.
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Installation
Our accredited team completes the work as quoted.
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Sign-Off And A Quick Call
When the work's done and you're happy, you sign a satisfaction note. Ideal4Finance will then give you a short call to confirm you're satisfied. It comes from a number beginning 01772, so it's worth saving or expecting that call. Once you've confirmed, everything is settled.
Why The Identity Checks?
Identity verification protects you. It's there to stop anyone taking out finance in someone else's name, and it's fast becoming standard across all lending. It usually takes just a few minutes through open banking.
FAQs
Common Questions
No. It's the fastest route, but if you'd prefer not to, you may be asked for ID verification and some supporting documents instead.
Ready To Apply?
Have your written quote to hand and apply directly with Ideal4Finance.
Regulatory Disclosure
Complete Remedial Solutions (CRS) Ltd, trading as CRS Energy, is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Ideal Sales Solutions Ltd, t/a Ideal4Finance. Ideal Sales Solutions Ltd is a credit broker and not a lender (FRN 703401). Finance available subject to status. The rate offered is always provisional and will depend upon your personal circumstances, the loan amount and the term.
There are risks involved in taking out a loan and you should ensure you can make all payments on time and in full; failure to do so can lead to financial difficulties and have a negative impact on your credit score.
Subject to status, property suitability and a credit agreement.