Why Businesses are Switching to Commercial Solar Panels
There are around 5.7 million solar panel systems in the UK and this number keeps growing. This expanding renewable energy trend is gaining traction in the commercial sector.
Benefits of solar panels for commercial properties include:
- You could increase your commercial property value by up to 5%.
- You could reduce your electricity bill by as much as 64% and contribute to long-term cost savings.
- Energy you don’t use could be sold back to the grid.
- Reduce your environmental impact and image as a business that takes environmental challenges seriously.
If you think your business could benefit from commercial solar panels, the next step is to discover which panels are the right solution for your property.
Types of Commercial Solar Panels: Choosing the Right One for Your Business
The various types of commercial solar panels available include monocrystalline, polycrystalline and thin-film.
Out of these three most common varieties, monocrystalline is the most suitable for commercial properties.
Thanks to being made of pure silicon crystal, they offer superior energy-generating performance compared to polycrystalline panels. In fact, they provide efficiency ratings up to 22%. They also offer the highest life span among commercial solar panels—up to 40 years.
Our Commercial Solar Panel Services
From battery storage to specialist solar panels for drying kilns, we offer a turnkey service for supply, installation and ongoing maintenance for commercial properties.
To learn more about the commercial solar panel services we provide, make an enquiry today.
Are Commercial Solar Panels Worth It? ROI & Long-Term Benefits
If you’re wondering whether commercial solar panels are worth it, here are a few benefits that contribute to your ROI:
- Reduces energy bills and increases business cashflow
- Short payback period
- Tax efficient and reduces carbon footprint
- Future-proofs your business
- Increases business sustainability
- Low maintenance costs
Benefits of Commercial Solar Panels for Businesses
There are plenty of benefits of commercial solar panels, and they can increase property value by around 5% due to several factors:
- Lower energy bills: Drastically reduce electricity costs by up to 64%.
- Earn money: Sell unused energy back to the grid.
- Energy storage: Solar batteries store excess energy for use when the sun isn’t shining, maximising the use of generated power.
- Grid independence: Reduce reliance on the grid and avoid downtime during power cuts.
- Environmental impact: Cut carbon emissions and create a positive brand image.
There are many benefits your business will receive by investing in commercial solar energy. Solar panels generate free electricity for your business to use on-site, helping to reduce electricity bills (or in some cases, lower them completely) and increase your business cashflow. Utilising roof space is a space-saving solution for protecting your business from rising energy prices.
Installing Solar Panels on Commercial Buildings
The process for installing solar panels on a commercial building begins with a site visit and data collection to determine your electricity usage and needs. We’ll then create an initial proposal that covers system size, layout and other details. A technical survey is conducted to assess the site, which is followed by a formal proposal. After the proposal is accepted, the installation team can schedule the work, ensuring minimal business disruption. We’ll complete the process with a handover to ensure you understand how the system works and that you’re satisfied with the work.
What to expect from your commercial PV installation
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1. Site visit and data collection
After initial enquiry, the first step will be to collect data and visit your site (if necessary). Once we know your electricity usage, we can start calculations to develop the optimum system for your needs.
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2. Initial proposal
After we have completed our calculations we will put together our first proposal. This will cover system size and layout, output, savings operational costs, return on investment, carbon reduction figures and more.
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3. Technical survey
Once the initial proposal has been agreed, a full technical survey will follow. Our team will visit your site and conduct an independent structural assessment, scaffold and access assessment and an electrical integration assessment.
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4. Formal proposal
If our team are happy with the outcome of the technical survey, we will then put together a formal proposal. This is similar to the initial proposal, but will involve much more detail about the job.
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5. Project delivery and installation
Once the proposal has been accepted, the installation process will commence. Our installation team work closely with our client to ensure minimal disruption when on-site.
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6. Handover
After installation is complete and has been commissioned, our team will complete handover with the customer.
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GlenFarrow offers a full turnkey solution for solar panel design, installation and maintenance for commercial buildings. We are experts in developing systems that best meet your business needs and energy requirements. We cover all commercial sectors – from small workshops to industrial buildings. Get in touch to discuss getting a quote or organising a site survey with our friendly installation experts.
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