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Solar Panels for Offices and Businesses

As businesses tackle with the increasing burden of rising electricity prices, companies across the UK are seeing a significant impact on their operational costs, directly affecting their profit. Offices and commercial buildings, often with ample roof space, are in a great position to install solar photovoltaic (PV) technology, in where it not only promises substantial savings on energy bills, but also increases their green credentials, reducing their carbon emissions and footprint.

By installing solar panels (which generates entirely emission-free renewable energy), businesses can demonstrate a strong commitment to sustainability for customers, employees, shareholders, and regulatory bodies. where this could make your office stand out in already difficult sustainability-conscious market.

 

Office Solar Panel Installers

Solar Voltaics was established in 2010 and has developed an excellent reputation as a leading solar installation company operating within the commercial sector, especially for offices and businesses. We specialise solely in solar power, so whether you’re wanting to install solar panels and PV systems, solar battery storage systems or advice on how a solar power system can benefit your company, our team can help.

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Why Choose Solar Voltaics?

  • Quality Products
  • Expertise in Solar Solutions
  • Solar and Battery Installs
  • Save on Carbon Emissions
  • Outstanding Customer Service
  • Bespoke Solutions

Commercial Solar Panel Installation

At Solar Voltaics, we are committed to educating employees and decision-makers about the benefits and installation process of solar PV technology, tailored to meet their specific needs and what it offers – our competitive Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) offerings provide offices with a range of financing options to choose from. Boasting over ten years in the solar industry, Solar Voltaics have been trusted by businesses up and down the UK to supply solar PV panels that are cost-effective allowing you to budget extra funds for other parts of your business.

Our vast expertise, experience and resources enable us to efficiently manage complex projects, ensuring their completion on time and in accordance with industry standards. Alongside our proactive Health and Safety policy and comprehensive safety measures, we protect staff and visitors, proudly maintaining a faultless safety record with zero incidents.

Solar Power Purchase Agreement Programmes (PPAs) provide an attractive option for businesses looking to install commercial solar panels and reduce their carbon footprint. By partnering with solar project developers, landlords or leaseholders can access the benefits of solar energy without the upfront costs.

If you are looking for solar PPA, solar finance information or government schemes for a commercial solar panel system over 200KW in size, get in touch with one of our team who will be able to help guide you through the process.

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Installing Commercial Solar Panels for Offices

Whether you’re wanting a straightforward installation on a smaller office block with limited roof space, or are a larger enterprise that are wanting to generate electricity and a renewable energy source themselves, Solar Voltaics has the technical expertise and resources to deliver complex projects on time and to a very high standard. For businesses looking to install high quality commercial solar PV systems, you can expect to cut energy costs, support your local community by reducing emitted greenhouse gases, help educate staff on the benefits solar panels offer to the planet and ultimately a smart investment for the future.

Our capabilities include all types of pitched roof mounted solar panels and flat roof solar panel installations – if you’re unsure whether your office roof is suitable, get in touch for a survey! We have extensive experience in the installation of all major inverter brands and specialise in SolarEdge DC optimiser solutions.

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How Installing Solar Panels Can Help Offices

Whilst there are financial incentives, installing solar panels on offices also present an effective way to significantly reduce your business’ carbon footprint – a standard 250kWp solar PV system can offset approximately 64 tonnes of CO2 emissions, equivalent to driving 155,000 miles in a petrol car. But what are the other benefits that a commercial solar installation can give a business?

Renewable Energy

Solar energy is a clean, greener energy source that produces no greenhouse gases, making it an environmentally friendly choice – solar panels can also provide energy independence and resilience during power outages or other emergencies, which not many offices can say they have!

A workspace that is not only productive but also shows its working to help make the environment as green as possible, is a great way to show your clients you care about the planet and take the effect global warming has, very seriously.

Whitley Park School Reading, Berkshire

PPA for Businesses

Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) have become increasingly popular as a financing option for installing solar panels on office buildings, attracting businesses with their no upfront cost model.

If your company meets the necessary conditions related to energy usage and rooftop size, you could benefit from a solar PV system installation free of initial charges – solar panel grants may also be available through various government schemes too.

Whitley Park School Reading, Berkshire

Tangible ROI

A commercial solar PV installation can offer a typical investment payback from 3 years onwards – the payback period depends on site electricity consumption and the retail price of electricity both now and anticipated in the future.

If you provide us with a good estimate of your electricity usage and costs, then we can overlay this with the expected output of the solar PV system to determine how much of the solar energy you are likely to use.

Whitley Park School Reading, Berkshire

Our Solar Panel Installation Process

We’ve been trusted to install solar panels for businesses in the UK since 2010 and in that time, our team have developed industry-leading knowledge and experience what makes a solar project successful. Unlike one-size-fits-all approaches, we design solar systems tailored to each office’s specific energy needs and layout. This bespoke service ensures cost savings, clean energy solutions, and customer satisfaction, setting us apart from other solar panel installation companies working in the commercial sector.

1.

Feasibility

A site survey will determine the suitability of your building for solar PV systems

2.

Proposal

We present the most efficient system design and output to match your energy needs

3.

Review

At this stage, our team can answer your questions and review options with you

4.

Contract

Our simple agreement policy, safeguards your quote if anything changes

5.

Install

Solar panel installation takes place with minimal disruption to your daily activities

6.

Maintain

We can monitor and maintain your solar PV system to maximise performance

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Solar Products

Explore our range of solar products, carefully sourced from reliable manufacturers and fully certified to MCS standards, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. From advanced solar panels that harness sunlight, to cutting-edge battery storage systems, we provide practical solutions that lower costs and promote sustainability.

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Solar Panel Maintenance

Solar PV systems are very reliable, but planned solar maintenance is essential to ensure continued high output efficiency. Many solar systems in the UK have been installed for several years now, some for over 5 years. Whilst most maybe running well, many owners don’t check their systems performance regularly and wouldn’t know if it was performing well or not.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long do commercial solar panels last?

Commercial solar panels typically have a lifespan of 25-30 years. They continue to generate electricity beyond this period but at reduced efficiency.

How much electricity do solar PV systems generate?

An optimally orientated, un-shaded 1kWp array will, each year, generate approx 850kWh (units) of electricity.

How do solar PV cells work?

Photovoltaic (PV) cells convert radiation from the sun into electricity.  A typical PV cell consists of a wafer of semi-conducting material, usually silicon, manufactured with two electrically different layers.  When sunlight hits the cell it excites the electrons within the silicon, creating an electric field across the layers and causing a flow of electricity.

What are the cost benefits of installing commercial solar panels?

Commercial solar panels can significantly reduce electricity bills, offering a high return on investment over time. The initial costs are offset by savings on energy bills and potential tax incentives. Moreover, solar energy’s predictability helps businesses budget more effectively by reducing exposure to fluctuating energy prices.

What is the environmental impact of commercial solar panels?

Solar panels significantly reduce carbon emissions by generating renewable energy. This reduces a business’s carbon footprint and supports sustainability goals.

Do I need planning permission to install solar panels?

Most of the time the answer is no. However, if you live in a protected area such as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty or a National Park such as the South Downs, then you may need permission, but not always. We can advise you on this.. Some authorities will ask that you have a bat or bird survey first or that your system meets certain aesthetic criteria such as it being an ‘in-roof’ system where the panels sit flush with the roof tiles. We can work with your needs and design a system that meets the necessary criteria. Some new build properties may also have restrictions on what can be installed. In these cases, we recommend that you check with your estate management company.

Where can I place my solar PV panels?

Solar panels can be mounted in a range of locations, from a roof to the ground and even bespoke frames. We install on a range of roof types, including flat roofs. Ground mounted systems use ballast or specially designed mounting frames. Solar panels are best if they are south facing, but east and west facing roofs are are suitable, although output will be slightly less. A roof pitch of between 10 and 50 degrees is best and preferably with little or no shade. If shade cannot be avoided then we can include optimisers to reduce the shading impact.

Can businesses continue to operate during a solar panel installation?

Yes, in most cases installing solar panels will not affect your company operating as normal.

The Business Case

Payback and Returns

A commercial solar installation can offer a typical investment payback from 3 years onwards. The payback period depends on site electricity consumption and the retail price of electricity both now and anticipated in the future. If you provide us with a good estimate of your electricity usage and costs, then we can overlay this with the expected output of the solar PV system to determine how much of the solar energy you are likely to use. It is the combination of energy consumption profile and solar PV output that determines how useful a solar energy system will be to your school.

PV systems require little maintenance besides regular monitoring and replacement of inverters (5-10 years). In general, PV panels are self-cleaning unless your office building is in an area that suffers from high dust levels, leaf fall etc.

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Why Choose Solar Voltaics?

CHAS (Construction Health and Safety) & Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS)

Solar Voltaics is accredited under the CHAS (Construction Health and Safety) scheme. We are experienced in working on construction sites and operating to strict safety standards.

All installations are carried out to the standards laid down by the Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS). We are regularly audited by NAPIT to confirm that our workmanship standards are up to the required quality levels.

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No Sub-Contracting

At Solar Voltaics we prefer not to sub-contract to other companies. We stand by the quality and professionalism of our installations, because we manage them all with our own professionally trained staff.

Recommendations

We are more than happy to put you in touch with previous clients who can vouch for how we performed for them. Our solar PV experts understand that this is good commercial practice and we have plenty of clients that we can refer you to, including public sector, private companies and institutions in the UK.

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Call now to learn how little it takes to get started, and how much you can save when your solar panel installation is in place.

We don’t do a hard sell. You can have as much or as little information as you like and we won’t hassle you with unwanted follow-up sales calls. Most of our clients want to do their own research and due diligence and we will gladly supply any information you require regarding our trustworthiness and commercial standing.

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Solar Voltaics Ltd
Bramley Barn, Main Road
Chichester
West Sussex
PO18 8XA

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    • Fantastic job by the Solar Voltaics team. Very polite, professional and tidy. Would certainly recommend. Currently enjoying free energy on the evening of the installation.

      Dean

    • Solar Voltaics have been superb from start to finish. So good to deal with a human company, no phone queues, quick and thorough survey, very clear explanations of the planned installation. The installers were all great, very tidy and quick. The price has been very competitive and the system is up and running well. Couldn’t recommend them more highly.

      Robin

    • Fantastic from initial phone call, through to installation, commission, MCS & G99. Very helpful to the non-experts like me and always open to give advice and guidance.

      Competitive price by a very trusted business and it has been a pleasure to use Solar Voltaics!

      Ryan

    • Really good service and support.

      Mike

    • Solar Voltaics recently installed Solar on my property very professionally from start to finish would recommend.

      Kay

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