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Looking to cut energy costs and reduce your carbon footprint? Installing solar panels on your warehouse roof is a wise investment to future-proof your business against rising costs. Warehouses typically have expansive, unused rooftops that are ideal for solar energy systems.
By installing solar on your warehouse or distribution centre, you can significantly lower monthly utility bills, gain independence from the grid, and future-proof your business against rising energy costs. Many of our clients report a payback period of as little as five years.
Modern warehouse solar systems are low-maintenance, durable, and scalable. With government incentives and other forms of financing like PPAs, it can be far more affordable than you think, and may even be cash positive for your business in the short term, especially as your warehouse can generate income by selling excess electricity back to the grid.
Another financial advantage of installing solar is that it can boost the value of your warehouse or commercial property. Solar can do this in and of itself as it is an asset that can be sold on with the building, but perhaps more importantly it can also boost a building's EPC rating, which can increase the appeal and value of a commercial building to potential buyers as well as tenants.
In an increasingly uncertain world, installing solar, especially if augmented by a commercial battery storage system, can help your operations weather brownouts and blackouts. While not a common occurrence, when they do happen these can be devastating for businesses and generating and storing your own electricity on site can help mitigate this risk.
Warehouse solar installations also offer sustainability benefits, helping businesses meet ESG goals and demonstrate a commitment to green practices. Many customers and investors now favour companies that invest in renewable energy, making solar panels not just a cost-saving solution, but a branding opportunity too.
There are several key factors to consider before installation. Roof size, orientation, structural integrity, shading, and material all play a critical role in solar panel performance. A flat or south-facing roof with minimal shade is ideal, but even angled or east/west-facing roofs can be viable with the right system.
It’s essential to have experienced solar experts such as those at Spirit Energy conduct a thorough site assessment to evaluate load-bearing capacity, wiring, and long-term exposure. A professional review ensures your setup is safe, efficient, and tailored to maximise energy output and return on investment—saving you more in the long run.
Spirit Energy are specialists in commercial projects with hundreds of happy commercial clients and there's no job too big or small. From the initial feasibility study and desktop analysis of your roofspace to financing, design, implementation, and ongoing support and maintenance of your solar system we'll support your project every step of the way.
Hear from our client, Philip Dennis Foodservice:
"The decision to work with Spirit Energy as our solar installer was an easy one; they were proactive in approach, gave sound technical advice without any pushy selling, and designed a system to suit our needs." ~ Mr. Dennis
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Ready to unlock the power of the sun? Whatever your business needs in terms of solar, give us a call on 0118 951 4490, email us at commercial@spiritenergy.co.uk or use the request a quote button below for a free initial consultation.
