Commercial Solar PV Specialists in Barry
Generate electricity for your premises. Potential savings depend on your usage, system design, installation costs and energy tariffs.
12 years
specialist solar experience
25 years
in the construction industry
2-year
workmanship warranty
£2m
public liability insurance
MCS · NAPIT
TrustMark · RECC
Why Solar Suits Business Premises
Most businesses use the bulk of their electricity during the day, which is exactly when solar panels produce the most. That makes commercial solar an efficient way to cover a large share of daytime demand with your own generation.
Commercial solar suits offices, workshops, warehouses, farms, retail units and other premises with suitable roof space and steady daytime electricity use.
It is worth considering when energy is a significant overhead, when you are planning building or roof work, when you are adding electric vehicles or equipment, or when you want to reduce your exposure to energy price rises.
Commercial systems are larger and involve more planning around the building, electrical supply and business operations. Complete Solar Services Ltd brings 12 years of solar experience and 25 years in construction, is MCS certified and NAPIT registered, and carries £2m public liability insurance.
What Energy Costs Do to Your Business
For many businesses, electricity is a cost that keeps growing with no control over it.
Rising overheads
Every unit bought from the grid is a cost that eats into margin.
Exposure to price changes
Without your own generation, you absorb every price rise.
Poorly sized systems
A system designed without studying your usage underdelivers.
Disruption
An installation not planned around your operations can interrupt business.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Sizing a system without looking at actual usage patterns.
- Ignoring roof condition before installing.
- Not planning for future demand such as EV fleets.
- Choosing an installer without commercial-scale planning.
How the Job Works
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Enquiry
Tell us about your premises, roof and energy use.
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Site assessment
We assess the roof, supply and how your business uses power.
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Proposal and quote
You receive an individual quote designed around your premises.
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Installation
The system is installed with planning around your operations.
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Testing and handover
We test, hand over and back our work with a 2-year workmanship warranty.
What You Get
Lower running costs
Cover daytime demand with your own generation.
Matched to working hours
Solar output peaks when most businesses use the most.
Construction know-how
25 years in construction applied to commercial roofs.
Storage options
Add battery storage to cover use outside peak sun.
Insured and accredited
MCS certified, NAPIT registered, £2m public liability insurance.
Individual pricing
Quoted for your premises. Pay by bank transfer or card.
Commercial Solar in Detail
Commercial projects differ from homes in several important ways.
Roof types
Commercial buildings often have metal profile, flat or large pitched roofs. Each needs a suitable mounting approach. We assess the roof's condition and structure before recommending a system.
Sizing around usage
A business system should be sized from how your premises actually uses electricity through the day and the week, so as much generation as possible is used on site.
Storage and EV charging
Battery storage can extend the benefit of solar beyond peak hours, and charging for business vehicles can be planned alongside the system. We primarily install Fox batteries and inverters.
Planning around operations
We discuss access, timing and any temporary isolation so installation fits around your business.
Residential versus commercial
Domestic systems are designed around evening household use, while commercial systems typically match daytime working hours. That changes how systems are sized and whether storage makes sense.
Farms and agricultural buildings
Agricultural buildings often have large roof areas and steady daytime demand from lighting, refrigeration and equipment. That combination can make them well suited to solar. Each site is assessed individually.
Maintaining a commercial system
Because commercial systems are larger, any underperformance costs more. Servicing, monitoring and fault finding can help identify performance issues; financial returns depend on the system and site. We offer maintenance, servicing and fault finding for commercial systems as well as installation.
Adding to an existing business system
If your premises already has solar, we can review it and advise on upgrades such as battery storage or inverter replacement.
What we need from you
To prepare an accurate proposal, it helps to share recent electricity bills or usage data, details of your opening hours, information about the roof, and any plans for growth such as new equipment or electric vehicles. The better we understand how your premises uses power, the better the system can be matched to it.
From there, we carry out a site assessment and give you an individual quote, with payment by bank transfer or credit/debit card.
Where we work
We are based at Cardiff House in Barry and carry out commercial solar pv across South Wales, the South West of England and the West Midlands border, including Barry, Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Porthcawl, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Brecon, Bristol, Bath, Gloucester, Hereford. See all the areas we cover.
Our Solar and Construction Experience
Complete Solar Services Ltd was set up by Sam Hayes about three years ago. Sam has 12 years specialising in solar and 25 years in the construction industry. Each commercial solar pv job needs assessment of the relevant roof and electrical requirements.
The business is MCS certified, TrustMark endorsed, RECC approved and NAPIT registered. MCS is the recognised standard for small-scale renewable installations in the UK. TrustMark is the government-endorsed quality scheme for work in and around the home. RECC is a consumer code for renewable energy, and NAPIT registration covers the electrical side. We also carry £2m public liability insurance.
We primarily work with Fox batteries and inverters. Each job is quoted individually, with a 2-year workmanship warranty on our work. Any additional faults or upgrade options should be assessed and included in the agreed scope before work proceeds. System suitability, the work involved and visit arrangements depend on your property.
What to Expect From Your Quote
- A price for your property and your needs only. We do not sell fixed packages or standard rates.
- A plain explanation of what we recommend and why, so you can compare quotes properly.
- No work goes ahead without your agreement.
- Payment by bank transfer or credit/debit card.
- A 2-year workmanship warranty on the work we carry out.
- Contact during our working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm.
To help us prepare a quote, tell us your postcode, a little about your property and anything you already know about your existing system. You can request a solar service quote or call 07301 504889.
Commercial Solar PV FAQs
Still have a question? Call Sam Hayes on 07301 504889.
How much does commercial solar cost?
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It depends on the size of the premises, the roof and your energy use. Every project is quoted individually.
Is my business roof suitable?
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We assess the roof's type, condition and structure before recommending a system.
Will installation disrupt my business?
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We plan access and timing with you to keep disruption to a minimum.
Can commercial systems include batteries?
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Yes. Storage can cover use outside peak sunlight hours.
How long does a commercial installation take?
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It depends on the size of the system. We will confirm the timescale in your proposal.
Can you install solar on a farm or agricultural building?
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Yes. Agricultural buildings often suit solar well. Each site is assessed and quoted individually.
Can we add EV charging for staff or business vehicles?
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Yes. Charging can be planned alongside a commercial solar system and assessed as part of your proposal.
Do you install commercial solar in Cardiff, Newport and Bristol?
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Yes. We work with businesses across South Wales, the South West of England and the West Midlands border.
What guarantee do you give?
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All of our work is backed by a 2-year workmanship warranty.
Are you accredited and insured?
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Yes. We are MCS certified, TrustMark endorsed, RECC approved and NAPIT registered, and carry £2m public liability insurance.
Do you offer emergency call-outs?
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Our hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm. Contact us during working hours to discuss your enquiry.
How can I pay?
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By bank transfer or credit/debit card.
Which areas do you cover?
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We are based in Barry and cover Cardiff, Newport, Swansea, Porthcawl, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Brecon, Bristol, Bath, Gloucester and Hereford.
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