James Elston
Published July 5, 2024
Expert Solar Panel Installation For Retail Stores
Solar power offers retailers energy independence, allowing them to trade uninterrupted, free from a potentially erratic power grid.
- Produce free renewable energy from the sun while you trade.
- Save over 30% on your energy bills.
- Lower your company’s carbon footprint by embracing sustainability.
Custom-Tailored Solar Panel Installation for the Retail Sector
Eco Happy is the go-to company for solar panel installations for retail businesses throughout the UK. With consumers holding an increasingly positive view of eco-friendly shops and electricity costs on an upward trend, commercial solar panel solutions have become a smart investment for retailers.
Eco Happy has helped thousands of business owners with their solar installations to achieve great savings. Our expert team will work with you to determine the best solar panel system suited to your shop – including the number, type, and size of commercial solar panels needed.
We are committed to supporting retailers of all sizes to achieve greater energy independence and electricity savings through leveraging solar power.
The Costs of Solar Panels for Retail Businesses
On average, commercial solar panels cost anywhere from £15,000 for a small business to over £100,000 for a large company. The final cost depends on:
- Your shop’s energy usage in kWh.
- How well your roof captures the sun.
- The number of panels and output size (in Watts) required.
Many shops also install a storage battery to store excess electricity. A battery can add £5,000 to £6,000 to the total costs for a microbusiness and over £50,000 for a large retailer.
To financially assist retailers, the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) allows businesses to sell their excess electricity back to the grid.
Here are estimated prices for commercial solar panels for different-sized operations.
| Business size | Annual energy consumed | Solar panel system needed | Min. number of solar panels (400W) | Min. number of solar panels (600W) | Estimated price (with installation) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Micro | 7,500 – 9,000 kWh | 10 kW | 25 | 17 | £12,000 – £15,000 |
| Small | 15,000 – 20,000 kWh | 20 kW | 50 | 34 | £20,000 – £35,000 |
| Medium | 40,000 – 50,000 kWh | 50 kW | 125 | 84 | £42,000 – £60,000 |
| Large | 80,000 – 100,000 kWh | 100 kW | 250 | 167 | £70,000 – £125,000 |
What Are The Benefits Of Solar Panels For Retailers?
There are numerous benefits to investing in commercial solar panels:
Reduced electricity bills
A small shop should easily enjoy energy savings of £1,500 a year. A larger business with an annual electricity bill of £12,000 could save over £6,000.
Positive payback period/ROI
A small business that saves £1,500 per year could pay off a small solar installation in 11 years. A business saving £6,000+ annually will pay back a £60,000 system installation in 10 years – payback periods are often quicker.
Environmental benefits
Solar electricity dramatically reduces carbon emissions and cuts your company’s carbon footprint.
Happy customers and employees
Many customers, employees, and potential employees have a more favourable view of companies that use renewable energy.
Storage capacity
A solar storage battery lets you store excess energy produced during the day for convenient use at another time.
Energy security
Solar helps secure your future energy supply and reduces your reliance on the grid, making you less vulnerable to blackouts or infrastructure collapses.
Why Choose Eco Happy?
You’ve taken time to ensure that you’ve chosen an appropriate boiler, now let our expert team ensure that the installation is done with quality and care.
Expertise
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All of our heating engineers are on the UK’s Gas Safe registry.
Hassle-free installations
We understand the inconvenience of being without a fully functioning boiler and make sure to tend to your needs in a timely manner.
High-quality solar panels
We have a team of professional and reliable heating experts who guide you through the entire installation process in a supportive and congenial manner.
Great customer service
There is no job too big or too small. Our skilled team can install every kind of boiler system on any size property.
Get A Solar Panel Installation Quote For Your Retail Business Today
Whatever your size and type of retail business, you can enjoy the rewards of using solar to generate renewable energy. If you want to improve business efficiency, lower energy costs, and cut your carbon footprint, contact Eco Happy today for a free solar installation quote.
As renewables become a major part of the UK’s energy economy, there has never been a better time for a commercial solar panel installation!
James Elston
Boiler Expert
James Elston is the top boiler replacement and heating expert at Eco Happy. He has over 20 years of experience in the industry, focusing on Gas Safe boiler installations and offering home-heating and energy-saving solutions to homeowners across the UK. From sourcing the most energy-efficient combi boiler to providing specialist heating advice, James ensures that Eco Happy maintains the highest standards and best customer service.