4 Questions About Installing Commercial Solar Systems on Rooftop!

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• 18 Oct 2021

Your business can achieve some amazing benefits with solar installations, whether they’re small or big! The installation of commercial solar systems in Sydney is a perfect way to improve your property value while reducing utility costs. But before investing your hard-earned dollars here, you may have some queries to ensure if you have made the right decision. And today’s blog may help you answer these questions!

Answers to your common queries on commercial solar systems

While looking to save on operating costs and reduce your carbon footprint, solar panels are a perfect opportunity to boost your business. But before the installation, we are here to answer some common questions regarding this. Such as:

Can solar panels help me out even on a cloudy or snowy day?

The energy solar panels produced is directly proportional to the amount of sunlight reaching, with heavy cloud cover or snow your system will not be able to generate any electricity. In such situations, you can go implement a battery solution to cover your energy needs. It can help you store the excess solar energy of sunny days and use it during power outages or days without sunlight.

Does the type of roof I have affect the installation?

Solar can be installed on a variety of different rooftop surfaces, angles, and orientations. Typically north facing roofs are preferred, however, east and west facing roofs can also be used to great effect (south facing is typically ignored). A designer will take into account your rooftop when designing your system. Importantly your roof must be strong and well-built to carry the weight of solar panels.

How much can I save after switching to solar?

Now, it’s the most common query we get from our customers on Instagram. According to a recent survey, our experts have observed that a commercial building can save up to 75% on utility bills once they switch to solar solutions.

Switching to solar means off the grid- Is it?

Actually, when you don’t utilize solar batteries, it’s not possible for you to completely eliminate the grid. In fact, many companies in Sydney use both the grid and solar solutions together that keep their energy costs to a limit! Yes, you can replace your majority of electricity usage with commercial solar systems, however, without large battery systems you will still need the grid in order to supplement your solar system.

Do you have more questions? Feel free to ask us! At Partners In Energy, our experts are here to answer all your questions about our design and installation process. Stay in touch!