Enterprise solar power generation roof

Can commercial solar panels be installed on a roof?

Roof installation is also a good option for commercial solar installation, especially since office buildings, warehouses, factories and other similar spaces often have vast, flat roofs that are ideal. However, the roof is not the only place where commercial solar panels might be installed.

Will my roof generate solar energy?

Realistically, your roof’s solar generation potential will be less than that. It’ll likely still exceed your typical household energy needs, but real-world constraints like roof space, sunlight exposure, and equipment specifications play a huge role in your panels’ actual generation.

Why should you consider a rooftop solar system?

When considering a rooftop solar system, it's crucial to remember that the roof's primary function is to protect the building and its contents from the elements. Installing a rooftop solar system is a consideration worth making since the roof system should be designed to have an equivalent or longer lifespan than that of the PV arrays.

How much does it cost to install commercial solar panels?

Installing commercial solar panels can range from $100,000 (for a small company) to $1,000,000. for large buildings. The more solar panels a company needs to generate power, the bigger it is. While the initial cost of installing commercial solar panels can be high, it is important to consider the long-term savings and benefits.

When is the best time to install a rooftop solar system?

For commercial rooftop solar installations, it is often cost-prohibitive to remove existing PV arrays, install a new roof, and then reinstall the PV arrays. Therefore, the best time to install a new rooftop PV system is right after a new roof has been installed or when a building has been newly constructed.

How long do solar panels last on a roof?

PV arrays, which are the solar panels, have an average useful economic life of more than 25 years. Whether it’s a new roof that has PV arrays or will have PV arrays installed in the near future (i.e., a solar ready roof), or it’s an existing roof that will receive solar, there are many important considerations for roof system design and panel layout.