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Commercial Solar Installation in Eastleigh
Absolar is a leading commercial solar project developer in Eastleigh, helping forward-thinking businesses take control of their energy future with smart, reliable solar solutions.
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Commercial Solar Panel Installation in Eastleigh
The 5 Key Benefits
Installing commercial solar panels in Eastleigh isn’t just a smart environmental decision - it’s a powerful financial and strategic investment for your business. Here are the top five reasons why more commercial property owners in Eastleigh are making the switch to solar:
1. Significant Energy Cost Savings
Eastleigh benefits from some of the highest solar radiation levels in the UK, making it an ideal location for solar energy generation. By installing rooftop solar panels, commercial buildings can drastically reduce their electricity consumption from the grid and lower monthly energy bills. For Eastleigh's commercial buildings, you can request a free solar survey here.
2. Stable, Predictable Returns Over 30 Years
Using representative market values in Eastleigh, a typical commercial solar project delivers a 34% Internal Rate of Return (IRR), with an average payback period of just 4 Year and 5 Months. With a lifespan of 30+ years, solar offers long-term energy price stability and strong financial performance.
3. Increased Property Value and Finance Options
Solar PV systems are considered a capital improvement that can significantly enhance the value of commercial properties. With access to asset-based finance through Absolar's Finance Partners, Eastleigh-based property owners can unlock renewable energy solutions without upfront capital, helping to maintain healthy cashflow while upgrading the property's sustainability credentials.
4. Generate Revenue from Surplus Energy
When your solar system generates more power than your building consumes, Absolar enables your business to export the excess electricity back to the grid. By selling surplus energy to certified suppliers, you create a new income stream while supporting the UK's transition to cleaner energy.
5. Lower Your Carbon Footprint and Support Net Zero Goals
More businesses in Eastleigh are taking leadership roles in climate action. Installing commercial solar panels is one of the most effective ways to cut carbon emissions, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and demonstrate your commitment to sustainability. Solar helps your organisation meet ESG targets and progress towards Net Zero.
Commercial solar installation in Eastleigh
Absolar are proud to support business across Eastleigh in their transition to clean, renewable energy through expertly delivered commercial solar installations. From rooftop arrays on warehouses and office blocks to bespoke solar solutions for retail and hospitality venues, our team bring deep technical expertise and local knowledge to every project. We have helped organisations across the city reduce their energy costs, cut carbon emissions, and gain greater energy independence with systems tailored to their operational needs.
Eastleigh is a city with bold sustainability goals, and we’re proud to be playing a role in supporting that ambition. Whether it's working with industrial parks or transforming commercial rooftops in the city centre, our cutting-edge AI technology and in-house design team ensure each project delivers long-term performance and maximum return on investment. With every installation, we’re not just helping businesses—we’re contributing to a greener, more resilient energy future for the region.
Quality, reliability, and a
no non-sense mentality
At Absolar, engineering is at the heart of everything we do. Our commitment to quality starts with rigorous site analysis and design, ensuring every solar installation is tailored for optimal performance and longevity. We don't cut corners; we design systems to last, using proven technologies and components that meet the highest industry standards. Every detail, from panel placement to cable routing, is carefully considered to ensure safety, durability, and efficiency.
For any commercial solar project in Eastleigh, our in-house engineering team brings together decades of experience across electrical, structural, and renewable energy disciplines. This expertise allows us to anticipate and solve challenges before they become problems, giving our clients complete confidence throughout the project lifecycle. From feasibility studies to final commissioning, we operate with a no-nonsense mentality - clear communication, sound decisions, and no surprises.
We believe that true engineering excellence lies not just in technical skill, but in accountability. That’s why we stand behind our work, with robust quality assurance processes, performance monitoring, and post-installation support. Whether it’s a rooftop array on a logistics centre or a ground-mounted system for a manufacturing facility, our clients trust us to deliver solutions that perform, year after year.
The process of a typical project
Commercial solar projects involve multiple parties, and their development can be a complex and lengthy procedure. We summarise the start-to-finish into 5 key steps to help you visualise the process. We have also published a detailed timeline diagram, which can be found here.
Absolar starts every project by presenting clients a remote solar survey report, which details the building's feasibility, estimated project cost, financial viability and payback period estimate. You can request a remote survey for your building here. it's free and totally zero-obligation. After that, Absolar engineers will visit your property for a site survey, collecting internal building information, proceeding to a Grid Application, which is required by Scottish and Southern Electricity Networks (SSEN) for any solar PV project. As the grid application takes up to 3 months, Absolar engineers will work with you during this period to obtain other required paperwork such as planning permission and structural survey.
After the collection of all permissions, Absolar engineers will arrange with you a project commencing date. The entire project will not cause any disruption of your business operations, and the whole process is likely to take 2 - 5 weeks, depending on project size.
Whitepaper - Unlocking the Potential of Commercial Solar
Our latest whitepaper is designed to help businesses and commercial landlords navigate the opportunities and challenges of solar energy adoption. This in-depth guide explores the key steps to developing successful commercial solar projects, whether you own a single property or manage a diverse portfolio. Drawing on our real-world experience, the whitepaper covers everything from assessing rooftop suitability to understanding performance guarantees and compliance requirements.
Crucially, it also breaks down the latest financing options available, including power purchase agreements (PPAs), capital investment models, and landlord-tenant cost-sharing strategies. For commercial landlords, we offer practical guidance on how to structure solar projects that align with lease terms and add long-term value to your properties. Whether you're looking to reduce operational costs, meet ESG targets, or attract sustainability-minded tenants, this whitepaper is your essential roadmap to making solar work for your business.
Reviews
The solar PV system has been a significant investment for us as a business but one that we hope represents our commitment to the future and to sustainable business practices. We might be over 100 years old but we’re not standing still, we’re always looking to the future, adapting and evolving to meet the changing needs of our customers.
Matt Sheen, CEO at Draper Tools
I had the privilege of unveiling Draper Tools' ambitious 900+ solar panel installation at their North Baddesley site this week. This is already generating 73% of the facility’s power needs and is set to prevent over 100 tonnes of carbon emissions per year.
Delivered by local solar specialists Absolar, this project sets a strong example of how businesses can lead the way in sustainability while also securing long-term energy savings.
Caroline Nokes, MP
An exceptional service from start to finish. Planning, preparation and installation of our 489 PV panels was completed with clear and detailed communication and there was no interference to day-to-day operations. Highly recommended.
Chris Hobbs, Business Development Director at Hobbs the Printer
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From the very first meeting, I was won over and every touch point since has just reinforced my view of Absolar. They are brilliant and at what they do - and infectiously passionate about it. The initial proposal was logically laid out, compelling and contained all the financial justification elements a business would need (this made a potentially subjective decision highly objective). Having had our system for 3 years, we have experienced amazing ongoing collaboration and support. I could not be happier with our PV system and the support we get from Absolar… just awesome...
Dr Stephen Rowe, Managing Director at DEKRA UK
Recent Projects
Industrial | Warehouse
With a footprint of over 25,000 square metre, the Draper Tools building in North Baddesley is a large scale industrial warehouse, supplying quality trade, professional and DIY tools. The building has a span of over 210 metres, with multiple roof sections and numerous skylights, which need to be carefully considered as part of the solar system design to 1) ensure health and safety during the installation process and 2) to optimise solar energy generation.
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Manufacturing | Industrial
Located in Newport, Isle of Wight, Diametric specialises in precision engineering and occupies a two-storey industrial unit. The building is constructed with a metal trapezoidal roof. Their energy consumption profile peaks during weekdays from 8 am to 5 pm. As a client of NatWest, Diametric approached Absolar to find solutions to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions.
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Multi-tenanted office building
4 Benham is situated in the Benham Campus of the University of Southampton Science Park. It is a three-floor, multi-tenanted property with a standing seam Kalzip roof. The property experiences high energy consumption during office hours due to the research labs and offices situated inside the building.
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