Construction & builders’ merchants
Commercial solar for construction & builders’ merchants
Builders’ merchants and construction firms run warehouses, trade counters, showrooms and yards, with growing electric-fleet needs.
Builders’ merchants and construction firms run warehouses, trade counters, showrooms and yards, with growing electric-fleet needs. Funded solar, battery storage and EV charging cut energy costs and support fleet electrification, with no upfront investment.
Merchant warehouses and trade counters draw steady daytime power for lighting, handling equipment and heating, while large yards and canopies add roof options. As vans and plant go electric, on-site charging becomes a real cost to manage.
A PPA lets construction businesses add solar and battery storage with no capital outlay — cutting bills, supporting affordable fleet charging, and helping meet the sustainability requirements now common in tenders.
Why it fits
Why construction & builders’ merchants suit solar & battery
Warehouses and canopies
Merchant roofs and yard canopies offer good area for solar without affecting operations.
Support electric vans and plant
Solar and battery cut the cost of charging an electrifying fleet.
Win more work
On-site renewables help meet the sustainability criteria increasingly built into contracts.
Fully funded
A PPA covers the system, keeping capital free for stock and plant.
Fund it your way
Zero upfront, or own it outright
Most construction & builders’ merchants choose a PPA for zero upfront cost and a fully managed system. If you would rather own the asset and claim the tax benefits, hire purchase or outright purchase (CapEx) may suit you better.
Questions
Construction & builders’ merchants solar FAQs
Can solar help charge our vans and plant?
Yes. Solar and battery storage reduce the cost and grid impact of charging electric vans, forklifts and plant, especially with daytime charging.
Do you cover multi-branch merchants?
Yes. A programme can span several branches under one agreement, phased to suit you. We assess each site’s roof and demand.
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Popular guides
Explore commercial solar, battery storage, funding options or read our guide to PPAs.
Ready to cut your construction & builders’ merchants energy bills?
Get a free, no-obligation proposal — a tailored system design and a fixed rate at least 30% below your current supplier.
- £0 upfront cost
- Rates 30%+ below the grid
- Fully funded & maintained
- No obligation