Operations & Maintenance

Commercial solar O&M services

Safeguard your renewable investment.

Commercial Solar O&M services maximise the ROI on your clean energy asset

Solar PV systems require little maintenance or repair over the course of their lifespan, with no moving parts and a design intended to withstand our ever-changing weather and seasons.

A proactive approach to the care and maintenance of your commercial PV system can help avoid potentially expensive problems in the future, however on the rare occasions that damage or a fault might occur our Operations & Maintenance services provide the knowledge, expertise and industry-leading components needed to correct these issues and return your arrays to optimal efficiency.

Our O&M services are available as single or scheduled contracts for clients with solar PV systems in commercial, agricultural and campus settings, including factories, warehouses, offices, farms and schools.

Scope of Commercial Solar O&M

Our O&M services are comprised of the four key pillars below. Clients can select the solutions that suit the scale and demands of their organisation.

Realtime performance monitoring

Our PV system monitoring software provides detailed realtime information about module performance while also playing a key role in identifying issues and shortfalls. A proactive approach to PV system care can assist in avoiding potentially expensive problems in the future. Users can export and share performance information to stakeholders. This service offers the clarity needed to obtain the best possible return on investment over the lifetime of a PV system.

Data driven

Risk management and preventative maintenance

Our annual inspection service is a detailed assessment of the current condition of each element of a commercial PV system. This includes: close visual checks of all solar panels by drone or first person, inspection of inverters, confirming AC voltage at inverters, fault log investigation, DC junction box and fuse checks and signs of water ingress in all of the aforementioned components. Current faults can be diagnosed and potential future issues identified.

Diagnosis

Intensive solar array checks

A complete inspection of the solar panels, clamps, railings, DC connectors and wiring. Tests conducted for Potential Induced Degradation (PID) and insulation resistance (RISO). Faulty module cells are identified through thermographic surveys.

Testing

Repairing physical damage

We undertake maintenance, testing and repairs on PV systems damaged by storms, fallen trees and other unplanned events. This ranges from replacing a single solar panel to a full swap out of inverters. Replacement items are sourced from the world’s leading Tier 1 manufacturers.

Repairs

Why use Essential Solar for your commercial solar O&M?

With more than 15 years’ experience in all aspects of the UK solar industry there are plenty of good reasons to use our team!

Knowledgeable team

Passionate and driven, our team have worked in all areas of the commercial solar industry, including mounting and fitting commercial-scale arrays, diagnosing faults and making repairs.

Free assessments

We offer free diagnosis and fault finding by phone or email. Occasionally this is enough for a customer to correct a problem themselves.

Quick response

With thousands of parts in stock (including panels from the world’s leading manufacturers, mounts, rails and inverters) we can attend site and make repairs without delay.

Client first

Customers can expect honest advice with open and transparent pricing. Reliable service from industry experts with no hidden fees or spurious charges.

Need help with a PV performance problem?

Find out more about our O&M and aftercare services!

Step 1 – photos of your PV system

Document and photograph issues with the PV system, including any physical damage (if possible).

Step 2 – submit your details to us

Use our online contact form to submit this information to our expert team.

Step 3 – service site visit confirmed

Our team will reply by phone or email to learn more about your system issues. If the client is happy to proceed a site visit is then arranged.

Commercial Solar O&M enquiries

Learn more about our O&M services nationwide. Call our friendly, expert team on 0161 706 0868 or use the online contact form.