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MCS CERTIFIED COMMERCIAL INSTALLER

Cut your energy bills.
Cut your corporation tax.

UK businesses can write off 100% of commercial solar installations against taxable profits — saving up to 25p for every £1 invested.

FINANCE AVAILABLE — £0 UPFRONT

Free, no-obligation assessment • Takes 60 seconds

MCSRECC

Trusted by 150+ UK businesses

500+

commercial installs

50MW

installed capacity

MCS

certified

“Commercial solar isn't an expense. It's a tax-efficient investment that reduces your operating costs from day one — and keeps reducing them for 25 years.”

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Know exactly what you'll earn, save, and write off

Commercial solar delivers three distinct financial benefits. Your free business case calculates all of them.

📉

SAVE

£14,000/yr

on energy bills

+

💷

EARN

£3,200/yr

from grid export

+

📋

WRITE OFF

£21,250

tax saved year 1

Free, no-obligation assessment • Takes 60 seconds

FLEXIBLE FINANCE

£0 upfront. Full tax benefits.

Spread the investment over 3–7 years. Keep your capital working.

RECOMMENDED

Hire Purchase

Own the asset from day one. Claim the full Annual Investment Allowance immediately.

Full AIA deduction in year one

You own the system outright

Fixed payments, easy budgeting

Typical terms: 3–7 years

Finance Lease

Lower monthly payments with flexibility to upgrade at end of term.

Lower monthly outlay

Upgrade flexibility

Off-balance sheet options

Claim allowances on payments

Operating Lease

Treat it as an operational expense. Simple, predictable monthly cost.

100% tax-deductible as expense

Off-balance sheet

Maintenance often included

Walk away at end of term

Finance provided in partnership with Access Business Finance — specialists in commercial renewable energy finance since 2009.

ANNUAL INVESTMENT ALLOWANCE

Write off 100% of your installation against tax

The Annual Investment Allowance lets UK businesses deduct qualifying capital expenditure — including solar — directly from taxable profits. Not over 25 years. This year.

£85,000

You invest

−£85,000

From taxable profits

£21,250

Back in your pocket

AIA permanently set at £1 million — most installations qualify

Solar classified as “plant and machinery” by HMRC

Claim the full deduction in your current financial year

EV chargepoints also qualify — bundle for additional savings

Capital allowances reduce taxable profits. Consult a qualified accountant.

Business documents and tax savings

£25,000

Average tax saved on a 100kW installation

BUSINESS CASE CALCULATOR

Model your year-one returns

Adjust the sliders to see your projected savings, tax relief, and net position

£100,000
£30k£500k

Net year 1 position

+£20,200

Cash positive from day one

Tax relief

£25,000

Energy savings

£16,800

Finance cost

£21,600

Free, personalised business case based on your actual roof

Large logistics warehouse with rooftop solar array
FINANCED

“We were paying £2,800 a month in energy. Now we pay £1,780 for the finance and our bills dropped to £300. The decision made itself.”

Northern Distribution Ltd

Sheffield • 150kW System

£18,000

Annual saving

£23,750

Tax saved

4.2 years

Payback

Modern glass office building with rooftop solar array
PAID IN CASH

“The tax saving alone covered a quarter of the installation. We'll have paid it off in under five years. Then it's pure profit.”

Harrison & Cole Solicitors

Leeds • 75kW System

£9,200

Annual saving

£13,000

Tax saved

4.2 years

Payback

Boutique country hotel with solar panels
FINANCED

“Our guests love that we're sustainable. Our accountant loves the tax relief. And we love the extra £200 in the bank every month.”

The Grange Country House

York • 100kW System

£14,000

Annual saving

£17,500

Tax saved

+£200/mo

Cash positive

From enquiry to earning

A clear, professional process designed around your business.

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1

ASSESSMENT

Week 1

Free site survey and energy audit. We assess your roof, usage, and needs.

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2

DESIGN

Week 2

Bespoke system designed for your roof. We model generation and ROI.

Professional meeting room with business proposal
3

PROPOSAL

Week 2-3

Full business case with finance options. Everything your board needs.

Installation team on commercial flat roof
4

INSTALL

2-5 days

MCS-certified team. Most installs in 2-5 days. Weekend options available.

Business owner viewing energy monitoring dashboard
5

EARNING

Day 1

Commissioned, registered, generating. Saving money from the moment we switch on.

Average time from enquiry to earning: 4-6 weeks

BEYOND THE NUMBERS

Returns that don't show on a P&L

Sustainability and ESG reporting

Strengthen your ESG position

Quantifiable carbon reduction for sustainability reports. A typical 100kW system saves 28 tonnes of CO₂ per year.

Talent and people

Attract and retain talent

68% of employees consider sustainability when choosing an employer. Visible commitment is a competitive advantage.

Brand and reputation

Enhance your brand

73% of consumers prefer sustainable businesses. Solar panels are branding that pays for itself.

Modern office interior with engaged employees

Trusted by UK businesses

MCS-certified installations backed by comprehensive warranties.

MCS

Certified Installer

£5M

Public Liability

150+

Commercial Installs

25yr

Panel Warranty

Technology partners

EnphaseSIG EnergySunSynkJinko Solar
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FREE BUSINESS CASE

Your business case is waiting

Tax documentation. Finance options. Full installation quote.

✓ Site-specific savings

✓ Tax documentation

✓ Finance options

✓ ROI comparison

Questions? Call 0800 059 0606