Wellington house re roofing project
When the owners of Wellington House, a two-storey office building in Leicester, needed to carry out repairs to a leaking slate roof, they contacted Taylor Roofing and Nationwide Solar for help. The owner sought a long-term solution to repair the roof and improve the property’s energy efficiency. The Nationwide Solar team was tasked with designing and installing a new 60 kWp in-roof solar PV system, which would integrate with an existing solar configuration on an adjacent building. Nationwide Solar specified “Viridian solar” as the best solution.
Following our detailed site survey, the project goals were agreed with the commercial property owner to:
- Repair leaks and improve roof durability on the longer term.
- Enhance the solar capacity and integrate with the existing export agreements.
- Maintain the building’s aesthetic appeal with a sleek solar solution.
Our solutions and implementation:
- Install durable roofing materials: Working with our sister company Taylor roofing they selected premium roof tiles for enhanced durability and long-term weather resistance, which would blend in with our new solar system.
- Provide efficient solar integration: The 60 kWp Viridian in-roof system was seamlessly installed with the existing 40 kWp setup. Our engineers carefully positioned the panels for maximum sunlight exposure and optimal energy generation. The Nationwide Solar App was used to monitor the installation progress and provide a record of the installation for the building’s owner.
- Ensure compliance with the existing export arrangements: The new Nationwide Solar system was connected to the current export agreements at Wellington House. This allowed the additional solar power to be exported efficiently, without the need for any new arrangements.
Our results:
- A leak-free durable roof: The new roof eradicated all other previous leak issues, protecting Wellington House from any future water damage and reducing the costs of ongoing maintenance requirements.
- An increased solar capacity: The installation of an additional 60 kWp increased the total on-site solar generation capacity to 100 kWp. This significantly enhanced energy production for the offices at Wellington House.
- Energy savings: The increase in solar capacity allowed the owner to cover a larger portion of their energy needs through renewable sources, leading to monthly savings on electricity bills.
- Enhanced property value and sustainability: with a new and more efficient roofing and solar system in place, the owner at Wellington House has benefited from an increase in the property’s value, with an energy-efficient solution that adds to the overall value and appeal of the property.
Some challenges we overcame on the project:
- Weather Conditions: Weather posed a challenge during the project, requiring careful planning to ensure the building structure was protected during the roof replacement.
- Integration with the existing Solar System: It was essential to expand the solar capacity without disrupting the functionality of the existing 40 kWp system, which required precise coordination and planning for the team.
- Maintaining the aesthetic appeal of Wellington House: The goal was to maintain the building’s traditional appearance while incorporating modern solar technology. We selected a high quality in-roof system that provided a sleek, low-profile installation to achieve this.
This project was another great example of our ability to integrate traditional roofing repairs with a sustainable solar solution. Our team’s expertise in managing complex installations ensured that the new 60 kWp solar PV system was efficiently added to the existing 40 kWp setup. We are happy as our customer is happy and we have achieved our goal of increasing the energy savings available while enhancing the overall value of the property.
