Solspan® Turnkey Commercial Solar Carports

We design our Solspan® solar carports to optimise outdoor space, meet Net Zero solar saving targets and generate clean energy. Our solar powered carports provide staff, patients and customers with a safe, covered, attractive outdoor space to park their vehicles.

Managing the whole project from initial design to final installation and commissioning, we look after every aspect, giving you complete peace of mind.

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Solspan Solar Carports & Canopies

Turnkey Solar Carport Solutions

Our Approach

We specialise in providing turnkey solar carport and canopy solutions and a seamless, stress-free experience for our clients. Our approach is built on three pillars:

Bespoke Solutions: no two sites are the same, so we design with your layout and goals in mind, whether that means a curved frame that follows parking bays and reduces foundations, or an extended cantilever roof to optimise solar generation.

Turnkey, End-to-End Delivery: we manage the complete process, from initial feasibility and planning right through to precision groundworks, expert installation and final electrical commissioning by our MCS-certified team.

Design Choice & Quality: Select from sustainable timber, lightweight aluminium or heavy-duty steel designs, all engineered to deliver durability, low maintenance and reliable performance year after year.

 

With options for EV charging, battery storage or grid connection, we can create a solar carport that meets your organisation's needs and requirements.

Our Range of Solar Carports

Discover our wide range of solar carports, from robust steel to stunning timber and flexible aluminium designs. 

Steel Solar Carports

Steel Solar Carports

Solspan's steel carport systems are the go-to choice for large-scale commercial or public sector applications.

Designed for high performance, low maintenance, and seamless solar integration, they're engineered to handle the toughest environments.

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Timber Solar Carports

Timber Solar Carports

Our timber solar carports combine the natural beauty of wood with precision engineering to deliver solar carport structures that are as strong as they are striking.

Ideal for rural settings, eco-conscious projects in highly visible locations, and any site where aesthetics and sustainability matter.

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Aluminium Solar Carports

Aluminium Solar Carports

Our aluminium carports offer a more eco-friendly, corrosion-resistant alternative to steel.

With the option to choose surface-mounted ballast foundations, they are perfect for coastal locations or situations where underground foundations are not possible.

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Find out more about our product range in our brochure, including technical information.

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Benefits of our Solar Carports & Canopies

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Cut Carbon Emissions with Renewable Energy

Make use of your solar car parks to generate emission-free electricity to reduce your corporate carbon footprint, and make big steps towards your ESG and Net Zero goals.

Electricity generated onsite helps to offset rising energy costs, protecting the bottom line and delivering ongoing cost savings each year.

Solar Panel designs and materials

European Designed & Sourced Materials

We prefer to use European suppliers for solar panels and components due to the proven high qualitiy and robustness of their products.

There is also the advantage of lower transport emissions than importing from the Far East.

Solar Powered Carport for Carparks

Customised To Your Needs

Choose a solar powered carport entirely customised to your needs - your roof type, incorporate lighting, EV charge points, or company colours as desired.

The solar panels work in the same way as a traditional rooftop solar installation, with a connection to your existing electricity supply, backup battery storage, or connection to the grid (depending on DNO approval).

Solar Panels & EV Charging

EV Charging to Generate Additional Revenue

Installing EV charging points underneath our Solspan® solar carports gives you the opportunity to sell the electricity to the public and generate additional revenue. Or, offer EV charging as a benefit to staff.

Turnkey Solar Carport Project Management

Customers can rest easy in the knowledge that they'll get a full end-to-end service, from design and structural work to final installation and commissioning, providing them with a long-lasting solution that will continue to meet their needs in the future.

We are proud to bring our attention to detail, quality, and exceptional customer service to clients across the country in the commercial, education, healthcare, and public sectors. Our solar carport projects are delivered on time, completed to the highest standards, and with minimal disruption.

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Sectors we work with to provide Commercial Solar Carports

Public Sector

Solar carport installations play a crucial role in your Net Zero strategy, offering an alternative to rooftop solar to increase on-site renewable energy generation, reduce carbon footprint and cut energy costs.

Manufacturing, Retail & Commercial

A solar carport will generate renewable energy onsite to help offset your electricity costs and reduce your overheads.

Or provide customers and staff with a safe and dry place to park their vehicles while they shop, work or relax.

Distribution

Solspan® solar carports can be used to offset rising energy costs and deliver savings every year for dsitribution companies all over the UK.

In addition, installing EV charging points along with the carport offers an additional revenue stream and may help to increase customer dwell time.

Transport & EV Charging Infrastructure

Generate significant quantities of clean energy to charge EV vehicles on-the-go at service stations and petrol stations, and boost profits.

Solar Carports & Canopies ROI

Are you considering a solar carport but not sure what the financial and environmental benefits could be?

Solar carports offer significant carbon and cost savings, shelter for vehicles and can provide energy for EV charging points. Our interactive calculator can help you determine what your site could produce.

Worked Example:

For a carport installation covering a total of 80 spaces (1000m² of solar panels):

CO2 Savings p/a : 28.6 tonnes*

Cost Savings p/a: £32,700*

EV Vehicles charged p/a: Approx 3,200*

Discover what cost and carbon savings you could expect from your carpark using our interactive calculator, the Solar Savings Index.

*NB Outputs are estimates only. For an accurate projection please contact us for more detailed analysis of your site.

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Case study

Mid Kent College

As part of the college's ambitious 'ZERO' initiative to become Net Zero by 2030, three Gradasol steel solar carports were installed in the car park to provide renewable energy and hot water (thanks to the photovoltaic-thermal panels selected for the roof).

With a 303 kWp output, the 123-space installation is expected to generate a significant proportion of the college's energy going forward, reducing carbon and saving huge amounts of energy in the long term.

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Other Services

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Feasibility & ROI Consultancy

Our consultancy service helps you scope out your project, providing accurate output projections, costs and helping you make informed decisions.

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EV Charging 

Solar carports and EV charging are natural partners, and we can help you design and install EV infrastructure as part of your project.

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Battery & Energy Storage Solutions

Battery and energy storage solutions are becoming increasingly popular as a way to balance energy generation and demand peaks, and enabling your organisation to make full use of the power your solar array generates.

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Maintenance & Asset Management

A solar carport installation is a valuable asset and as such needs to be regularly maintained. Our dedicated maintenance and monitoring service helps to ensure your installation is safe and generating at optimal capacity.

How much does a solar carport installation cost?

The cost of a solar carport installation can vary hugely depending on the design, materials used and additional features or bespoke shapes.

However, you can expect to pay between £1,200 and £3,000 per kilowatt peak (kWp).

In general, the cost per kilowatt peak reduces as the number of spaces covered increases.

For an accurate estimate, please contact us for a quote.

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What our customers say

'They were polite and professional and their products are high quality - we're very happy with the end result.'

Project Manager - Skanska UK

Add a Solspan® Solar Carport to your car park

If you'd like to learn more about our Solspan® range, download our brochure today.

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Solspan Solar Carport for Car Parks

What do Solspan® Solar Carport customers receive?

A comprehensive quote

You'll receive a quote and report demonstrating costs, expected outputs and ROI, as well as the estimated money and carbon emissions the carport will save you.

We'll also provide visualisations so you can see how it will look and present to colleagues and stakeholders.

Trusted expertise

Our experienced operatives and electrical contractors are highly-qualified, reliable and trusted.

They have completed hundreds of complex canopy installations across the country, and will seamlessly implement battery storage, EV charging and grid connections ensuring your project is completed to the highest standard.

Complete project management

We want to make it easy for you. You'll work with a single ISO9001-accredited company and point of contact throughout the entire project. 

And, we will complete all necessary groundwork, including EV charging installation if necessary, resurfacing and final cleanup.

Start generating returns on your outdoor space

Get in touch with our team and explore your options. We'll conduct a full survey and provide a bespoke quote free of charge.

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Our Turnkey Solar Carport installation process

At Kensington Systems, we offer end-to-end project management, with a single contact that will keep you informed throughout the whole solar carport installation process, giving you the opportunity to speak with someone directly if you have any queries.

Survey Solar Carports

Survey

We carry out a full site survey before we provide a design and quote. The survey will include; electrical survey, geotechnical survey and ground scans, checking access to the site, and checking any restrictions that may impact installation of the solar carport

Designing Solar Carports & Canopy Structures

Design

We work with our engineers and groundworkers to put together a drawing pack, including solar carport output calculations, diagrams, drawings and visuals, so you can see what the final product will look like and how it will perform. We can make any adjustments based on customer feedback.

Installation of Solar Carports

Installation

Lead time from design to installation will be around 2-3 months. We will prepare the site, digging and pouring concrete for the foundation of the solar carport, EV charging points and trenches for electrics. This is followed by the installation of the solar carport, solar panels, inverters, batteries and EV charging points. Installation times will depend on the project size.

Commissioning Solar Panels and Carports

Commissioning

Once the installation of the solar carport is complete, our experienced electricians will connect the solar panels and inverters to the main fuse box on the site. Everything will be set up and connected, ready for the solar carport to be used.

FAQs

Can I charge EV's with solar panel carports?

Yes, the great thing about our solar panel carports is that the power generated from the panels can be used to charge EVs. The charging points can be installed under the carport.

How long does a solar carport take to install?

From the initial quote to completing and commissioning the installation, the lead time for a Solspan® solar carport can vary between three and five months.

The lead in time varies depending on the size and complexity of the project (larger projects will take longer to install). There are also factors outside our control, such as waiting for planning applications and permits from the local Distribution Network Operator (DNO) to be approved.

How much does it cost to install a solar carport for my business?

We can't give a definitive answer to this question, as every project is bespoke and every client has different requirements. Contact us for a cost estimate for your project. 

How will my business benefit from having solar carports?

Our solar carports can help you achieve your environmental goals, by doing this you will be generating renewable energy which can be used for electricity within your business or to provide EV charging for customers and staff.

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