Site Inspections
Site Inspections
When was your Solar PV system last checked?
We offer comprehensive school site inspections to ensure everything is as it should be, giving you complete peace of mind that you system is safe for staff and pupils.
- Full electrical testing of your existing solar panels.
- Evaluation of fixing methods and structural integrity.
- Thorough reports and detailed action plans.
- Ensure the safety of your staff and pupils.
Key Partner: Synergy Multi-Academy Trust
We partnered with Synergy Multi-Academy Trust, which encompasses 16 schools. After initially contacting us for a site inspection and remedial work at one of their schools, the Trust chose Impact Services to conduct an additional nine site inspections.
We are incredibly proud to support the Trust and take pride in the work carried out to ensure the safety of staff and pupils across a total of ten schools. If you would like to find out more about the works completed, please contact us on 01603 304306.
Why are site inspections needed?
During the Solar PV ‘gold rush’, many schools benefitted from free solar panels funded by Power Purchase Agreements and Investors.
As East Anglia’s leading solar PV installer, we have since been asked to undertake inspections of schools that benefited from these schemes.
We have uncovered dangerous and rushed electrical works which pose a real risk to the children and staff. One inspection even forced the school to close their playgrounds until necessary remedial works were carried out.
Below are the four most common faults we find at Schools:
1. Incorrect and insufficient ballast.
This image illustrates severely perished low-density blocks, which have left the solar array exposed to being blown off the roof. Additionally, there is insufficient ballast – there should have been double the blocks on this site. This is extremely dangerous and must be rectified as soon as possible.
2. Dangerous live DC cables.
This image shows live DC cables exposed on the roof of one school. These cables should have been raised off the ground, fixed to an aluminum tray, and secured with UV-Resistant Cable Fixings to stop movement and perishing.
3. Perished cable protection.
Using External Weather Shield Steel Wired Armoured Cable is critical as the incorrect cable will perish and expose live wires, as you can see here. This is also extremely dangerous.
4. Damaged panels.
While some level of degradation is common with old systems, many installers failed to inform schools about the maintenance required to keep their panels generating electricity. This image shows a site which is underperforming by at least 50% generation.
Our Approach
With over 16 years of experience in the renewables industry, Impact Services has become the trusted provider of Solar PV installations and site inspections for schools across East Anglia.
Many installation companies have since gone into liquidation, and numerous others did not offer service agreements. In this landscape, our seasoned expertise stands out.
We employ highly experienced and qualified Solar PV Surveyors capable of conducting comprehensive electrical testing and loading assessments of your Solar PV installations. Given that these installations are often several years old and at serious risk of being unsafe, our Surveyors ensure they are thoroughly evaluated and maintained.
Get Started
Ready to ensure the safety and efficiency of your Solar PV system?
Get started with your own site inspection today. Our expert team at Impact Services will conduct a thorough evaluation, addressing any potential issues and providing you with a detailed report.
Join the schools across East Anglia that trust us for their Solar PV needs. Contact us to schedule your site inspection and take the first step towards a safer, more efficient solar energy system.
