System size: 300 x 375Wp Solfit panels – 112Kwp
Located in Barmouth , North Wales, this commercial building was struggling with the typical problems of an aging asbestos roof: persistent leaks, rising maintenance costs, and no clear solution that wouldn’t risk business disruption. Rather than opt for a costly and disruptive roof replacement, the property owner sought a smarter solution, and found it with Solfit.
Our award-winning overclad solar panel system delivered a dual-purpose solution: a watertight new roof surface and a high-output renewable energy system, all installed with no need to remove the original asbestos and no operational downtime.
The challenge
- Leaking asbestos roof: The original asbestos cement roof was old, deteriorating, and allowing water ingress.
- Business continuity: Traditional replacement would involve removing asbestos, requiring shutdown of the building.
- Structural limitations: The roof couldn’t handle the weight of conventional solar on top of a new metal overclad.
- Energy waste: With no solar previously installed, the roof was a wasted opportunity for power generation.
The Solfit solution
Solfit supplied and installed nearly 500 integrated overclad panels, delivering a 175kWp solar system that overlays and seals the existing roof.
- Fully MCs certificated, watertight and fire-certified (B Roof T4)
- Minimal structural impact – ideal for asbestos, fibre cement, or metal roofs
- Eliminated asbestos disturbance – no costly or risky removal
- No business downtime – installed while operations continued as normal
Our unique interlocking panel system creates a watertight solar skin over the existing roof, transforming a building liability into a productive energy asset.
The results
- Immediate energy savings: The system now significantly reduces monthly energy bills.
- Roof protection: No more leaks, and no need for asbestos removal.
- Carbon reduction: The business now contributes to a lower carbon footprint.
- 25 year warranty: Offering the customer the same warranties as a brand new roof!
”The Solfit overclad system is a game-changer. We avoided disruption, solved our roof issues, and are now saving money every month with our own solar generation. We couldn’t be happier with the result.
Rex Newport
Conclusion
This Welsh installation proves how Solfit’s solar overclad system offers a cost-effective, low-disruption solution for businesses with problematic roofs. Whether dealing with asbestos, ageing materials, or energy inefficiency, Solfit allows commercial buildings to upgrade and generate clean power, without compromise.
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