Solar Panels for Farms in Lincolnshire
Lincolnshire is one of the UK's most productive farming counties — and that means high electricity demand. From grain stores and cold rooms to workshops, packing lines, and irrigation, farms use power throughout the day. Solar panels are a natural fit.
Why farms are ideal for solar
Agricultural buildings often have large, unobstructed roof spaces pointing in a good direction for generation. Unlike many homes, farm electricity use tends to peak during daylight hours — exactly when solar panels produce the most energy.
That means more of what you generate is used on-site rather than exported to the grid, improving your return on investment.
Typical farm installations
We install solar PV on a wide range of agricultural properties across Lincolnshire, including:
- Grain stores and barns — large roof areas with strong structural capacity
- Cold stores and packhouses — high daytime energy demand makes solar particularly effective
- Workshops and farm offices — smaller systems that offset running costs year-round
- Diversified farm businesses — holiday lets, equestrian facilities, and farm shops
Every site is different. We carry out a full survey to assess roof condition, orientation, shading, and your current electricity usage before recommending a system size.
Cutting costs and adding resilience
Energy prices have made on-farm generation increasingly attractive. A well-sized solar system can:
- Reduce reliance on grid electricity
- Lower the running costs of cold storage and processing equipment
- Provide long-term protection against rising energy prices
- Support sustainability goals for farm assurance schemes and supply chain requirements
Pairing solar with battery storage allows you to store surplus generation for use in the evening or during peak tariff periods.
MCS accreditation — essential for farms
For any solar installation, MCS accreditation ensures your system meets industry standards. As MCS accredited installers based in Spalding, PPM Electrical designs and installs systems that qualify for Smart Export Guarantee payments and are covered by appropriate warranties.
We handle the full installation — panels, inverters, mounting, electrical work, and grid connection paperwork.
Areas we cover
We work with farms across Lincolnshire and the surrounding region, including Spalding, Boston, Holbeach, Sleaford, Grantham, Stamford, Bourne, and Peterborough.
Get a free farm survey
If you have a barn, grain store, or agricultural building and want to explore solar, we offer a free, no-obligation site survey and quote.
Call 07714 736921, email phill@ppmelectricalltd.co.uk, or get in touch through our website.