What Solaire1300 does

Solaire 1300 Sàrl is a privately held Swiss solar energy company founded in 2007 and headquartered in Gryon, Vaud, with a regional branch in Monthey, Valais opened in spring 2024. The company operates a turnkey solar business model spanning engineering study, equipment supply, professional installation, and post-installation monitoring for residential, commercial, agricultural, and off-grid customers across the Vaud, Valais, and Fribourg cantons. Its product portfolio includes grid-tied photovoltaic systems, standalone off-grid installations with battery storage, integrated solar pergolas, solar air collectors, heat-pump water heaters, and an e-commerce storefront selling DIY plug-and-play kits (Il suffit de brancher 300/600 Wp), the SunTable 2 solar garden table, solar modules (195-400 Wp), batteries (Hoppecke, Banner, YUASA), and accessories, with shipping restricted to Switzerland.

The business generates revenue through three primary streams: project-based installation contracts (one-time, scope-driven), hardware sales through both project supply and the online shop, and a recurring PV monitoring subscription at CHF 240 per year. The company has completed more than 700 installations since founding and was certified in 2025 as both a "Les Pros du Solaire" member and an official "entreprise formatrice" (training company) for apprentice solar installers. Leadership consists of three managing partners: Alain Foretay (Direction), Sylvain Morex (Sales), and Mike Harlow (Technical), supported by a project manager, two installers, an administrative staff member, and additional carpentry/installation resources. The go-to-market motion is sales-led and direct-to-consumer, combining on-site consultation, project engineering, a web-based solar calculator, and a transactional shop.

Solaire 1300 is a small (1-10 employee), self-funded, family-influenced partnership with no external institutional investors, no parent company, and no disclosed financials. Its strategic posture is one of organic regional expansion within French-speaking Switzerland, complemented by product-line extensions into DIY kits, integrated pergolas, and recurring monitoring services, with workforce development through the Swiss apprenticeship system as a long-term capacity lever.

Name

Solaire1300

Legal name

Solaire 1300 Sàrl

Website

https://solaire1300.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Solaire 1300 Sàrl is a Swiss solar energy company founded in 2007, providing turnkey consulting, sales, and installation of photovoltaic and thermal systems for residential, commercial, agricultural, and off-grid customers across the Vaud, Valais, and Fribourg cantons.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Energy Installation Services

NAICS

Solar Electric Power Generation (221114)

akta.pro primary industry

Solar EPC & Construction (Utility-Scale, Rooftop, Balance of System) (EUAMABAB)

Keywords

• Solar installation services
• Photovoltaic systems
• Solar energy consulting
• Battery storage solutions
• Off-grid solar systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Gryon

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Solar Installation Services: Complete solar panel system design, supply, and installation for residential, commercial, and agricultural properties. Revenue generated from project-based installation contracts including engineering, equipment supply, and commissioning.
2. Solar Equipment and Components Sales: Sale of individual solar components including panels, batteries, charge controllers, inverters, LED lighting, solar fridges, and accessories through the online shop. Prices listed in Swiss Francs (CHF).
3. DIY Solar Kit Sales: Pre-packaged plug-and-play solar kits (300 Wp, 600 Wp configurations) and SunTable products sold for self-installation by end customers.
4. PV Monitoring Subscription: Annual subscription service (CHF 240/year) providing 24/7 monitoring, system diagnostics, failure notifications, and monthly production reports for installed PV systems. Automatically renewed unless cancelled.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Solaire 1300 Sàrl is a Swiss solar energy company providing consultation, sale, and installation of photovoltaic and thermal solar equipment for residential, commercial, and agricultural properties. The company delivers turnkey solar projects from engineering study through commissioning, including grid-connected and standalone photovoltaic systems, battery storage, solar pergolas, and solar air collectors. It also operates an e-commerce shop selling DIY plug-and-play solar kits and individual components for self-installation.

Product overview

Solaire1300 is a Swiss solar energy company (Sàrl) offering comprehensive solar solutions including consulting, sales, and professional installation services for both photovoltaic and thermal systems. Their core offerings include grid-connected and standalone photovoltaic systems, battery storage solutions, and solar pergolas. The company operates as both a service provider (providing engineering studies, installation, and subsidy advisory) and a product retailer (selling solar modules, batteries, portable panels, LED lighting, and accessories). Key products include the All In One XXS complete off-grid kit, SunTable 2 solar garden table, plug-and-play "Il suffit de brancher" photovoltaic kits, monocrystalline solar modules (195-400 Wp), deep-cycle batteries from Hoppecke, Banner, and YUASA, CTEK battery chargers, solar air collectors, solar refrigerators, and portable solar panels with backup batteries. They also provide monitoring subscriptions for ongoing system surveillance. Since 2007, the company has completed over 700 installations across Switzerland with locations in Vaud and Valais.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Turnkey Solar Installation Service Full-service solar panel installation including engineering, equipment supply, and commissioning for residential, commercial, and agricultural customers in Vaud, Valais, and Fribourg cantons.
• Engineering and Simulation Study (Bureau d'étude) Professional engineering studies and production simulations for prospective solar installations, including feasibility analysis and system design.
• Solar Subsidies and Grants Advisory Assistance to customers navigating Swiss government grants and subsidies available for solar installations.
• PV Monitoring Subscription Recurring annual subscription (CHF 240/year) for 24/7 monitoring of installed PV systems via web portal, with anomaly detection and monthly production reports.
• All In One XXS Complete Off-Grid Kit All-in-one autonomous 12V solar installation kit combining panel, battery, charge regulator, and safety equipment, designed for alpine chalets and mountain cabins without grid access.
• Il suffit de brancher 300 Wp DIY Kit DIY plug-and-play solar kit for self-installation with one 300 Wp panel, inverter, and safety equipment. Covers about 25% of annual electricity consumption for one person.
• Il suffit de brancher 600 Wp DIY Kit DIY plug-and-play solar kit with two 300 Wp panels and grid-tie inverter for self-installation. Covers about 50% of annual electricity consumption for one person.
• SunTable 2 Solar Garden Table Tempered glass outdoor table (1.7 x 1.0 m) with integrated 320 W photovoltaic cells, micro-inverter, 230V outlet, and safety box. Available in high or low models.
• Monocrystalline Solar Modules (350-400 Wp) Monocrystalline PV modules with power output between 350 and 400 Wp, available individually with pricing upon request.
• Axsun 195 Wp Solar Panel 195 Wp monocrystalline solar panel (1505 x 686 x 40 mm) rated for 7200 Pa wind load, priced at CHF 395.00.
• Deep-Cycle Solar Batteries Deep-cycle solar batteries in various voltages (6V and 12V) and capacities (65Ah to 250Ah), including YUASA gel, Hoppecke AGM VR M, and Banner OPzS series.
• CTEK Professional Battery Chargers Professional CTEK battery chargers including 12V 25A M25 and 24V 14A MXT models with temperature sensors and reconditioning functions.
• Solar Air Collectors Solar air heating collectors in 2 m² (up to 40 m² rooms) and duo 1.1 m² (up to 20 m² rooms) sizes providing fresh heated air ventilation.
• Solar Refrigerators 12/24 Volt DC refrigerators including SF 91, SF 96, and SF 153 models, consuming 360-398 Wh/day, designed for off-grid solar power systems.
• Portable Solar Panels (Nomade) Portable/foldable solar panels (7W and 14W) for charging smartphones, GPS devices, and portable batteries off-grid.
• Portable Backup Batteries (Flip, Venture) Portable lithium backup batteries ranging from 9.4 Wh to 30 Wh for charging mobile devices off-grid.
• Solar-Compatible LED Lighting 12/24V LED lighting products including 8W E27 bulbs (700 Lumen), LED tubes (25 cm and 60 cm), and portable lamps (Mini 100 and Lampe 350).
• Solar Pergolas Solar pergola structures combining aesthetic shading with electricity generation through integrated photovoltaic panels, with adjustable transparency for optimal production.
• Battery Storage and Energy Management Solutions Battery storage systems and energy management solutions designed to improve self-consumption of electricity generated by installed PV systems.
• Integrated Solar Roof Tiles (Tuitovoltaïques MS II) Building-integrated photovoltaic roof tiles (Tuitovoltaïques MS II) for seamless aesthetic roof integration with electricity generation.
• Slate-Style Photovoltaic Roofing Slate-look photovoltaic roofing tiles providing the appearance of natural slate while functioning as electricity-generating solar panels.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 700 solar installations completed since 2007
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Les Pros du SolaireminorOthers · 1 January 2025Certified member of 'Les Pros du Solaire' (The Solar Professionals) association, indicating professional standards and industry recognition within the Swiss solar installation sector.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Romande Energie: Major Swiss utility operating across Vaud and the Lake Geneva region, with a growing solar PV and self-consumption business. Comparable to Solaire1300 as a regional energy provider in the same cantons, with broader portfolio beyond solar.
• Groupe E: Swiss utility serving Fribourg and surrounding cantons with electricity, solar, and energy services. Comparable to Solaire1300 as a regional energy actor offering solar installations to residential and commercial customers in overlapping Swiss geography.

Direct peers

• Megasol Energie AG: Swiss manufacturer and EPC provider of solar PV systems serving residential, commercial, and utility-scale projects. Directly comparable to Solaire1300 as a Switzerland-based solar installer with integrated system offerings.
• Helion Energy (Engie): Swiss solar installer (part of Engie) providing photovoltaic and energy storage solutions. Comparable to Solaire1300 as a Switzerland-based turnkey solar installer targeting similar residential and commercial customers.
• SunStyle: Swiss manufacturer of integrated solar roof tiles. Comparable to Solaire1300 in offering aesthetic, roof-integrated solar solutions, with overlap on the integrated PV tile category referenced in Solaire1300's product line.
• TRITEC AG: Swiss solar distributor and installer offering PV solutions, storage, and engineering services. Comparable to Solaire1300 in providing turnkey solar installations to residential and commercial customers in Switzerland.
• 3S Swiss Solar Solutions AG: Swiss solar manufacturer and installer specializing in integrated solar roof and façade systems. Comparable to Solaire1300 in delivering turnkey solar solutions, with overlap on integrated roofing products such as solar tiles.
• 4B AG: Swiss company offering facade, window, and integrated solar solutions for buildings. Comparable to Solaire1300 in combining building envelope expertise with solar installation for residential and commercial properties.
• Solvatec SA: Swiss solar installer providing photovoltaic systems and energy management solutions. Comparable to Solaire1300 in offering turnkey PV installations and storage solutions to Swiss residential and commercial customers.

Emerging players

• Voltiris: Swiss agrivoltaics startup developing solar solutions for agricultural and greenhouse applications. Comparable to Solaire1300 in addressing Swiss agricultural customers with solar solutions, though focused on a specific niche (agrivoltaics).

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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