A good BIPV roof delivery starts with an unloading plan. Roofing elements with integrated cells require careful handling, suitable support and protection in accordance with the instructions. On a small plot, space between the scaffolding and stored materials can quickly run short. It is worth agreeing the logistics before the vehicle arrives. This helps to reduce downtime, accidental damage and elements being left in unsuitable places. The contractor should know the access route, the gate width, the parking position and the unloading options. Overhead cables at the entrance, soft verges and the space needed for equipment to operate must be taken into account. The information that a lorry once entered the property does not replace establishing the parameters of the specific delivery and the planned unloading method.

On an open plot, a photovoltaic roof must be assessed as part of the building structure. Local wind conditions, the shape of the building and the zones at the roof edges all matter. The absence of additional mounting above the covering can be beneficial for the appearance and layout of the roof, but it does not mean wind resistance without calculations. A proper BIPV system requires designed fixings, support and complete detailing of all junctions. A building surrounded by fields may be subject to different wind loads than one in dense development. Terrain shape, height and surroundings are important. The owner's own impression that it is often windy here is not sufficient for selecting fixings. The assessment should follow established design rules and the location of the project.