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Commercial Solar Carports
15+ Years in Business
500+ Commercial Installs
CSLB Licensed Contractor
Statewide EPC Capability
25-Year Warranty
Why Businesses Choose Us
Your Parking Lot Has Been Leaving Money on the Table
A commercial solar carport is an elevated canopy structure installed over your existing parking. Solar panels mount on top, generating clean electricity — while the structure below provides shaded vehicle protection. No rooftop needed.
Dual-purpose infrastructure — generate power while protecting vehicles from heat, hail, and UV damage.
No roof penetrations — ideal for properties with aging roofs or limited structural capacity.
EV charging ready — integrate Level 2 or DC fast chargers directly into the canopy structure.
30% Federal ITC + MACRS depreciation — dramatically reduces your effective net cost from day one.
Why solar carports
Six Reasons Businesses Choose Carports
Over Rooftop Solar
Solar carports aren't just an alternative — in many cases they're the smarter investment for California commercial properties.
Panels at optimized tilt angles with zero rooftop obstructions deliver up to 20% more energy than a comparable rooftop system.
Freestanding structures eliminate roof warranty concerns entirely. Your building's roof stays intact and fully warranted throughout the system's life.
Pair your solar canopy with EV chargers to create a self-powered charging hub. Meet California AB 2511 mandates and attract EV-driving customers and employees.
Shaded parking reduces interior car temps by up to 40°F — a major draw for employee satisfaction, dealership inventory, and customer experience.
The federal ITC (stackable up to 50% with bonus adders), MACRS bonus depreciation, and California SGIP rebates can offset 60–80% of total project cost in year one — but key deadlines fall in mid-2026.
A visible sustainability statement. Solar carports communicate your values to employees, customers, and investors — qualifying for LEED and green building credits.
Who we serve
Built for Every Commercial Property
From auto dealerships to school districts, any property with a parking lot is a candidate for a solar carport.
The Process
Getting Started Is Simple — For Any Size Project
Whether you have 30 spaces or 3,000, our end-to-end process is designed to go seamlessly from start to finish.
Our commercial team evaluates your parking lot, utility bills, and energy goals — delivering a detailed proposal with projected savings and ROI.
Licensed engineers design your carport for maximum energy output, meeting local wind and seismic load requirements specific to your site.
We handle all permit applications, utility interconnection, and AHJ submissions in-house. Zero headaches on your end.
Our in-house crew installs, tests, and commissions your system. Ongoing support and a real-time monitoring dashboard included from day one.
EV Integration
Add EV Charging to your Carport
California's EV mandate is accelerating. Bundle EV chargers into your carport project and take advantage of available EVSE incentives that can substantially reduce your out-of-pocket cost — though incentive coverage varies by program and project.
Level 2 & DC Fast Chargers
Choose the right charger for your use case — employee parking, fleet vehicles, or public customer charging.
30C Federal Tax Credit — Deadline June 30, 2026
The Section 30C credit covers a portion of EVSE equipment and installation costs. When combined with C-PACE zero-down financing, EV charging infrastructure can generate a positive return without large upfront capital — but the 30C credit expires June 30, 2026.
Smart Energy Management
Pair with battery storage to charge vehicles during off-peak hours, reducing demand charges and utility costs further.
Financial Returns
The Numbers Make This a No-Brainer
A commercial solar carport is one of the strongest capital investments a California business can make right now.
Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC)
Base 30% — stacks to 50% with bonus adders. Begin construction by July 4, 2026 to lock in current rates.
30-50%
ITC Bonus Adders
+10% Domestic Content (OOS carports qualify) + 10% Energy Community — stackable on top of base ITC.
+10–20%
MACRS Bonus Depreciation
100% bonus depreciation on remaining basis after ITC — major year-one tax offset.
~26%
Section 179D Deduction
Up to $5.94/sq ft for energy-efficient retrofits. Construction must begin by June 30, 2026.
Up to $5.94/ft²
30C Federal EV Charging Credit
Tax credit on EVSE equipment and installation. Expires June 30, 2026.
30C Credit
California SGIP Cash Rebate
Direct rebate for battery storage — $0.25–$1.00/Wh depending on location and eligibility.
$0.25–$1/Wh
Annual Energy Savings
Typical 200kW carport system in California.
$30K–60K
NEM 3.0 Net Metering
Export excess energy to the grid for bill credits.
Active
Commercial Property Value Increase
Solar-equipped properties command a premium.
+4–6%
5 - 7 Years
Average payback period for California commercial solar carport installations
Available Incentives
Federal ITC — 30% base, stackable to 50%
Domestic Content bonus +10% (OOS carports qualify)
MACRS 100% bonus depreciation
Section 179D deduction (up to $5.94/ft²)
30C EV Charging Credit (expires June 30, 2026)
California SGIP rebate ($0.25–$1.00/Wh)
NEM 3.0 net metering credits
CA property tax exclusion (AB 2462)
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