Solar For Business
SOLAR PANELS, SYSTEMS, AND INSTALLATION FOR BUSINESS
SOLAR PANELS, SYSTEMS, AND INSTALLATION FOR BUSINESS

Turnkey Commercial Solar Services

Commercial solar panel systems are individually designed, custom-made, grid-tied solar power systems for commercial buildings. Will Power Solar designs, installs, maintains, and monitors commercial solar power systems, and we work with customers to calculate your return on investment, apply for relevant rebates, secure solar system financing, and manage your installation project from start to finish including permits and inspections.
  • Consulting & Goal Assessment

    Solar panel consulting and goal assessment for your business are the cornerstones to the success of your solar project. Will Power Solar offers a complimentary solar consultation for your business. This is where we will set the course for the success of your project. First, we will focus on educating. Then, we will begin to work to design your solar system that will meet your needs and budget. Regardless if you go solar or not, Will Power Solar offers all businesses complimentary solar consultations.

  • Project Finance Solutions

    There are many options for financing your solar panel installation for your business.  During this time, we will go thru all financing solutions that are available for your business. We will discuss financing products for for-profits as well as all grants & tax credit realization for not-for-profits.  This will help your business understand all costs associated with the solar project before committing to going solar. 

  • System Development

    Once we have consulted and assessed your business for your solar panel project, Will Power Solar will then develop the right solar panel system for your business.  The development phase is critical to set proper expectations.  Amongst the development phase, items such as the cost, efficiency, and safety of the project will be reported on. 

  • Design and Engineering

    The design phase is where it gets fun.  We will design a custom-fitted solar energy system to meet your goals.  Depending upon your goals and property we will decide if a solar panel roof mounting, pole mounting, or ground mount is best for your project. We will decide how many panels you will need for your power load and how they should be positioned. Any equipment upgrades that may need to be made will be uncovered as well.  Then, we will share final pricing & projected savings. 

  • Project Permitting

    Unfortunately, there is no standardized process for the permitting.  Depending on state, local government and size and complexity of the project, the process can go quickly or move quit slowly.  Will Power Solar offers our solar turnkey solution that includes obtaining all the necessary solar permits from your utility and municipality. In addition, we will obtain all materials for your project. 

  • Installation

    Rest assured that the installation of your solar energy system for your business will be seamless. Our team will install the solar panels to your roof or property.  The solar panels will then be connected to the inverter getting ready for the final inspection. 

  • Inspection

    Before you can officially start using your solar system, the utility and city will complete a final inspection. Inspectors ensure that the modifications to the building or grounds are up to code and that proper permitting was acquired for the project.  Once the final inspection is complete, you can start producing your own electricity. 

  • Operations and Maintenance

    We offer customized solar operations and maintenance services to meet all of our solar systems for businesses. We offer monitoring and reporting, preventative maintenance as well as reactive maintenance.  In addition, we handle solar service calls for other solar installations. 

  • Energy Monitoring

    Will Power Solar will monitor and provide reporting on your solar energy system.  Solar panel remote monitoring makes this process simple by allowing Will Power Solar the ability to monitor thru alerts and notifications.  We will run remote diagnostics and performance monitoring and reporting.  This will help you rest assured that your solar system for your business is optimally running at all times.

CALCULATE YOUR SOLAR POTENTIAL

There are federal, state, and local incentives that can make a big difference in your solar panel cost. Because we serve the entire state of Texas, we are familiar with the tax credits, local rebates, and net metering policies in just about every electric utility, cooperative, and retail providers operating in the state.
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TYPES OF COMMERCIAL SOLAR PANELS & SYSTEMS

TYPES OF COMMERCIAL SOLAR PANEL TECHNOLOGY
Most commercial grade solar panels have at least 96 solar photovoltaic cells per panel, as compared to 60 or 72 cells for residential solar panels. Commercial and industrial solar applications tend to favor a white backsheet and silver frame, both of which slightly increase efficiency (by about 1% to 2%).

Commercial solar power systems typically use three-phase inverters, which provide more power than single-phase inverters. A three-phase inverter offers more voltage in a smaller size, and it is also less expensive.
TYPES OF SYSTEM LAYOUTS
Commercial solar panels are usually installed on the facility's rooftop, with different applications for flat and pitched roofs. The systems can also be installed on multi-vehicle solar carports or elsewhere on the grounds of the property. Our approach is to find the most cost effective way to attach solar to your specific application.
  • Ballasted commercial solar systems do not require penetration of the roof and are appropriate for flat roofs including TPO. There are two types of ballasted systems: east-west and south-facing. East-west systems resemble a wave that stretches across the roof, where the panels are connected end-to-end. These types of systems provide less output per panel but allow you to put more panels on a roof, resulting in higher overall annual solar power production. South facing systems provide more power per panel at a specific time of day, which can provide a better near term ROI. However, spacing is required between each row of panels for shade mitigation, which up to 25% of the roof cannot be covered with panels. On some flat roofs, the solar PV system can be attached using a torchdown method, but that tends to be more costly than ballasts.
  • Attached commercial solar panel systems are used for pitched roofs. Panels are attached with flashing to prevent water leaks on comp shingle roof types or with clamps on standing seam metal and R Panel roof types. Roof penetration is required for comp shingle and R Panel roof types, but not for standing seam metal.
  • Solar carports may be installed over surface parking or on top of parking structures (i.e. the top floor of a parking garage). Solar carports provide shade for vehicles along with solar power. In most cases the panels are still wired to the main facility's meter.
  • Ground mount commercial panel systems may be installed when sufficient roof space isn't available. These systems are typically less expensive than carports because fewer materials are required for the array infrastructure, but depending on their location on the property additional trenching may be required.
HOW DOES COMMERCIAL SOLAR WORK?
The principles behind commercial solar power systems are similar to residential systems but on a larger scale and typically with better financial returns. Solar panels are typically installed on the rooftop, either ballasted or mounted depending on the roof type, on the ground, or on a shade structure in a parking lot or parking garage.
Systems are low maintenance with lifetime warranties, depending on the solar panel and inverter manufacturer. Will Power Solar offers a 10-year workmanship warranty for all of our commercial solar energy systems.
Once installed, your grid-tied solar power system will generate power that is converted to alternating current at the inverter and then fed into your service panel, where it will power your facility. The grid will still provide the additional power required to meet your load, and any power produced by your solar system that exceeds your usage will be returned to the grid. Utilities offer net metering to credit your account for the excess power you generate.

WHY SHOULD BUSINESSES GO SOLAR?

Commercial solar panels are a smart investment to lower your tax liability, reduce your operating expenses, and further your sustainability goals and marketing efforts. For many businesses, solar is primarily a financial decision. The cost of solar installation is partially offset by federal and local incentives including tax credits, depreciation, grants such as the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) managed by the USDA, and rebates. An investment in commercial solar power provides a strong internal rate of return (IRR) and a more favorable payback period than most residential systems.

Growing numbers of businesses in the United States are seeing the financial and environmental benefits of solar energy, leading to a record 3.5 gigawatts of projects under contract as of August 2018. Companies such as Walmart, Kohl’s, and Amazon are leading the way, with growth across many corporate sectors.

Partner with the number one solar contractor in Texas for a hassle-free commercial solar power system installation. We offer attractive financing options, including new in-house financing, that combine with tax credits, depreciation, and local rebates to maximize your return on investment and shorten your payback period.

WHAT TYPES OF COMPANIES SHOULD GO SOLAR?

You must own the building or property and have a large unobstructed area on the roof or grounds. For rooftop solar, your roof should be in good condition. The financial payback for solar is especially compelling if you have higher electrical loads during the day and/or the summer and a passthrough ownership structure with significant tax liability.

Solar may not make as much financial sense for companies with shaded facilities, a roof or electrical service that requires repair or upgrade, or who do not have the capital to invest in a system upfront. Financing options are available but typically require a down payment of at least 30 percent.

THE BENEFITS OF SOLAR FOR BUSINESS INCLUDE:

Reduced operating costs thanks to thousands of dollars of savings on monthly electricity bills.
Protect against changing utility rates. As demand for energy rises and non-renewable resource pools shrink, the cost of energy goes up.
High internal rate of return on a long-term warrantied asset.
Lower tax liability with the federal solar investment tax credit (ITC) and accelerated depreciation.
Marketing and PR opportunities related to sustainability efforts and a lower carbon footprint.
Property buyers are willing to pay more for a property that is energy self-sufficient with lower operating costs.

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BEGIN CONSULTATION

We respect your privacy. Your info will only be used to contact you and to qualify your roof for solar. By clicking “Contact Us” you authorize Will Power Solar to call you and send you pre-recorded messages and text messages at the number you entered above, using an autodialer, with offers about their products or services, even if your phone number is a mobile phone or on any national or state "Do Not Call" list. Message and data rates may apply. Your consent here is not based on a condition of purchase.
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