SOLAR-AM CONSTRUCTION
Solar-AM Construction is a one-stop shop for all your energy improvement needs
GOING GREEN MEANS-SAVING GREEN!
Solar for Your Business
A Solar Energy Solution is a smart option for various different businesses. Many business owners, from hotels to wineries to retail stores, are making the decision to go Solar today. Solar has many benefits to your business:
Save significantly on your electric and/or gas utility expenses
Add value to your commercial property
Take advantage of major tax benefits available only to businesses
Create a greener image for your business, and make your establishment stand out from the rest
Solar-AM Construction offers complete Clean Energy Solutions custom designed for your business. Find out what we can do for your business today.
Services
Solar-AM Construction is a Solar Energy systems provider that has been designing and supplying Solar Energy systems to residential and commercial customers.
Our team is complete with engineers, Solar specialists, energy efficiency experts, financing resources, and a network of qualified Solar installers, allowing us to be a one-stop shop for all your energy improvement needs.
Our team will:
* Conduct a site visit to your facility to assess what energy upgrades is possible
* Recommend energy efficiency measures that should be undertaken and describe the benefits
* Provide a financial analysis of the complete energy upgrade project
* Offer you a range of financing solutions through our lending partners
Technology
Solar-AM Construction’s team takes a three-pronged approach to creating effective energy solutions for its customers:
* Energy Efficiency
* Solar Electric (PV)
* Solar Thermal
If your facility has a Pool that requires Heating, Solar provides the most cost-effective heating solution available.
Energy Efficiency
Energy efficiency is a very important first step to address in any energy upgrade project. By conducting an energy audit we can identify and recommend specific energy efficiency measures that will result in the most substantial energy savings and are the most compatible with your business.
Today there exist a range of energy efficiency measures that can be easily and cost-effectively
implemented in your place of business. Common measures include lighting retrofits, incorporating sensors for lighting and climate control, and appliance upgrades.
Any energy efficiency upgrades that you make to your facility upfront will reduce your overall
consumption of energy, and thus, reduce the size (and cost) of the Solar system you will need
Solar Electric Systems for Your Business
PV Array
The rising cost of electricity and the generous government incentives available have led many businesses to purchase and install a solar electric system for their businesses. You can begin saving significantly on your electricity bill, benefit from government tax credits, and promote a green image for your business by installing a solar electric system today.
According to this data from the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), the cost of electricity from
Reliability
A Solar Electric system is a great investment for any business. The systems are extremely reliable and have very low operating costs, as the system contains no moving parts and therefore requires almost no maintenance. Solar Electric systems have a 30-40 year design life and the Solar panels have a 25-year warranty.
A battery bank may be added to your system creating an uninterruptible power system to handle critical loads, such as computers, cash registers, and phone systems, during a power failure.
Government Incentives for Solar Electric on Businesses
The most generous incentives for solar today are available for businesses, and especially those with a tax appetite. In addition to a Federal tax credit, many states are now developing their own rebate incentive programs to encourage Solar.
Federal Tax Credit
Any business that installs a solar electric system on its property by December 31, 2008, is eligible for a 30% Federal Tax Credit on the total installed cost of the system. In addition to this credit, the business may take advantage of the 5-year accelerated depreciation schedule for the solar system.
State Rebates and Incentives
Many other states are now offering similar rebates and incentives for Solar. A complete list of incentives for Solar nationwide can be found here: www.dsireusa.org
Finance and Save
You can save cash for your business right from year one by financing the system over as little as 7 to 10 years. Solar-AM Construction’s customers have used both secured mortgage financing and lease financing to finance their systems. We can help arrange system finance.
Solar Thermal for Your Business
Thermal System
Many businesses today, from restaurants and hotels to Laundromats and Carwash facilities, have substantial gas bills in order to serve their hot water demand. And with the rapidly increasing global demand for natural gas, the primary fuel source for water heating today, the cost of heating water will only continue to grow into the future.
A Solar Water Heating system is the most economical way to heat your water. The systems are reliable, have a long design-life, and can provide up to 60-70% energy savings.
And if your facility has a Pool, Solar provides the most cost-effective heating solution available. Solar Pool Heating systems have been installed on thousands of hotels, schools/colleges, and recreation centers for many years. With an average 2-3 year payback, Solar Pool Heating systems are so economical they do not require any government incentives.
Government Incentives for Solar Water Heating on Businesses
The most generous incentives for solar today are available for businesses, and especially those with a tax appetite. In addition to a Federal tax credit, many states are now developing their own rebate incentive programs to encourage solar.
Federal Tax Credit
Any business that installs a Solar Water Heating system on its property by December 31, 2008, is eligible for a 30% Federal Tax Credit on the total installed cost of the system. In addition to this credit, the business may take advantage of the 5-year accelerated depreciation schedule for the Solar system.
State/Local Rebates for Solar Water Heating on Businesses
A few select programs offering Solar Water Heating rebates exist throughout the
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