IRR: 21.8%  ·PAYBACK: 3.8 YRS  ·INCENTIVES COVER: 63%+ OF COST  ·YEAR 1 SAVINGS: $15,899  ·30-YR LIFETIME SAVINGS: $693,284  ·CSLB #1088165  ·LADWP · SCE · SDG&E TERRITORY  ·IRR: 21.8%  ·PAYBACK: 3.8 YRS  ·INCENTIVES COVER: 63%+ OF COST  ·YEAR 1 SAVINGS: $15,899  ·30-YR LIFETIME SAVINGS: $693,284  ·CSLB #1088165  ·LADWP · SCE · SDG&E TERRITORY  ·
Commercial Solar — LADWP · SCE · SDG&E Territory

Your Roof Is a 21.8% IRR Asset.

We design and install commercial solar systems that deliver measurable financial returns for property owners across Southern California. Real numbers. Real projects. No consumer-grade promises.

CSLB #1088165 · Licensed & Insured · Serving LADWP · SCE · SDG&E Territory

0.0%
Internal Rate of Return
East-West Roof Config
0.0 Yrs
Payback Period
Full cost recovery
0%
Incentives Cover Cost
ITC + MACRS Depreciation
0K
30-Year Lifetime Savings
$693,284 avoided utility cost

Real-World Case Study

A $157K System.
$57K Net Cost.
3.8-Year Payback.

System Pricing & Incentives

Gross System Cost$157,752
Federal Investment Tax Credit (30%)−$47,326
Federal MACRS Bonus Depreciation−$40,227
State (CA) MACRS Depreciation−$12,620
Total Incentives$100,173 (63.5%)
Net System Cost$57,579
$15,899
Year 1 Savings
3.8 Years
Payback Period
21.8%
IRR
$693,284
30-Yr Savings

System Details

System Size50.4 kW DC / 44.8 kW AC
Panels126 × Trina Solar 400W
InvertersAPSystems Microinverters
Annual Generation85,034 kWh
Usage Offset86.2%
Utility RateSCE GS-2-TOU (Commercial)

A private real estate development firm in Los Angeles with a large flat commercial roof and a significant monthly utility bill on SCE's GS-2-TOU rate schedule. The east-west panel configuration maximized energy production across morning and afternoon peak hours.

The Incentive Stack

Incentives Cover 63–69%
Of Your Project Cost.

30% of System Cost

Federal Investment Tax Credit

The ITC allows commercial property owners to deduct 30% of the total solar installation cost directly from their federal tax liability — dollar for dollar.

On a $157,752 system: −$47,326
Up to 60%+ of Net Cost

Federal MACRS Bonus Depreciation

Commercial solar qualifies for Modified Accelerated Cost Recovery System (MACRS) depreciation, allowing businesses to depreciate the system value over 5 years, with bonus depreciation in Year 1.

On a $157,752 system: −$40,227
Additional State Benefit

State (CA) MACRS Depreciation

California also allows MACRS depreciation at the state level, providing an additional tax benefit that further reduces the effective net cost of the project.

On a $157,752 system: −$12,620

Important: These benefits require tax liability.

The ITC and MACRS depreciation benefits are only valuable to businesses with a meaningful federal and state tax liability. This means we target profitable, cash-flowing commercial property owners — not distressed operators or low-income programs. If your business is generating taxable income, these incentives are designed for you.

Who We Serve

The Ideal
Commercial Client.

We specialize in private real estate developers and property managers who own commercial buildings in Southern California. Our sweet spot is the segment that is large enough to be strategic but underserved by national solar companies.

Private Real Estate Developers

Family offices, syndicate operators, and development firms owning 5–20 commercial properties. Direct decision-makers who can move quickly and have the tax appetite for ITC and MACRS benefits.

Light Industrial & Warehouse Owners

Single-story warehouses, distribution centers, and light industrial properties with large, flat, unobstructed roofs. These properties typically carry significant utility bills on commercial rate schedules.

Retail Strip Center Owners

Single-story retail centers with ample roof space. Commercial TOU rates make solar particularly valuable, as time-of-use pricing rewards generation during peak demand hours.

Multi-Family Property Owners

Apartment building owners looking to reduce common-area energy costs, add EV charging as a tenant amenity, or improve NOI and asset value through energy cost reduction.

Our Services

Full-Service Commercial
Energy Solutions.

Commercial Solar PV

Design and installation of rooftop solar systems for commercial properties. We handle permitting, interconnection, and commissioning.

Battery Storage

Commercial battery systems that maximize your solar investment by storing excess generation and providing backup power during outages.

EV Charging Infrastructure

Level 2 and DC Fast Charging installation for commercial properties, multifamily buildings, and fleet operators.

Economic Analysis & Pre-Engineering

ROI analysis, cash-on-cash return modeling, RFP preparation, and procurement services for portfolio operators.

Free Property Analysis

Find Out What
Your Roof
Is Worth.

We provide a no-obligation preliminary analysis for your property. Based on your roof size, orientation, and utility rate schedule, we'll show you a realistic projection of your system economics — including net cost after incentives, Year 1 savings, payback period, and IRR.

  • Preliminary ROI analysis at no cost
  • Full incentive breakdown (ITC + MACRS)
  • System sizing based on your utility bills
  • No pressure, no obligation
(619) 808-2403
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Serving LADWP · SCE · SDG&E Territory, Southern California

CSLB #1088165 · Licensed & Insured

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