Commercial Solar — LADWP & SCE 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 Territory
Real Project Economics — Los Angeles, CA
Internal Rate of Return
East-West Roof Configuration
Payback Period
3.8 years to full recovery
Incentives Cover Cost
ITC + MACRS Depreciation
30-Year Lifetime Savings
$693,284 avoided utility cost
Real-World Case Study
A $157K SYSTEM.
$57K NET COST.
3.8-YEAR PAYBACK.
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.
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
The Incentive Stack
INCENTIVES COVER 63–69%
OF YOUR PROJECT COST.
Federal Investment Tax Credit
30% of System Cost
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
Federal MACRS Bonus Depreciation
Up to 60%+ of Net Cost
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
State (CA) MACRS Depreciation
Additional State Benefit
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.