Solar Photovoltaic Systems
Our core product offering is the installation of rooftop solar photovoltaic systems, which generate electricity; essentially, a private rooftop power plant running on sunshine.
We aim to work with property owners to install systems on their roofs, to supply electricity to cover their house electricity expenses, as well as to provide electricity to tenants in return for increased rent. So long as the rent increase, is less than the amount that the tenant would have paid for the same amount of electricity from the utility, its a financial win, and as a cherry on top, its something environmentally conscious.
The opportunity exists in constructing assets where the revenue gained from the generation of electricity, is attractive relative to the cost of construction of the system, net of tax attributes. Generally, small consumers of electricity pay more than large consumers of electricity for each unit consumed (kWh), so the most attractive deals tend to be shopping centers, or apartment complexes with multiple small tenants; we're seeing typical unlevered IRRs on Flat and Metal Roofs on the order of 25-35%.
There is currently legislation in the State of Florida which requires the for profit utilities, such as Duke Energy and Florida Power & Light, to enter into a "Net Metering" Agreement with independent power producers 2MW or less.
FPL’s Net Metering program allows customers to interconnect approved renewable generation systems to the grid and provide electricity to their residence or facility, rather than purchasing that energy from their electric utility. Under FPL’s Net Metering interconnection agreement, when a customer’s system produces excess energy that amount is deducted from the customer’s monthly usage before they are billed. If you produce more energy than you receive, the excess amounts are applied to your next month’s electric bill. At the end of each calendar year, any remaining kWh in your reserve will be credited to your account at the annual average cost of generation (COG-1).
Each system is connected to the internet allowing all parties to monitor the amount of electricity generated, to ensure that the system is performing as expected. We leverage this monitoring data to implement our performance guarantee, reimbursing clients in the event that the system produces less electricity than our guarantee amount, ensuring predictable financial performance for our clients.
Commercial Roofing
Why Choose Us
Backed by our warranties, every roof we install or upgrade is guaranteed to satisfy. Providing high-caliber service to each and every one of our commercial clients, we keep our focus consistently aimed at unparalleled workmanship. Working with us to install your roof and your Solar PV System together, we're able to ensure a seamless interface, and fully guarantee that the integrity of the combined product.
Here's what you can expect when you work with us:
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On-site supervisor for each project
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Fully guaranteed workmanship
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Licensed & insured
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Manufacturer's 20-year "no dollar limit" warranties
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All work performed to OSHA safety standards
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In house dumpster services
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Computerized sheet metal fabrication services
Superior Products, Quality Roof Installation
Your roof is an investment, and we are committed to providing you with a top quality, long-lasting roofing system, designed to protect you during hurricane season and provide maximum protection for your property. We're experts in the installation of the industry's leading commercial roofing systems, including:
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Fabrication & installation of standing seam metal roof systems
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SBS-modified Bitumen roof systems
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Silicone Roof Coating Systems
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Single-ply membrane systems—both TPO and PVC systems
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Slope-to-drain tapered insulation systems
Energy Storage
Net Metering allows for Solar PV Systems to operate without any on site energy storage, because the utility serves to "Store" any surplus energy produced by the system, and supplying any deficit that the site may need. However, if the utility grid is rendered inoperable, such as what may occur as a result of natural disaster, or act of war, then the Solar PV System will also be forced to turn off until the grid returns to normal operation.
This can be solved by installing stationary battery storage on site, where in the event of a failure of the utility grid, the batteries can charge from the Solar Array whenever the system is producing more electricity than the building is using, and supply any deficit whenever the building is consuming electricity faster than it is being produced. This will allow the continued operation of the system, even when the grid is not functioning, similar to what may be accomplished with an on-site backup generator.
Additionally, large consumers of electricity are charged not only for each unit of energy that they consume (kWh), but also based on the rate at which energy is consumed (kW), also known as a "Demand" charge. On site battery storage can be used to strategically discharge durring periods of peak consumption, and then re-charge durring periods of lesser consumption to reduce the rate at which energy is supplied by the utility, causing a reduction in the demand charge component of the utility bill. This is managed by an intelligent algorithm within the battery storage system and does not require manual management.