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Solar Panels for Self Storage Facilites in North Carolina

Businesses can save 30% via the Federal Tax Credit, further savings via Bonus Depreciation, the USDA REAP grant and
other Federal Funding opportunities

Commercial Building with Solar Panels on the Roof

Want to run your
self storage facility
at a low cost?

If you’re looking to equip your self storage with affordable power, solar energy is a great option. Solar panels can help your self storage business gain a competitive edge by reducing electricity bills, attracting eco-conscious customers, and saving money from tax incentives.

8MSolar offers solar panel installation for self storage centers in North Carolina. We have the experience and resources to equip your organization with a solar system that meets your demands and budget.

The only solar panel installer with a fully licensed in-house team of engineers

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How your self storage business
can benefit from solar panels

Self storage facilities have a constant electric load, which can easily be off set by a commercial solar panel system powered by 8MSolar. See a case study on how 8MSolar can save self storage businesses up to 80% in electrical costs.

Lower operating costs

Lower operating costs

Your self storage facility will increase its energy independence with solar panels, meaning the monthly fee you pay to your utility company will decrease

Attract eco-conscious customers

Attract eco-conscious customers

Consumers are willing to pay 33% more for eco-friendly services. By installing solar panels and promoting this feature, you can attract a wider portion of the market

No noise pollution

No noise pollution

Unlike other forms of electricity, which can be very noisy, solar energy is very quiet and offers a more relaxed environment for your customers and visitors

Increase energy security

Increase energy security

Provide a stable source of energy with solar panels and maintain power, even if a grid goes down and becomes unstable. Self-sufficiency keeps your electricity running consistently

Maintain consistent energy

Maintain consistent energy

Solar energy keep a reliable, steady stream of energy that helps you monitor energy consumption and more accurately predict your monthly energy bills

Benefit from tax rebates

Benefit from tax rebates

Commercial solar power has never been more affordable. With up to 50% of cost reimbursable through the USDA reap grant, another 30% through the solar tax credit, plus depreciation savings, most systems return a positive cash flow in less than 5 years.

Make a difference
protect our planet

Solar has the potential to power all of your church or chicken farm facilities from clean, renewable sunlight alone. Are you ready to harness that power for the greater good?

Switching to solar power is the equivalent of:

Commercial Building with Solar Panels on the Roof

Your solar poweR journey starts here

8MSolar is the industry leader in delivering turnkey solar projects for our self storage clients. Our solar experts take care of the entire panel installation process, keeping you informed every step of the way. Our team adheres to the following steps to ensure quality, consistency, and reliability.

Evaluate

We review your self storage facility’s energy consumption to determine the size of the system you need, how much you will potentially save, and the rebates you can avail of and present our findings to you

Approve

Our engineering team creates electrical and mechanical drawings for you to review and if you’re happy, we perform all permitting and inspections required before beginning the installation process

Deliver

Our in-house solar power engineers and installers execute your solar energy project with meticulous attention to detail, manage local authority and utility sign-offs and providing detailed reports

Solar energy helped this
SELF STORAGE BUSINESS, are you next?

Why we are the #1 solar panel company

Last summer after purchasing a house in NC, I looked into getting a solar energy system with a battery backup. Quickly realized that the Tesla Powerwall 3 would be the best fit for my needs, so then looked into a good installer. Checked out a few, and 8MSolar stood out at the top with the best price for the Tesla Powerwall 3 as well as solar panels from Canadian Solar. I also needed a new main breaker panel as well as a new sub panel, and 8Msolar quoted for that as well with a highly competitive price. On the strength of the competitive pricing, good outreach, and numerous good reviews, I went with 8M. This was a large and complex installation (in my opinion), which ultimately included 2 Powerwall 3's, 2 additional Tesla battery expansion units, about 11kW of panels, a new 200 amp main panel, and a new 200 amp sub panel in the garage. The job took 2 days, however the team was large, worked hard, and honestly it was a massive undertaking with all the new solar circuits as well as a new 200 amp feed from the main panel to the sub panel. The quality of installation was superb, the conduits were run perfectly in alignment with clean bends, all the battery units aligned perfectly, and wiring inside the new panels was some of the best I have seen - perfectly straight with clean 90 degree bends into the breakers. These are things that are kind of behind the scene and maybe nitpicky and many may not care about but I do, and it is a demonstration of a quality ethic that extended through the entire job. The paperwork with the utility and county was all handled by 8M, and the system has been up and running for about 8 months now. I later added a Tesla Universal Wall Connector into the system and everything integrates seamlessly into the Tesla app which itself has great control capability. We have already experienced one power outage that put our home off grid and we maintained full AC, lights, and home function while the rest of the street was dark - and hot - and from my perspective the system paid for itself then and there. The only things I would perhaps have changed if I could would have been to add more panels and another battery expansion unit (or 2) to give us more off grid capability for power outages, and establish a separate circuit for the Universal Wall Connector that was outside of the Gateway so that there would not be battery drawdown when charging an EV. But that would have made the installation even more complicated and I didn't think about it until later. I should also mention that I had my system set up with the 64 amp per Powerwall setting - it requires a larger size wire and some other small changes but well worth it imo to have 128 amp output potential (if there is adequate solar). I also had 8M install the "critter guard" mesh screens, they did a super neat and clean installation for this, far better than I could have done myself after the fact and it keeps all the leaves and other junk away. Highly recommend 8MSolar, Tesla Powerwall, and Canadian Solar panels.
I had an excellent experience with 8M Solar from start to finish. The entire team was professional, knowledgeable, and responsive throughout the installation process. They took the time to explain every step, answer all my questions, and ensure I understood how the system would benefit my home. The installation crew arrived on time, worked efficiently, and completed the job with great attention to detail. The quality of the workmanship was outstanding, and they left the property clean after the installation was completed. What impressed me most was their customer service and commitment to making the process smooth and stress-free. The solar system is performing exactly as promised, and I am already seeing the benefits. I highly recommend 8M Solar to anyone considering solar energy. Their expertise, professionalism, and dedication to customer satisfaction truly set them apart.
The 8M was always very responsive and helpful to navigate through that process that seemed once overwhelming. The install smoothly and was accomplished all in one day. They did our good job cleaning up after the project. So far we're super happy with the solar panel install, Tesla powerwall 3, and generation capability. After a month of use, it looks like the 8M m models used to estimate yearly power will be right on. Thanks
I had heard pretty good things about 8MSolar, from my friend and relative. After getting the quote, I end up going with 8MSolar. I am glad I went with them. The service is exemplary, no one was able to beat their price in Concord, NC and their communication was quick and to the point. They took their time to explain me everything and were able to answer my every questions since it was a big investment. Installation and inspection were scheduled without any delay. I would surely recommend 8MSolar. Good job guys.
The experience with 8M Solar is one I would recommend to anyone looking to invest in offsetting their energy costs without the headache and hassle of dealing with the local utility companies. Their pricing and consumer experience are unmatched among their competitors. From inception of the project, everything including pricing, hardware, layout, permits, applications, and timelines were communicated promptly and thoroughly. While I did my own learning beforehand, the transparency of financial and technical information was impressive. Special thanks to Aaron, Rana, Christian, Edward, and several others are well earned and their expertise was appreciated. We paid for our system outright, and we are extremely satisfied with the results. Our solar installation covers over 80% of our energy usage so far, and I can rest easy knowing we will no longer be subject to monopolize energy rates in our area for decades to come.

Frequently asked QUESTIONS

  • Net metering
    In North Carolina, Duke Energy offers renewable energy customers a net metering program. Net metering is a service that rewards renewable energy customers with credits for sending power back to the grid. Excess energy sent back will be exchanged for credits that offset the monthly electricity bill.
  • Federal tax credit
    These systems are eligible for the Solar Investment Tax Credit to provide guaranteed savings of up to 26% of the project value. These credits will continue throughout 2020, 2021, and 2022, only with less money back with each consecutive year. The sooner you install the system, the more money you will save with this federal tax credit.
  • Depreciation earnings
    Solar PV systems installed on storage facilities can be depreciated down to 0% over 5 years much like other commercial systems. This can supercharge savings by providing higher tax savings—especially within the first year.
  • USDA Reap Grants
    For qualified customers, you can receive up to 25% of the project value in a USDA REAP Grant. 8MSolar can provide feedback on whether your business qualifies for this grant.
  • Duke Energy solar rebates
    Duke Energy offers rebates for local businesses. You can claim $0.50 per watt on a new commercial solar panel installation up to 100kW.  This results in rebates up to $50,000 per account.

Installing systems for residential areas with bolted racking systems onto triangle roofing typically takes a couple of days.

On average, residential solar panels contain 72 cells and reach 65 inches in length and 39 inches in width. Most homeowners select black panels with black backing for blending in with dark roof shingles, and white provides another option for color customization.

Storage units provide excellent locations for solar panels due to their large, flat roof sizes. On average, commercial panels offer 78 inches in length by 39 inches in width with 96 cells and a greater panel size provides high energy efficiency.

Storage unit businesses often select white paneling and backing and black offers another option for your preferences. Installation usually takes about a month.

After typical rebates and incentives are applied – the payback on most self storage solar projects is about 3.5 years. Since solar panel systems are guaranteed to last at least 20 to 25 years, your solar panel energy for self storage will become a valuable long-term investment.

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