Houston Business Save?
The combination of the federal ITC and MACRS depreciation means most commercial solar projects see an effective first-year cost reduction of 50–60%.
Federal Investment Tax Credit (Section 48E)
A dollar-for-dollar reduction in your federal tax bill equal to 30% of your total system cost. On a $200,000 commercial system, that's $60,000 back. Still fully available for commercial projects through 2027.
MACRS Accelerated Depreciation (5-Year)
Commercial solar qualifies for 5-year MACRS depreciation. In the first year alone, you can typically deduct ~27% of the system's adjusted basis — significant additional savings on top of the ITC.
Years of Fixed Energy Costs
Once installed, your solar electricity costs are essentially fixed. While utility rates keep climbing, your solar production is free. For businesses with high energy loads, this is transformative.
* Example is illustrative. Actual savings depend on your tax situation, system size, and local incentives. Consult your tax advisor. Texas Direct Solar provides project-specific financial modeling at no cost.
Every Houston Business
Warehouses & Industrial
Large roof footprints + high energy usage = some of the best solar ROI in the Houston market.
Churches & Nonprofits
Eligible for direct pay under Section 48E — receive the credit as a cash payment even without tax liability.
Retail & Restaurants
Cut daytime operating costs when your business and the Houston sun are both running at full power.
Office Buildings
Reduce overhead, attract sustainability-conscious tenants, and lock in energy costs for 25 years.
Multi-Family / HOAs
Common area solar reduces HOA fees and operating costs. Battery backup protects residents during outages.
Agriculture / Rural
USDA REAP grants available — up to 25% of project cost in addition to the ITC for qualifying rural businesses.
Medical & Dental
Critical facilities need reliable power. Battery backup + solar keeps your practice running when the grid doesn't.
Private Schools
Reduce operating costs, demonstrate sustainability, and protect students from summer outages.
We Handle Everything
NABCEP-certified installation with full project management from permit to activation.
Free Energy Audit
We analyze 12 months of utility bills and assess your roof or ground mount options at no cost.
Custom System Design
Our engineers design a system sized for your exact load profile and any future expansion plans.
Financial Analysis
We model your ITC, MACRS, IRR, and payback period with real numbers — not projections.
Permits & Interconnection
We handle every permit, CenterPoint interconnection, and inspection. You run your business.
Installation & Activation
NABCEP-certified install with minimal disruption to operations. System up, savings start.
Businesses Real Money
Solar + Battery Keeps Your Business Running When CenterPoint Doesn't
Every major Houston storm creates days of business disruption — lost revenue, spoiled inventory, unhappy customers, and employees who can't work. Commercial solar with battery backup changes that equation entirely.
- ✓Keep critical operations running during grid outages
- ✓Protect refrigerated inventory and equipment
- ✓Stay open when competitors close — competitive advantage
- ✓Reduce demand charges during peak grid stress periods
- ✓Demonstrate resilience to customers, employees, and insurers
Lock In the 30% Credit
Before July 4, 2026.
Free commercial energy audit. Real financial modeling. No obligation. Talk to a Houston solar team that's been doing this since 2017.