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Lakeshore Solar<\/h2>

On and Off Grid Solar Electric Systems and Installations<\/span><\/p>

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What we do<\/h1>\n

LakeShore Solar designs and installs on- and off-grid solar installations. Each installation is designed and customized to your needs and requirements.\u00a0 An experienced, certified professional team working under an onsite project manager coordinates the installation and quality assures all tasks.<\/p>\n

Using specialized teams for the various aspects of the solar installation lets us provide the best expertise for each task while reducing the overall cost.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” equal_height=”yes” bg_color=”#f8f8f8″ scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”30″ bottom_padding=”30″ overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in” column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/2″ delay=”0″]

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Engineering and Design<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Our solar designs rely on years of installation experience with a deep understanding of equipment capabilities and limitations.<\/p>\n

Systems are warranted for the life of the asset, so the financial results you expect are the returns that are achieved.<\/p>\n

Lakeshore Solar provides a monitoring system that will show the production and status of your solar power installation as well as calculating equivalent environmental benefits.\u00a0 Real-time performance of the system can be monitored both remotely and as a display in a public place of your business. <\/div>

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Roofing<\/strong><\/h4>\n

A building owner should know that even a detached, ballasted solar system sitting on a roof, can easily invalidate the original roofing warranty. As part of our installation, Lakeshore Solar can correct any roofing deficiencies, and will insure the existing roof warranty is amended to reflect the addition of the solar installation.<\/p>\n

Staying on top of changes in the roofing industry is an increasingly complex job. Everything from waterproofing to adhesives to roofing materials are constantly evolving and improving. A contractor must maintain expertise in new synthetic materials, chemical compounds and equipment technology as well as employee training, safety and customer service. <\/div>

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Solar Installation Wiring & Grid Interconnection<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Our Electricians are North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners (NABCEP). Whether you need a rooftop self-ballasted system with no penetrations in the roof, a solar carport, or a ground-mounted system, we custom design and build your project to maximize efficiency and productivity. <\/div>

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Finance<\/h4>\n

Your organization may be structured as a REIT, LLC or other non-taxable entity such as a municipality, school or church. Lakeshore Solar can arrange financial structuring to facilitate the harvesting of any available ITC, MACRS, SRECS, and other solar incentives. If there are needs to reduce or eliminate the upfront capital investment, LakeShore Solar has relationships with large financial institutions that can facilitate these needs, while still meeting your financial goals.<\/p>\n

To learn more about how we can help you take advantage of your solar opportunity, let Lakeshore Solar provide you with a free, no obligation assessment today.<\/p>\nLearn more<\/span> <\/a> <\/div>

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Solar power isn\u2019t just the future \u2013 it\u2019s the present.\u00a0 A new solar project is installed every two minutes<\/a> in the United States.\u00a0 Businesses everywhere are embracing solar power, and it’s time your company caught up.\u00a0 Consider these advantages:<\/h5>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ bottom_margin=”50″ width=”1\/1″][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]\n

Save the planet
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Reducing our carbon footprint is a moral imperative.<\/p>\n

The burning of fossil fuels, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration<\/a>, generates approximately 67% of electricity in the U.S. \u00a0Fossil fuels are the leading cause of climate change. Generating electric power causes over a third of all green house gas emissions in the United States (source: Environmental Protection Agency).<\/p>\n

While the price of fossil fuel electricity seems relatively cheap, the myriad costs born from its production–such as health issues, environmental cleanup costs and the current and future expenses of adapting to a warmer world–are not included in the electric bill.<\/p>\n

Buildings account for 39 percent of all carbon emissions<\/a> in the United States.\u00a0 Most of these emissions come from the combustion of fossil fuels to provide heating, cooling and lighting, and to power appliances and electrical equipment.\u00a0 Converting to solar is likely the biggest change you can make to fight global warming.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/2″]\"\"<\/a>[\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner top_padding=”50″][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text]\n

Save Money<\/strong><\/h2>\n

An obvious reason to switch to solar is to reduce your monthly energy bill.\u00a0 Additionally, many businesses don\u2019t realize that they can actually save money and make up for the cost of the entire solar power system within a few years. \u00a0EnergySage marketplace data reveals that the average commercial property owner\u2019s electricity bill drops 75 percent after switching to solar. \u00a0After the three to seven years it typically takes businesses to pay off their solar panel systems, they can enjoy free energy for the system\u2019s lifetime, which is often upwards of 35 years.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text]\n

Increase Your Property Value<\/strong><\/h2>\n

History has shown that buildings with solar power systems have a higher property value and sell faster at a higher price.\u00a0 At the same time, that increase in property value will not show up in your real estate taxes as many jurisdictions in the United States provide exemptions for the value of solar power installations.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text]\n

Set an Example \u2013 Be known as a \u201cGreen\u201d Business<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Installing a solar power system shows that your business is committed to sustainability. Many consumers and communities are more likely to support businesses that are environmentally responsible, and 30 percent of consumers<\/a> prioritize their spending at socially responsible companies. Going solar also offers you the opportunity to promote your business within your community and raise awareness on the benefits of saving energy. By building your brand as eco-friendly, you can improve your company image and increase revenue.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/4″][vc_column_text]\n

Boost Your Team\u2019s Morale<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Just as consumers want to shop at eco-friendly businesses, employees want to work for socially responsible companies. Nearly three-quarters of Americans want to work for an environmentally aware company that promotes corporate responsibility. Multiple studies have shown that the more positive employees feel about their work, the higher their engagement and morale. Show your employees that you are committed to sustainability and you can inspire them to support your company\u2019s mission.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1473365444836{margin-top: 50px !important;}”]\n

Enjoy the Benefits of a Reliable, Maintenance-Free System.<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Enough Solar Energy reaches Earth in an hour to power the entire planet for a year.\u00a0 Solar production is reliable, dependable, and predictable.\u00a0 Our systems are warranted for 25 years and require minimum maintenance.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][full_width_section background_color=”#21cdec” text_color=”light” top_padding=”60″ bottom_padding=”40″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/1″][vc_column_text]\n

Like What You See? We’re Just Getting Started<\/h2>\n

Get a free assessment<\/span> <\/i><\/a><\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/full_width_section][vc_row type=”full_width_background” bg_color=”#ffffff” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” top_padding=”70″ bottom_padding=”50″ overlay_strength=”0.3″][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/1″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text]\n

A Measurable Difference<\/h1>\n

Converting to solar is likely the biggest change you can make to fight global warming<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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To get a sense for how much benefit to the environment can be achieved by converting to solar power let’s look at a typical apartment community in Atlanta, GA.\u00a0 We will assume the property has an average monthly electric bill of $400 for the offices and community common spaces.\u00a0 At 11.88 cents per kWH (2016 average), that\u2019s 3,367 kWH per month.\u00a0 A 20 kW net metered solar system would offset approximately 85% of the monthly electric use or 2,833 kWH per month!<\/p>\n

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CO2 and Global Warming<\/h3>\n

97% of climate scientists agree that global warming is likely due to human activities beginning with the advent of the industrial age and is proceeding at a rate that is unprecedented in our history.<\/p>\nLearn More<\/span> <\/i><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column enable_animation=”true” animation=”flip-in” column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color=”#50b1ce” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/3″][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-left” column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/1″ delay=”500″][vc_column_text]\n

The Big Sunny Picture
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Solar energy is far and away the most plentiful source of energy.\u00a0 Just 18 days of sunshine on Earth contains the same amount of energy as is stored in all<\/em> of the planet’s reserves of coal, oil, and natural gas.<\/p>\nLearn more<\/span> <\/i><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][vc_column enable_animation=”true” animation=”flip-in” column_padding=”padding-4-percent” column_padding_position=”all” background_color=”#6b58cd” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ font_color=”#ffffff” width=”1\/3″][vc_row_inner class=”button-row”][vc_column_inner enable_animation=”true” animation=”fade-in-from-left” column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_position=”all” background_color_opacity=”1″ width=”1\/1″ delay=”500″][vc_column_text]\n

Links and Resources<\/h3>\n

Clean solar is not only cost effective, it addresses the urgent need to act to mitigate climate change.\u00a0 Please take the time to watch these informative videos.<\/p>\nTake a look<\/span> <\/i><\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/full_width_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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