Solar Panels for Living Space in NYC
Living space is a cherished asset in NYC and rooftops are the new frontier for claiming more of it. Considering a deck or green roof, and wondering how solar can fit into your plans? Don’t worry, you can have both.
Our patented and award-winning Brooklyn Solar Canopy both creates space for the amenity of your choice, while also enhancing it with shade, rain protection.
Value
Solar incentives and sky high electricity rates make NYC one of the best solar markets in the country. Rebates and tax credits can cover up to 70% or more of gross costs for most projects.
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For full details scroll over the different incentives.
Federal Solar Income Tax Credit
30% of solar system costs can be claimed as a credit on your federal income taxes.
The credits can be divided over multiple tax years if a client is unable to fully utilize it in a single year.
The federal solar income tax credit, which was scheduled to drop from 26% to 22% in 2021, will stay at 26% for two more years.
Your Out-of-Pocket Cost
Up to 70% Covered
Federal Solar Income Tax Credit
Your Out-of-Pocket Cost
Up to 70% Covered
NYC Solar Property Tax Abatement
NYS Solar Income Tax Credit
NYS Solar Rebate
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5-8 Years
$45,000
Avg. 5.4% (Zillow.com)
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BSW
Insurance Package
We’re committed to your system’s performance, monitoring, and payback.
We’ve got you, and your roof, covered.
30-Year Total
System Warranty
All BSW solor systems come with an industry leading 30-year warranty that covers all aspects of the system including the panels and inverter.
Power Production
Guarantee
We guarantee your solar production. If your system fails to perform as expected, BSW will provide cash compensation to cover the loss in savings.
24/7 Real-Time
Monitoring
Systems report performance data to our monitoring staff who are notified if irregularities occur. Data is reviewed monthly to ensure systems are producing as designed. Customers can also track performance via their individual monitoring portal.
Completion Timeline
Average project completion time from contract signing: 2-3 Months
Scroll over project steps for full details.
Assessment & Proposal
Project Initiation
(1 Month)
Permit Application
(1 Month)
System Installation
(1-3 Days)
Inspection & Meter Swap
(2 Weeks)
Tax Season
Assessment & Proposal
BSW survey specialist completes 1-hour home assessment; You review project proposal with BSW solar consultant, and discuss tax credit eligibility with your accountant
Project Initiation
(1 Month)
You choose solar system size, sign contract, pay $3,000 down payment; BSW drafts project plan set and completes professional engineering review.
Permit Application
(1 Month)
BSW submits stamped plan set and building and electrical permit application to NYC Department of Buildings; awaits approval.
System Installation
(1-3 Days)
You schedule convenient day/time & pay remaining installation fee; BSW orders equipment, installs solar system at your home.
Inspection & Meter Swap
(2 Weeks)
BSW schedules ConEd meter swap and DOB electrical and building inspections; You provide access for swap and inspections (1 hour each).
Tax Season
BSW supplies state and federal tax forms; You claim our solar tax credits (& repay bridge loan if needed)