We are a top-rated commercial solar installer in Michigan.
Power Your Business. Lower operating costs. Protect your business from rising utility costs.
Michigan businesses face some of the nation’s highest electricity rates. By installing solar, your business can reduce energy costs by up to 70%, safeguarding your financial future.
Let our team conduct a consultation and analyze your utility bill and business needs to show you how much you can save with solar. We specialize in helping small and medium-sized businesses save thousands annually.
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Complete Turnkey Commercial Solar Installation Process
Transform your Michigan business with a complete commercial solar system. As one of Michigan’s leading commercial solar installation companies, we deliver turnkey projects from design to activation.
Solar System Design & Analysis
We design a system that is tailored to your business needs.
- Electric bill analysis to determine optimal system size
- Advanced modeling using satellite imagery and LIDAR technology
- Shading analysis and 25-year production projections
- Financial modeling showing payback, ROI, and tax benefits
- All permits and utility applications handled by our team
Professional Installation
Expert commercial solar panel installation with minimal business disruption.
- Licensed, insured crews with 15+ years Michigan experience
- Installation scheduled at your convenience
- Minimal disruption to daily operations – most systems installed within a few days
- Industry-leading safety protocols and quality standards
Inspection & Activation
We ensure your system is ready to go by coordinating inspections and providing a warranty.
- Final inspections coordinated with local authorities
- Utility interconnection and net metering enrollment
- System commissioning and performance verification
- Customer training on monitoring and system operation
- 10-year workmanship warranty + various product warranties provided
Ongoing Partnership
Support to ensure you are getting maximum performance.
- 24/7 system monitoring with proactive issue detection
- Annual system health checks and maintenance
- Local support team – real people, not call centers
- Performance guarantee with production monitoring
Ready to Cut Your Electric Bills by up to 70%?
Let our award-winning team design a commercial solar system that maximizes your savings and ROI. Free analysis includes 25-year financial projections.
Get a Free QuoteWhy Michigan Businesses Should Choose Solar?
Stop Overpaying for Michigan’s High Electricity Rates
Michigan businesses pay 14.54¢/kWh – 11% above the national average. With DTE and Consumers Energy implementing consistent rate increases (15 increases since 2003), solar locks in your energy costs for 25+ years while delivering up to a 70% bill reduction immediately.
Turn Your Roof Into a Profit Center – 13.56% Returns
Commercial solar delivers 13.56% average returns with 10-12 year payback periods. The average Michigan business can save over $150,000 in just 20 years of having solar power run their business.
Attract Customers & Top Talent with Sustainability Leadership
83% of consumers prefer environmentally responsible companies. Solar installations increase employee productivity and help attract environmentally conscious customers and top talent who want to work for forward-thinking companies.
Future-Proof Your Business Operations
Protect against power outages with battery backup options while demonstrating environmental leadership. Solar systems require minimal maintenance and come with 25-year warranties, providing decades of reliable, clean energy production.
Commercial Solar Financing & Tax Incentives
Solar power offers valuable financial benefits including lower monthly bills, protection from rising utility rates and increased business value. Choosing the right financing option—whether cash purchase or through the Michigan Saves loan program—determines your immediate costs, long-term savings, and overall return on investment. Many of our customers will pay for their solar panel installation via Cash, Credit, Check or through a program like Michigan Saves. In some cases we’ve had some leveraged a refinanced mortgage or HELOC to cover the upgrade.
We are an authorized contractor in the Michigan Saves program.
Michigan Saves is a nonprofit green bank that makes clean energy financing accessible to Michigan businesses. It operates as a financial program that connects business owners with authorized lenders.
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Michigan Commercial Solar Incentives & Tax Benefits
Federal Incentives – ACT FAST!
The 30% solar investment tax credit (ITC) now ends July 4, 2026 (not 2032) – projects must begin construction by this date. MACRS accelerated depreciation with 40% bonus depreciation in 2025 provides immediate tax deductions. If you don’t act now you could miss your opportunity to leverage this tax credit.
These tax credits allow you deduct a percentage of your solar system costs from your federal taxes. That includes the cost of:
- Solar panels and inverters
- Labor and installation
- Electrical work and mounting equipment
- Battery storage (if 3kWh or larger)
- Permitting, inspections, and even sales tax
Michigan Specific Solar Grants and Incentives
The USDA REAP (Rural Energy for America Program) is available for rural businesses and agricultural producers and can supply a solar grant up to 50% of the total project cost (max of $1.5m per year).
The EPA Solar for All – MI Solar for All Program is a $156 million federal program specific to Michigan. This program focuses on lower income communities that can be leveraged for some commercial solar installations.
The Michigan Agency for Energy periodically has renewable energy grants available that may be used for a commercial solar system depending on the type of business you are operating.
We are certified to work with all of the leading solar panel, battery, and energy storage brands.
With Strawberry Solar, you don’t have to worry about researching every product or making the “right” choice on your own. Our team will evaluate your business, energy goals, and system requirements to determine which solution is the best fit. We’ll walk you through the options, explain what matters most, and help you make an informed decision without the overwhelm.
What Our Customers Say
Don’t just take it from us. We’ve helped many Michigan business owners invest in the sun.
Why choose Strawberry Solar for your commercial solar installation?
We are a leading commercial solar installation company located right in Southeast Michigan, we deliver turnkey projects from design to activation and help businesses all over the lower peninsula from Detroit to Grand Rapids.
We are dedicated to delivering custom solar solutions that maximize savings, sustainability, and energy independence. We aren’t tied to a single offering or manufacturer, and we research and install what we feel is the best solution for our customers.
Having been in the solar industry for over 15 years, we’ve learned the importance of building strong relationships—not only with our dealers and manufacturers but also with our customers. These lasting connections allow us to provide expert knowledge, solution-based design, ongoing monitoring, attentive troubleshooting, and dedicated support.
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Commercial Solar Panel Installation FAQs
What financing options are available for commercial solar in Michigan?
If you need a solar loan, we work with Michigan Saves to help our customers find the financing they need.
There are other ways you can pay such as cash, credit, check as well as taking advantage of grants such as the USDA REAP grant to help offset costs. Talk to us today to see how we can help you.
Are commercial solar panels worth it in Michigan?
Absolutely. Michigan businesses pay 14.54¢/kWh – 11% above the national average. Commercial solar typically reduces electricity bills by 30-50% from day one.
With DTE and Consumers Energy raising rates consistently (15 increases since 2003), solar locks in your energy costs for decades. Plus, the 30% federal tax credit ends July 2026, making 2025 the optimal time to invest.
How long does commercial solar installation take in Michigan?
Most commercial solar projects are completed in 3-5 months from contract signing to system activation, with the actual installation taking just 1-3 days. The timeline includes design, permitting, utility approvals with DTE Energy or Consumers Energy, and final inspections.
The key is starting early – with federal tax credits ending July 2026, projects beginning now will lock in maximum incentives while avoiding the rush.
What size commercial solar system does my business need?
System size depends on your electricity usage, available roof space and budget. The optimal size is typically >60% of your annual consumption up to 110%.
We will analyze your utility bills and use satellite imagery to design the perfect system to offset as much of your energy costs as possible.
Will commercial solar work during Michigan winters?
Yes! Solar panels actually work more efficiently in cold temperatures and the snow typically slides off panels quickly or melts due to the residual heat.