All‑in‑one solar planning & monitoring—built for installers and DIY solar owners
Utility rates climb every year. Model your solar ROI, find state & local incentives, and monitor your system — all in one dashboard.
ROI Dashboard
See payback in minutes
Run what‑if scenarios and export results. Make confident hardware and sizing decisions.
API Dashboard
Your system at a glance
Live SOC, PV power, load and alarms. Works with PVOutput today and Victron VRM.
Incentives Finder
Instant eligibility
Zip‑code level incentives via Rewiring America. Don’t leave money on the table.
Try our free tools or start your free trial.
Create your account & connect your system.
Monitor performance and ROI in real time.
Join Shop.Solar
Membership includes ROI Dashboard, API Dashboard, Incentives Finder, and members‑only guides.
- Model ROI and export results
- Live monitoring (PVOutput & Victron)
- Incentives eligibility via Rewiring America
- Cancel anytime
Close More Deals with Branded Proposals
Create professional, white-label solar proposals in 60 seconds. Your branding, your customer details, accurate local calculations.
Clean summary showing total savings, payback period, and monthly benefits with one-click PDF export.
Your Solar Company
Licensed Installer • yourcompany.com
Embeddable Widget
Add our calculator to your website
Turn your website into a lead machine. Visitors calculate savings and become qualified leads.
Why Solar Planning & Real-Time Monitoring Matter
Smart Solar Investment Planning
U.S. residential electricity rates have risen 3-5% annually over the past decade, and that trend is accelerating. Solar locks in your energy cost at today's prices for 25+ years. Our payback calculator models exactly when your system pays for itself, factoring in panel degradation, utility rate escalation, state & local incentives, and your net metering policy.
Whether you're planning a rooftop installation, RV solar setup, or off-grid cabin system, accurate financial modeling prevents costly mistakes. Compare different panel configurations, battery storage options, and financing scenarios to optimize your solar ROI before you buy.
Real-Time Solar Performance Monitoring
Once your solar system is installed, ongoing monitoring ensures maximum performance and early detection of issues. Track your battery state of charge, solar production, energy consumption, and system health metrics in real-time through our integrated dashboard.
Our platform integrates with popular systems like Victron VRM and PVOutput, giving you professional-grade monitoring without the complexity. Identify underperforming panels, optimize battery charging cycles, and validate that your actual savings match your projections.
State & Local Incentives Still Save Thousands
While the federal residential tax credit expired in 2025, state and local incentives can still reduce your system cost by 20-40%. Our incentives finder, powered by Rewiring America data, instantly identifies state tax credits, utility rebates, SRECs, net metering programs, and local financing options available in your ZIP code. Commercial systems still qualify for the 30% federal ITC through 2032.
Don't leave money on the table. From state-specific solar renewable energy certificates (SRECs) to utility rebates and property tax exemptions, we help you stack incentives properly and understand application deadlines, eligibility requirements, and income limits that could affect your savings.
Choose Your Plan
Homeowner Plan
Perfect for DIY solar owners
- ✓ ROI Dashboard & Calculator
- ✓ Real-time monitoring via API access
- ✓ Downloadable ROI reports
- ✓ Local incentives finder
- ✓ PVOutput & Victron integration
- ✓ Members-only guides
Installer Pro
For solar installers & professionals
- ✓ Everything in Homeowner Plan
- ✓ Unlimited professional proposals
- ✓ Custom branding & logo upload
- ✓ White-label PDF reports
- ✓ Advanced ROI scenarios
- ✓ Priority support
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need hardware for the API dashboard?
How accurate are the ROI calculations?
What's the difference between the $9 and $29 plans?
Which solar incentives are included?
Can I cancel anytime?
What if I don't use Victron or PVOutput?
Do you offer support for commercial installations?
How often is the incentives data updated?
Plan smarter. Monitor faster. Save more.
Join thousands of DIY off‑grid owners using Shop.Solar to plan and monitor their systems.