Your Electric Bills Keep Rising. Take Control With Solar.
Solar locks in your energy costs. Safe harboring helps secure your 40% tax credit.Why Farmers Are Investing in Solar Energy
Electric rates continue to rise, with no sign of slowing down.
Recent data shows commercial electricity rates increasing by high single digits nationally, with some regions in the mid-Atlantic area experiencing double-digit spikes.
For farmers, that means:
- Higher, unpredictable operating costs
- Tighter margins and less profit
- More difficulty managing cash flow and planning for the future
Solar changes that. It allows you to lock in a portion of your energy costs and reduce long-term exposure to rising utility rates, giving you more control over your operation and future.
The biggest risk isn’t going solar – it’s waiting too long.
While the tax credit is available through 2027, missing the June 30, 2026 safe harbor deadline introduces real risk to your ability to secure your tax savings.
- Supply and pricing will become less predictable
- Installation timelines tighten as demand increases
- Larger projects may face challenges completing development, permitting, interconnection, and inspections before the 2027 deadline
The longer you wait, the more you remain exposed to rising electricity costs, without a plan to control them.
Here’s how you reduce your risk
See Why Farmers Trust Paradise Energy
Solar doesn’t have to be complicated.
Switching to solar may feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. We’ll guide you every step of the way with clear communication, expert support, and a process built around your farm’s needs.
Request Your Site Visit
Your local Solar Consultant will visit your site to understand your goals, gather key details, and answer your questions. Within 2–3 business days, you’ll have a detailed custom solar quote with all the critical information you need to make an informed investment decision.
Safe Harboring, Design, Permitting, and Installation
Once you decide to move forward with your solar investment, our team will work with you to begin the safe harboring process. You will be added to our installation calendar, and our team will begin the design, permitting, and procurement process. We’ll keep you informed every step of the way.
Your Savings Begin
Now comes the best part. Once your system is energized, you’ll see the payoff—lower costs, protected profits, and long-term savings. From here on out, you’ll Save With Every Sunrise.
Taking Control of Your Energy Costs Starts Here
Take the first step to see if solar and safe harboring make sense for your farm.
After you submit, our local solar consultant will contact you within 24–48 business hours (often sooner).
Here’s what to expect:
- A no-pressure conversation to answer your questions and explore whether safe harboring makes sense
- A site visit to gather the details needed for your custom quote
- A custom proposal with system design, full cost breakdown, available incentives, and a 30-year cash flow analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the risks of safe harboring?
Safe harboring does involve a level of risk, and that’s intentional. The IRS requires a meaningful financial commitment to demonstrate that your project has truly begun. With the 5–7% safe harbor method, you’re purchasing equipment that you’ll own and need to store. While that equipment can typically be resold if your project doesn’t move forward, its value and the ease of finding a buyer aren’t guaranteed.
What is safe harboring?
Safe harboring lets you “start construction” on a solar project, so you can lock in your tax credit. By investing at least 5% (typically 6–7% for safety) into project equipment and taking delivery of it, you establish that construction has officially begun. Once that threshold is met, your project qualifies for the tax credit.
What other incentives are available?
The tax credits and depreciation (commercial only) are the primary benefits available to help offset the installation cost. However, several state and utility company grants are available depending on your location. Your Paradise Energy Solar Consultant will guide you to all available incentives.
Can I still go solar after the deadline?
Yes, but you’ll lose thousands in tax credits. Solar will still save you money on electricity, but losing the tax credit will drastically impact your investment payback.
How much can I really save with the solar tax credit?
For homeowners, the federal tax credit covers 30% of the total cost of the system. On an average residential system, this would equate to $7,000 to $15,000 in tax savings. The benefits are a bit sweeter for commercial systems with a tax credit ranging from 30% to 50%. This is significant savings that would otherwise […]
What is Paradise Energy's service area?
Our teams from our seven local branch offices at Paradise Energy cover the mid-Atlantic region, offering solar installations and maintenance services in Delaware, Maryland, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia.
Who is Paradise Energy Solutions?
Started in 2009, Paradise Energy Solutions is a family-owned, full-service solar energy company with the goal of helping people be good stewards of God’s abundant resources, both financial and environmental. While solar energy is what we do, our team is what makes us stand out from the rest. From the four brothers who started this […]
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