Remodeling Your Home in Arizona? Here’s Why It’s the Perfect Time to Go Solar

Are you considering solar energy for your home in Phoenix? Now is the perfect time to harness the power of the sun and take advantage of significant savings through federal and state tax credits. Our team at Phoenix Valley Solar can help you navigate these incentives and maximize your savings. You can also use our Arizona Solar Calculator to get an estimate of your potential benefits.

If you're remodeling your home — adding a room, updating your roof, or finally building that dream outdoor space — you're likely thinking about design, materials, and contractors.

But there’s one upgrade that can pay off faster than almost any other: solar energy.

In Arizona’s extreme climate and rapidly changing utility landscape, adding solar during your home renovation isn’t just smart — it can increase your home’s value, lock in long-term energy savings, and qualify you for thousands in tax incentives.

Here’s why Arizona homeowners are pairing solar panel installation with their next big home improvement project.

1. Remodels Already Disrupt Your Roof and Electrical System

Many remodeling projects involve:

• Roof work (new shingles, tile, or membrane)

• Upgrading your electrical panel

• Adding square footage or new electric appliances

• Replacing water heaters or HVAC units

• Structural or exterior redesigns

All of these make it easier — and more cost-effective — to add solar at the same time, especially if:

• You’re re-roofing (save on removal and reinstall costs later)

• You’re rewiring or upgrading your main panel (solar-ready)

• Your property is already under permit with the city

At Phoenix Valley Solar, we regularly work alongside remodelers, general contractors, and architects to co-design solar systems that match your remodel timeline and budget.

2. You Can Finance Solar with Your Renovation

If you’re using:

• A home equity loan

• A cash-out refinance

• Or a Fannie Mae HomeStyle Renovation loan

…you may be able to wrap your solar installation into your remodeling project, and finance it all together with low rates and long terms.

This gives you:

• One monthly payment

• Fixed energy costs for decades

• Tax-deductible interest in many cases

• Immediate property value improvement

We help you coordinate with lenders and renovation loan consultants to make solar part of your renovation budget — not an afterthought.

3. Solar Complements Other Energy-Efficient Upgrades

Many home renovations in Arizona now include:

• High-efficiency HVAC systems

• Smart thermostats and lighting

• New insulation or window upgrades

• Electric vehicle chargers

• Tankless or heat pump water heaters

These improvements reduce your overall load — and solar helps cover what’s left.

We’ll model your home’s post-renovation energy use and build a solar system that’s sized for your future, not your past.

4. Bundling Solar with a Roof Remodel Saves Thousands

Re-roofing? It’s the best time to install solar.

Here’s why:

• Installers don’t have to remove panels later when the roof is redone

• Roofers and solar teams can coordinate mounting hardware

• You may be able to roll roof and solar costs into a single financing plan

• It protects your roof warranty and your investment in solar at the same time

If your roof is more than 15 years old, we highly recommend combining both projects.

5. You Still Qualify for All Arizona Solar Incentives

Even if you’re bundling solar with your renovation, you can still claim:

• The 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC)

• The $1,000 Arizona Solar Tax Credit

• Local utility incentives for solar-ready homes (e.g., SRP battery rebate)

And if your remodel includes battery storage, EV charging, or smart home controls, you may be eligible for additional tax credits and rebates.

Our team walks you through all eligible incentives — and helps your tax preparer document them correctly.

6. Solar Adds Long-Term Value to Your Remodel

Remodeling increases your home’s appeal — but it also increases its energy footprint, especially if you’re adding:

• A guest suite or ADU

• A home office

• A new pool

• Electric appliances

Solar ensures your monthly energy costs stay flat, even as your living space and energy usage grow. And when it’s time to sell, buyers in Arizona prefer homes with solar — especially if the system is owned and still under warranty.

Why Choose Phoenix Valley Solar for Your Remodel?

We work with your general contractor, architect, or designer to:

• Design a solar system that fits your aesthetic and roof plan

• Coordinate trenching, roofing, or panel upgrades

• Meet permit deadlines and pass city inspections

• Future-proof your system for storage, EVs, and more

We’re the best solar company in Phoenix for homeowners who want long-term planning, not just panels.

Planning a Remodel? Let’s Add Solar to the Plan.

Contact Phoenix Valley Solar today for a free solar design consultation. We’ll work with your remodel timeline, help you take advantage of incentives, and create a custom energy solution that saves you money and boosts your home’s value.

Are you considering solar energy for your home in Phoenix? Now is the perfect time to harness the power of the sun and take advantage of significant savings through federal and state tax credits. Our team at Phoenix Valley Solar can help you navigate these incentives and maximize your savings. You can also use our Arizona Solar Calculator to get an estimate of your potential benefits.