Roof-Mounted & Ground-Mounted Solar – San Diego County
Power Your Property with the Right Solar Mounting System
Not all solar installations are created equal. At TAG Roofing & Solar, we specialize in both roof-mounted and ground-mounted solar systems—giving you the flexibility to choose what works best for your home, land, and long-term energy goals.
Roof-mounted solar is ideal for homes with good roof exposure, while ground-mounted arrays are perfect for larger properties, estates, or lots with limited roof space. Our team evaluates your site conditions, usage needs, and layout to recommend the right system—and we handle everything in-house, from design and permitting to concrete footings and clean, code-compliant installations.
Why Choose TAG for Roof or Ground-Mounted Solar?
- Roofing-certified experts = safe, secure watertight rooftop installs
- In-house trenching, concrete & electrical for ground systems
- Custom racking systems to optimize panel tilt and sun exposure
- HOA-compliant designs with a clean, professional appearance
- Battery and EV charger add-ons available for energy independence
What to Expect from TAG’s Solar Mounting Process
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all installs. Whether your solar system is roof-mounted or ground-mounted, we follow a structured process to ensure code compliance, long-term performance, and maximum ROI.
- Site Evaluation & System Recommendation We inspect your roof structure, pitch, shade patterns, and available land to determine your best-fit solution.
- Design & Engineering Approval Custom solar layouts include panel orientation, wind-load specs, trenching plans (if applicable), and permit-ready documentation.
- Permit, Utility & HOA Coordination TAG manages all pre-install documentation and approvals, including HOA design boards or city planning for ground systems.
- Installation Day For roof systems, we anchor racking to rafters with watertight flashing. Ground systems include trenching, concrete pier footings, and steel posts to support your racking structure.
- Activation & Monitoring Setup Your system is powered up after inspection, and you’ll receive access to real-time energy monitoring via mobile or desktop.
Time to Install
2–4 days (residential), 3–10 days (ground-mounted or large-scale)
Cost Range: $12,000–$50,000+ depending on size and mounting type
Pricing Disclaimer: Cost ranges are estimates only. Final pricing will vary based on your specific project size, roofing materials, and site conditions. A written proposal will be provided after inspection.
Financing Options: $0-down solar loans, 0% APR plans, HELOC
All financing options are subject to credit approval and may vary based on program eligibility. We'll help you find a solution that works for your timeline and budget—no pressure, no surprises.
Roof vs. Ground Mount – Key Differences
Feature
- Space Requirements
- Cost
- Aesthetic
- Efficiency
- Ideal For
Roof-Mounted
- Uses roof footprint only
- Lower material/labor cost
- Low-profile or flush to roof
- Limited by roof orientation
- Residential homes, small buildings
Ground-Mounted
- Requires open, flat land
- Higher due to trenching & structure
- Visible array, customizable tilt
- Max efficiency via optimal positioning
- Large lots, farms, accessory structures