Fidelity Roof Company Adds New Solar Division for Commercial and Residential Systems

Oakland, Calif. -- June 12, 2008 -- Fidelity Roof Company, one of the Bay Area’s oldest, family owned businesses, announces the launch of their new solar division featuring an expert team of professionals with extensive solar experience.

“As an emerging technology, tax incentives and credits make solar an increasingly viable option, and Fidelity is now positioned to help our commercial and residential customers realize these benefits,” said Fidelity Chairman, Monte Upshaw.

He continues,  “Creating a solar roofing division was a logical progression of the services we’ve provided our customers for the past 60 years,” said Upshaw.   “We worked with solar installations for years through subcontractors, and for repairing roofing issues caused by solar installations. We are very familiar with the work, and know how to do it right, the first time” he said.

Fidelity’s team of professional solar employees offer substantial experience in all major solar installations, including the three dominant systems available today: roof mount, ground mount and stand alone systems.  

There are many factors to consider when deciding if solar is a viable option for a business or homeowner.  Fidelity’s solar professionals analyzes a customer’s annual energy usage, enters in projected savings after tax incentives and rebates, and determines if solar is a good option for them, then generates a custom report.

Fidelity’s solar consultants are completely versed and current with the array of regulations related to solar system rebates and tax credits.  Upon completion of a roof and energy audit, Fidelity will summarize alternatives as they relate to a client’s specific solar installation. 

Solar provides a renewable source of energy, helps to reduce our reliance on fossil and foreign sources of fuel, and most importantly, reduces our carbon footprint.  Energy bills can be greatly reduced through solar installations often by 50 - 100% depending on the type of energy consumption.  In addition to the benefits to the environment, solar installations can increase both residential and commercial property values. 

About Fidelity Roof Company

Fidelity Roof Company, headquartered in Oakland, Calif., has provided superior roofing services for Bay Area residents and commercial property owners since 1948. Fidelity recently completed solar roofing projects for residences in the Montclair district of Oakland using copper shingle roof and Evergreen Solar Panels and the Bardessono Inn and Spa, in Napa Valley, utilizing PVC Membrane Roof and BP Solar Panels. 

Over 50 percent of their employees have been with the company for 15 years or more providing a knowledgeable and stable team of roofing experts.  The company’s solar team ensures that every solar installation is energy efficient and watertight.  Fidelity provides all of their customers with a single-source warranty for both roof and solar installations. 

For more information about Fidelity Roof Company’s new solar systems, contact info@fidelityroof.com, or call (510) 547-6330. 

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