Martin’s Auto Service

At Martin’s Auto Service in Anna, Illinois, reliability matters. The shop runs year-round, with equipment and lighting that demand consistent power throughout the day.

To reduce overhead and protect against rising utility costs, Martin’s partnered with Artisun Solar to install a 184-panel rooftop system. The 75.9 kW DC array now supplies the majority of the facility’s electricity needs across both shop and office spaces.

The system generated $8,113 in savings during its first year. Over the lifetime of the system, projected savings total $363,437, with payback reached in less than 4 years.

Martin's Auto Service Testimonial

Client Testimonial

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Silas Martin, Co-Owner

I had this idea that there was going to be even more headaches dealing with the details of getting everything up and running. It was amazing to me how turnkey it was and how stress-free it really was. The products got delivered, they took care of getting the machinery here and getting everything installed, and it was just very stress-free. The whole process was great.

Project Details
  • Location: Anna, IL
  • Type: Rooftop
  • Solar Panels: 184
  • System Size: 75.9 kW DC
  • System Output: 38.4 kW AC
  • Incentives Utilized: Federal tax credit, State Depreciation, Federal MACRS Bonus Depreciation
  • Utility Provider: Southern Illinois Electric Cooperative
  • First Year Electricity Savings: $8,113
  • Lifetime Electricity Savings: $363,437
  • Energy Covered: 79%
  • Payback Period: 3.3 years year
Martin's Auto Service solar energy project by Artisun Solar in Northern Illinois.

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