What Tiger Solar does

Tiger Solar (formerly Altenergy Solar, founded 2004/2005) is a privately held, regional solar installation company headquartered in Charlottesville, Virginia. The company designs, permits, installs, and commissions solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery storage, EV charging stations, and Generac generators (the latter via a partnership with sister brand Tiger Fuel Company) for residential, commercial, agricultural, educational, and faith-based customers. Its technical capabilities rely on third-party tier-1 PV hardware (microinverters from Enphase and other vendors, panels, batteries) combined with proprietary design processes including 3D solar simulation, plus a branded customer-facing Tiger Solar Portal (iOS/Android/web) for production monitoring, battery management, and referral tracking. The firm supports installations across multiple inverter brands (APSystems, Enphase, Fronius, SMA, SolarEdge), including servicing competitor-installed systems.

Tiger Solar generates revenue almost exclusively through one-time installation contracts, with secondary streams from ongoing service and maintenance (including inverter reconnection) and an outcome-based referral program ($500 per successful referral). Pricing is quote-based with no public list prices; typical residential economics include the 30% federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC), 10–20% ROI, ~10-year payback, and up to 20% property value uplift. Commercial and institutional customers access additional structures including Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), leases, MACRS depreciation, USDA REAP grants (up to 25% for agricultural operations), and Direct Pay for tax-exempt entities (schools, houses of worship).

The company operates a sales-led, community-driven go-to-market across 10 states through five physical offices (Charlottesville and Staunton VA, Grand Rapids MI, Upper Marlboro MD, and Richmond VA coming soon). Distribution relies on free on-site assessments, education-based selling, a formal referral program, and local sponsorships such as the Charlottesville Blues soccer team. Strategic differentiation centers on local presence, NABCEP-certified installers, full-service execution, and ability to service competitor-installed systems. Notable recent moves include Virginia's first crop-based agrivoltaics project (October 2025) with the Piedmont Environmental Council, a Google "Sharing the Power" Foundation-funded resilience hub initiative in Southwest Virginia, SPAN smart-panel authorized installer status (2025), and the rebranding to Tiger Solar following the 2021 partnership with Tiger Fuel Company.

Name

Tiger Solar

Legal name

Tiger Family of Brands

Website

https://tigersolar.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Tiger Solar is a privately held regional solar installer (founded 2004/2005) headquartered in Charlottesville, VA, serving residential, commercial, and agricultural customers across 10 states with turnkey solar PV, battery storage, EV charging, and generator services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Charlottesville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Solar Panel Installation: Design, permitting, installation, and commissioning of solar PV systems for residential, commercial, and agricultural customers. Revenue is generated through direct purchase of systems with federal tax credits (30% ITC) and state incentives available to offset costs.
2. Battery Storage Systems: Installation of solar batteries for backup power and energy storage. Batteries allow customers to keep appliances running during outages and optimize self-consumption of solar energy.
3. EV Charging Installation: Installation of Level 2 EV charging stations for residential and commercial customers, integrated with solar systems for driving on sunshine.
4. Generator Installation: Partnership with Tiger Fuel Company for Generac generator installation. Includes 22kW air-cooled generators, automatic transfer switches, and full permitting and installation services.
5. Referral Program Revenue: Revenue indirectly generated through referral program where existing customers refer new clients. Referrers earn $500 per successful referral, creating a network effect for customer acquisition.
6. Service and Maintenance: Service on all solar systems including inverter reconnection, repairs, monitoring, and warranty claims. Tiger Solar services systems even if not originally installed by them.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Tiger Solar designs, installs, and commissions solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, battery storage, and EV charging stations for residential, commercial, agricultural, school, and house of worship customers. The company provides turnkey services including on-site assessments, 3D solar simulation design, permitting, installation, and post-installation monitoring through its Tiger Solar Portal. It also offers inverter reconnection services and generator installation through a partnership with Tiger Fuel Company.

Product overview

Tiger Solar is a residential, commercial, and agricultural solar installation company founded in 2004, offering turnkey solar solutions across 10 states. The core product portfolio includes Residential Solar Installation, Commercial Solar Systems, and Agricultural Solar (including Agrivoltaics). The company offers several add-on modules and services: Battery Installations for backup power and energy storage, EV Charging Station Installation for residential and commercial properties, Generator Services through its Tiger Fuel partnership, and the Tiger Solar Portal mobile/web application for system monitoring. Additional specialized offerings include Schools Solar Program and Houses of Worship Solar Program. Services extend to inverter reconnection and ongoing system maintenance. The company operates through locations in Virginia (Charlottesville, Staunton, Richmond) and Michigan (Grand Rapids), with additional service to Washington D.C. and Maryland.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Residential Solar Installation Full-service residential solar panel installation including site assessment, 3D solar simulation design, permitting, installation, and ongoing monitoring for homeowners seeking to reduce electricity bills and achieve energy independence.
• Commercial Solar Systems Turnkey commercial solar solutions for manufacturing facilities, businesses, non-profits, medical facilities, and religious organizations. Offers flexible project structures including ownership, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), and leases.
• Agricultural Solar Installation Solar installation services for farms, ranches, vineyards, and agribusinesses, including ground mounts, barn/roof installations, and agrivoltaics solutions that co-locate solar panels with crops or livestock.
• Battery Storage Installation Solar battery and energy storage solutions that store electricity for backup power during outages and enable greater energy independence, including whole-house backup and critical load protection.
• EV Charging Station Installation Electric vehicle charging station installation services including Level 2 chargers integrated with solar systems for charging with renewable energy.
• Generator Installation Services Generator installation and services through partnership with Tiger Fuel Company, including Generac generator installation running on propane or natural gas with automatic transfer switches.
• Schools Solar Program Solar solutions specifically designed for K-12 schools, universities, and trade schools, including direct ownership, Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs), and lease options with educational components.
• Houses of Worship Solar Program Solar installation services tailored for religious organizations including churches, mosques, and synagogues, with flexible financing options and battery backup for emergency shelter capabilities.
• Inverter Reconnection Services Technical service for inverter reconnection and power cycling, supporting multiple inverter manufacturers including APSystems, Enphase, Fronius, SMA, and SolarEdge.

Quantifiable outcome

• ROI of 10-20% typical for well-built solar systems
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Appalachian VoicescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2026Collaboration to bring clean, resilient energy to rural Southwest Virginia communities. Tiger Solar is installing solar panels and battery storage systems at resilience hubs in Dungannon (30.5 kW solar, 115 kWh storage) and Duffield. Funded by Google's Sharing the Power Foundation.
• Piedmont Environmental CouncilcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2025Partnership to complete Virginia's first crop-based agrivoltaics project at Roundabout Meadows Farm in fall 2025. Tiger Solar as installer for the agrivoltaic installation supporting vegetables and energy storage.
• Charlottesville BluesminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 January 2025Title Sponsor and Official Kit Sponsor of the Charlottesville Blues soccer team. Community investment showcasing commitment to local sports and regional growth.
• Tiger Fuel CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Partnership between Tiger Solar (sister brand) and Tiger Fuel Company (fuel distributor with 40 years experience). Combined 60+ years of experience. Solar installations at Tiger's gourmet-to-go convenience stores (The Market at Preston, The Market at Ruckersville) supplying over half each facility's electrical needs. Now partnering on generator installations.
• Solar Alliance of KnoxvilleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInstalling solar and storage systems at the Appalachian Harvest food hub in Duffield (75.6 kW solar, 246 kWh storage) as part of the resilience hub project.
• New Slate Land ManagementminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSheep-grazing agreement with solar developer Silicon Ranch across roughly 1,500 acres in Kentucky. Example of agrivoltaics expanding through partnerships.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Sigora Solar: Charlottesville, VA-based residential and commercial solar installer operating in the same Mid-Atlantic footprint with similar turnkey EPC positioning. Closest geographic and operational peer to Tiger Solar.
• Paradise Energy Solutions: Pennsylvania-based residential, commercial, and agricultural solar installer of comparable scale, with similar direct-sales education-based GTM and turnkey project execution.
• Trinity Solar: New Jersey and Mid-Atlantic regional solar installer with a strong residential focus and direct-sales model; highly comparable customer base and operational footprint to Tiger Solar.
• Renu Energy Solutions: Charlotte, NC-based regional solar and battery installer serving residential and small commercial customers in the Southeast — directly comparable in scale and vertical mix.
• Solar Landscape: New Jersey rooftop and community solar developer/installer with a strong commercial and institutional focus — comparable in project structures (PPA/lease) and Mid-Atlantic presence.
• IGS Solar: Carolinas-based residential and commercial solar installer of similar regional size, with comparable education-based sales and turnkey EPC offering across the same Southeast customer profile.

Broad incumbents

• Blue Raven Solar: National residential solar installer with regional sales offices and similar turnkey residential/commercial model; represents the broader, well-capitalized competitive set that Tiger Solar benchmarks against.
• Momentum Solar: New Jersey-headquartered national residential solar installer with direct-sales motion overlapping Tiger Solar's residential, commercial, and EV-adjacent positioning.
• Sunrun: Largest US residential solar, battery, and EV installer with national scale and capital access; broader incumbent with overlapping Mid-Atlantic service territories that competes directly for Tiger Solar's customer set.
• Tesla Energy: Tesla Solar Roof and Powerwall offering represents the broad-incumbent integrated energy product competitor, particularly relevant as Tiger Solar expands into battery and EV charging.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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