# S7 Solar > S7 Solar is a veteran-owned, family-operated solar contractor based in Venice, Florida, serving homeowners and light-commercial customers across Southwest Florida. The company designs and installs solar panels, battery backup systems, solar pool heating, EV chargers, and related solar services. S7 Solar Enterprises LLC is a licensed Florida Solar Contractor (#CVC57136) and General Contractor (#CGC1530053). The company serves Sarasota, Charlotte, and Lee counties, including Venice, Sarasota, North Port, Englewood, Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, Fort Myers, Naples, Arcadia, Nokomis, Osprey, Wellen Park, and Clewiston. Contact: (941) 353-2853 Email: todd@s7solarfl.com Hours: Monday–Saturday, 7:00 AM–6:00 PM Financing: Available through Climate First Bank; ask about $0-down solar loans. ## Core Pages - [S7 Solar home](https://s7solarfl.com/): Solar power, battery backup, and energy solutions for Southwest Florida. - [About S7 Solar](https://s7solarfl.com/about): Company background, licenses, veteran ownership, and service area. - [Solar services](https://s7solarfl.com/services): Complete list of residential and commercial solar services. - [Service areas](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served): Cities and communities served across Southwest Florida. - [Solar installation projects](https://s7solarfl.com/projects): Examples of S7 Solar installations. - [Contact S7 Solar](https://s7solarfl.com/contact): Request a free solar consultation or system review. ## Services - [Solar + battery systems](https://s7solarfl.com/services/solar-battery-systems): Custom solar panels paired with automatic home battery backup for lower bills and outage protection. - [Battery backup systems](https://s7solarfl.com/services/battery-backup-systems): New or retrofit battery storage for existing solar systems and standalone outage protection. - [Solar pool heating](https://s7solarfl.com/services/solar-pool-heating): Solar thermal pool heating for longer swimming seasons and lower operating costs. - [EV charger installation](https://s7solarfl.com/services/ev-charger-installation): Level 2 home EV charger installation, including Tesla, Rivian, Ford, GM, and other major EVs. - [Commercial solar](https://s7solarfl.com/services/light-commercial-solar): Light-commercial solar design and installation from a dual-licensed solar and general contractor. - [Solar panel installation](https://s7solarfl.com/services/solar-panel-installation): Custom rooftop solar systems designed around home energy use, roof conditions, and shading. - [Solar repairs and maintenance](https://s7solarfl.com/services/solar-repairs-maintenance): Diagnostics, repairs, monitoring reviews, and maintenance for existing solar systems. - [Solar panel cleaning](https://s7solarfl.com/services/solar-panel-cleaning): Professional solar panel cleaning for Florida dust, pollen, salt film, bird droppings, and debris. - [Solar inspections](https://s7solarfl.com/services/solar-inspections): Solar system inspections for homeowners, buyers, sellers, and troubleshooting needs. ## Service Areas - [Venice](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/venice) - [Sarasota](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/sarasota) - [Fort Myers](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/fort-myers) - [Naples](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/naples) - [Punta Gorda](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/punta-gorda) - [Englewood](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/englewood) - [North Port](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/north-port) - [Port Charlotte](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/port-charlotte) - [Arcadia](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/arcadia) - [Nokomis](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/nokomis) - [Osprey](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/osprey) - [Wellen Park](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/wellen-park) - [Clewiston](https://s7solarfl.com/areas-served/clewiston) ## Guides and Articles - [S7 Solar blog](https://s7solarfl.com/blog): Solar energy tips, cost guides, battery backup information, and practical answers for Southwest Florida homeowners. - [Why is my electric bill still high after solar panels?](https://s7solarfl.com/blog/why-is-my-electric-bill-still-high-after-solar) - [How often should solar panels be cleaned in Florida?](https://s7solarfl.com/blog/how-often-should-solar-panels-be-cleaned-in-florida) - [Does roof age matter before installing solar panels?](https://s7solarfl.com/blog/does-roof-age-matter-before-installing-solar) - [How does net metering work for solar in Florida?](https://s7solarfl.com/blog/how-does-net-metering-work-in-florida) - [Florida solar scams: what to know before you buy](https://s7solarfl.com/blog/florida-solar-scams-what-to-know-before-you-buy) - [How much do solar panels cost in Florida in 2026?](https://s7solarfl.com/blog/solar-panel-cost-florida-2026) - [Battery backup vs. generator for Florida storms](https://s7solarfl.com/blog/battery-backup-vs-generator-florida) - [Is solar still worth it in Florida without the federal tax credit?](https://s7solarfl.com/blog/is-solar-worth-it-without-tax-credit-2026) - [Solar installation in Sarasota, FL: cost guide](https://s7solarfl.com/blog/solar-installation-sarasota-fl-cost-guide-2026) - [Solar installation myths in Venice and Sarasota](https://s7solarfl.com/blog/solar-installation-sarasota-fl-myths-debunked) - [What to expect from solar installation in Sarasota, FL](https://s7solarfl.com/blog/what-to-expect-solar-installation-sarasota-fl) ## Important Context - Solar systems are custom-designed from electricity usage, roof orientation, shading, roof condition, and the homeowner’s outage priorities. - Grid-tied solar panels normally shut off during a utility outage. Battery storage is required for automatic backup power when the grid is down. - Published savings, payback periods, pricing, financing, tax incentives, and utility rules depend on the property and current regulations. Confirm current details with S7 Solar and qualified tax or financial professionals.