Residential PV design
From $35Roof modelling, module placement and layouts in Aurora Solar, based on the site details and design criteria you provide.
Solar PV design and permit plan sets for US installers.
Aurora Solar designs, shade and proposal reports, and AutoCAD permit packages from a designer with 6+ years in residential and commercial PV.
Aurora Solar™ Project
Bethesda, MD · 22 Panels
3D Model
LiDAR roof fit
85.3%
Annual TSRF
3 Arrays
Optimized tilt
Solar design support that fits your workflow
Project-based or recurring design assistance to help your team manage workload and keep projects moving.
Aurora Solar modelling and reports
From $45Site models with LiDAR-based shading analysis, system layouts, and shade and proposal reports for your sales team. View sample report ↗
Installer-platform proposal design
From $50Proposal design for installer workflows, with experience in Sighten and Enerflo-based processes.
Permit, construction and as-built plan sets
From $140AutoCAD plan sets including single-line diagrams, prepared to your jurisdiction's requirements and reviewed by your licensed professionals.
Commercial PV layouts
From $350Flat-roof commercial array layouts and drafting support, quoted per project by size and complexity.
Client Deliverables
Sample work: Aurora Solar shade & layout report
See the level of accuracy and technical detail we deliver. Below is a real residential solar design report prepared in Aurora Solar with 3D LiDAR shading analysis.
3D Roof Modelling
3D Roof & Module Placement
Precise structure modeling, ridge lines, valleys, dormers, and 22 high-efficiency PV modules placed across 3 optimized roof planes.
Irradiance Heatmap
Solar Radiation & Shading Simulation
Annual solar irradiance mapping (kWh/m²/year) to identify optimal module placement and quantify localized shading losses.
LiDAR Analysis
3D LiDAR Elevation & Obstructions
Detailed point-cloud terrain and surrounding tree canopy simulation, accounting for year-round sun paths and horizon obstructions.
Bethesda, MDProject Site
22 ModulesSystem Size
97.4%Solar Access
85.3%Annual TSRF
Review the complete 3-page Aurora report
Inspect the full original PDF deliverable including array tilt, azimuth angles, TOF, and monthly solar access breakdown.
Fixed pricing for standard projects
Clear per-project prices for residential work. Commercial and high-volume work is quoted individually.
Design and proposal
$45 per project
- Aurora Solar site model and layout
- Shading analysis (sample PDF)
- Shade and proposal reports
Turnaround: 24 hours
Request a quoteDesign and permit plan set
$145 per project
- Everything in Design and proposal
- AutoCAD permit plan set
- Single-line diagram and equipment schedule
Turnaround: 24–48 hours
Request a quoteFull package with as-builts
$240 per project
- Everything in the permit plan set
- Construction package
- As-built drawings
Turnaround: 48–72 hours
Request a quoteCommercial and volume
From $350 / project
- Flat-roof commercial layouts
- Recurring work at a volume rate
- Scope agreed before we start
Turnaround: 3–5 business days
Get a quotePrices are in USD. Each project includes 2 rounds of revisions. Work outside the agreed scope is quoted separately. Drawings are not stamped or certified; see About.
What you receive
Files in the formats and naming structure you ask for, so they drop straight into your workflow.
- Aurora Solar design with shade analysis — view sample report (PDF) ↗
- Shade and proposal reports
- AutoCAD plan set (DWG and PDF), including the single-line diagram
- Construction package and as-built drawings, where ordered
- Revisions as set out in the agreed scope
A practical extension of your design team
We focus on clear communication, organised deliverables and design support aligned with your project workflow.
- Aurora Solar design and proposal reports
- AutoCAD permit and as-built packages
- Project-based flexibility
- Agreed scope and revisions
- Confidential project handling
- Direct project communication
From project brief to delivery
A simple, transparent process keeps expectations clear at every stage.
- 1. ReceiveReview project inputs, scope and required outputs.
- 2. DesignPrepare the agreed layouts and drawings.
- 3. ReviewRun a quality check and incorporate agreed feedback.
- 4. DeliverSubmit files in the agreed formats and naming structure.
Led by an experienced solar PV designer
SunGrid Design Solutions is an India-based solar PV design studio serving solar installers and engineering teams in the United States. Working in India means an overnight turnaround on your hours.
SunGrid is led by Seema Chhabra, a solar PV designer with 6+ years of experience in Aurora Solar and AutoCAD. Her work covers site modelling and shading analysis, residential and commercial layouts, proposal reports, and permit, construction and as-built packages. She has done proposal design for Sunnova and Sighten workflows and has worked with US solar companies.
Every project starts with an agreed scope, inputs, deliverables and turnaround. We handle your files confidentially and are happy to sign an NDA.
Training
- Solar PV Plant Layouts and SLD Drawings with AutoCAD (course certificate)
- Advanced AutoCAD: Permit Packages, Construction Packages & As-Built Drawings (course certificate)
Drafting services do not include engineering certification, permit approval, code-compliance sign-off or professional stamps. Where required, these must be provided or approved by appropriately qualified and licensed professionals.
Frequently asked questions
What do you need to start a project?
Typically the site address or project files, equipment preferences, design criteria and the deliverables you need. We confirm scope and inputs with you before work begins.
Can I see a sample Aurora Solar report before ordering?
Yes. You can view our sample 3-page Aurora Shade & Irradiance Report directly on the site, or explore the sample work section for a breakdown of our 3D modelling and LiDAR shading analysis.
How long does a project take?
Standard residential design and proposals are delivered in 24 hours. Full permit plan sets take 24–48 hours. Turnaround is confirmed with you before work begins.
Do you provide stamped or engineered plans?
No. We provide drafting and design support. Engineering certification and professional stamps must come from appropriately qualified and licensed professionals.
How is pricing handled?
Standard residential projects have fixed per-project prices, listed in the pricing section. Commercial and recurring work is quoted according to size and volume. Send us the details and we will confirm the price before work begins.
Is my project information kept confidential?
Yes. We handle project files confidentially and are happy to discuss an NDA if you need one.
Need additional solar design capacity?
Tell us about your project or recurring design requirements.
Let's discuss your project
Share a few details and we will reply about scope, deliverables and a suitable working arrangement.
Email
project [at] sungriddesign.com
Solar PV design & permit plan sets
India · Serving US solar businesses