# Van roof rack installs

> Roof racks from Flatline Van Co, White Top Adventure, RoamBuilt, Owl Vans and Aluminess, installed near Jacksonville. Labor $750 to $1,500 depending on the rack.

Page: https://beachsidecustomvans.com/services/roof-racks/ (updated 2026-10-30)

A full-length rack turns the roof into usable space for solar, Starlink, lights, an awning and gear, installed by the Beachside team in Atlantic Beach.

## On this page

### Roof racks at Beachside
Beachside likes roof racks because they cut down on holes in the roof. Solar panels, lights, a Starlink dish and an awning can mount straight to the rack instead of the roof, so the roof keeps fewer penetrations that could one day leak.
Highlights: What the install includes.

### Brands the shop installs
Beachside is an authorized dealer or installer for every brand it carries.

### How an install is booked
Four steps from the first message to pickup.
Highlights: Ask for an estimate, Approve and order the parts, Install at the shop, Pickup and warranty.

### Ready for roof rack?
Tell the team what van you have and what you want installed, and an estimate comes back.

## Questions answered on this page

**How much does roof rack cost?**
Labor $750 to $1,500. Depends on the rack. The rack itself, and mounting anything to it, are quoted separately. Beachside sends an estimate before any work starts.

**Can solar panels go on the roof rack?**
Yes. Most Beachside builds mount walkable semi-rigid panels on the rack, which leaves the roof itself free of extra holes. Mounting the panels and wiring is quoted as separate work, and it can be done at the same visit as the rack.

**Do I need a ladder with a roof rack?**
A ladder makes the rack much easier to use, and most racks are installed with a side or rear ladder at the same time.

**Which vans does the shop work on?**
Installs are done on any make of van, including the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Ford Transit and Ram ProMaster. Full camper van builds are Sprinter only.

**Can I bring my own parts?**
No. Beachside supplies the parts for every install, from brands it is an authorized dealer or installer for.

**How far out is the shop booking, and is the work under warranty?**
Small jobs are usually booked about a month out. Every install carries a 1-year warranty.

**Where is the shop?**
At 1545 Main St #100, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233, just east of Jacksonville. Beachside works on vans from across Florida and Georgia, including St. Augustine, Gainesville, Orlando, Tampa and Fort Lauderdale.

## Next step
- Beachside Custom Vans installs upgrades on customer vans at the Atlantic Beach shop. Ask for a quote with the van's year, length and the work wanted.
- Contact Beachside Custom Vans: https://beachsidecustomvans.com/contact/, (954) 309-0195, alex@beachsidecustomvans.com. Shop: 1545 Main St #100, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233, Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, shop visits by appointment.

## About Beachside Custom Vans
- Beachside Custom Vans: Semi-custom and fully custom Mercedes-Benz Sprinter camper vans, built by hand in Atlantic Beach, Florida, since 2021.
- 55+ full builds and 220+ vans worked on since 2021.
- Google rating: 5.0 from 57 reviews.
- Shop: 1545 Main St #100, Atlantic Beach, FL 32233. Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Shop visits by appointment.