How to Request a Manual Report
Contact Support
Reach out to the Shovels support team via:- Email: [email protected]
- Contact Us form
- Phone
Specify Your Needs
When requesting a report, clearly describe:- Type of report you need
- Specific data points required
- Desired format (CSV, Parquet, etc.)
- Geographic scope (states, cities, etc.)
- Date ranges if applicable
Provide Examples
If possible, share an example of the report format you’re looking for to help create the report to your specifications.Example Use Cases
- Contractor-specific data - “I need a list of all solar permits pulled by Vivint or Solar City”
- Historical data - “I need an all-time history report, not just the last 12 months”
- Custom filters - “Commercial permits for motels, hotels, and restaurants in California”
Current Limitations
- The web app allows access to data only for the last 12 months unless manually adjusted
- There may be limits on export sizes, so request smaller batches or use specific filters if needed
Best Practices
- Be as specific as possible about your data requirements
- Include examples when you can
- Specify any particular format requirements
- Indicate urgency if applicable
As the platform continues to evolve, more self-service report generation capabilities are expected in the future.