So Cal Solar is a company created upon value, education and pride. With over a decade of design and construction experience we are able to offer our customers only the highest most efficient quality solar systems. So-Cal Solar prides itself on being a full service company that will secure your financing, install your system and complete all of your rebate paper work. One of our main priorities to serving our customers is to fuel them with as much knowledge on solar electric that it allows them to feel comfortable and secure with choosing the best solar solution. As you navigate through our residential website you will find some different solar system options, how solar works and the financial benefits of having a solar system. At the end of your experience on our website please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns.

On Grid Solar System:

On grid solar systems use your current utility provider to store your excess solar power that is produced during the day. Then at night when there is no sun to produce solar power you pull the same power you previously stored back through your meter into your home to use. If this is done with a time of use (TOU) meter you can actually sell the power during the day when your solar system is producing the majority of the power at peak rates and then buy it back at night at a low rate essentially accomplishing the process of selling high buying low.

Grid Tie with Battery Back-Up:

A grid tie with a battery back-up system is the same as an on grid system as described above, but it has a small battery back-up attached to it. The battery back-up is an additional option for your solar system but an option that protects you against blackouts for a short period of time. It is truly in essence a hybrid system. The cost for this upgrade is slightly more than a standard on grid system but the protection it provides is worth the investment.

Off grid:

An off grid solar system is an option for customers that operate in an area where no power lines are available or power lines are far from location and the power utility company charges additional upfront fees to provide the electricity. This type of system can provide peace of mind to customers who pay large fees for electricity in these locations and have the stress of relying heavily on others for a daily essential.