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EnergyAid
3.6(
130
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Serving Chico, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Jorge came on time, conducted a thorough inspection and explained the results. I'm glad to have found a company that can inspect my solar system after the installation company went out of business"
Voltage Testing
Solar Panel Removal and Reinstall
Two Batterys
Bird Skirt
Communication Repair

+20

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Sunriver Solar Power Systems
5.0(
2
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Serving Chico, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Unfortunately my husband s company is moving us to the midwest. Even though we had a signed contract with Rick and Teresa at Sunriver Solar, they we very understanding and basically told us not to worry about it and to enjoy our next adventure. They even asked if they could help us with any of the moving stuff!!! They are a delight to work with, they do everything, they kept us up to date on what was going on, and, even though we could not work with them, we would highly recommend them. You really cannot go wrong with Sunriver Solar."
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Grass Valley Ground Mount
Solar on a workshop
Home Installation
Home Installation

+12

Response time12 hrs
Response rate92%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Sunrun Inc
5.0(
1
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Serving Chico, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The #1 home solar & battery company in America. We know going solar can be complicated. We are here as your expert guide every step of the way. With our customers, we are creating a planet run by the sun. Unrivaled home solar and battery experience\nWith 900,000 homes and counting, no one has more installation expertise.Smart technology\nAn ecosystem of innovative products that put you in control of your home energy needs. Payment solutions for every home\nTailored plans including predictable monthly payments, little-to-no money down, and no-debt options. The Sunrun Guarantee\nThe industry's most comprehensive repairs, maintenance & monitoring program.\n"

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Tesla, Inc
New to Angi

Serving Chico, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Tesla Energy provides an all‑in‑one solar‑plus‑storage solution for your home. Sleek, high‑efficiency solar panels paired with Powerwall help you save on electricity bills and protect your homes from outages. The Tesla app gives you real-time visibility into your energy production, usage and savings—and lets you earn money by supporting the grid through Tesla's Virtual Power Plant. Every system is engineered and installed end‑to‑end by Tesla, delivering a modern aesthetic and the confidence that your home is powered by the most advanced renewable energy ecosystem. With our Price Match Guarantee and exclusive incentives, you can be confident you're getting the best value in home energy.

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California Home I
Texas Home
Texas Home

+3

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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving Chico, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had Mega Power Electric Inc install a solar system and panels. The President and provided excellent communication all the way through the process. He even met with us after installation to explain the almost incomprehensible PG&E bill. Although not the least expensive bid, his was competitive and I felt he was as interested in educating me about solar and the various types of panels and inverter systems as he was in selling a system. He demonstrated how the array of panels would meet our energy needs and as opposed to some of the other companies, wasn't selling us more than we needed. We are very satisfied with our solar system and I highly recommended Mega Power Electric Inc."
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+32

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Ilum Solar
4.8(
13
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Serving Chico, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Neil, the sales rep, was knowledgeable and trustworthy. He fitted us with the exactly the right system for our needs. ILUM was quick to install the panels and they did an excellent job with the workmanship. The installers were very nice and professional. They helped push the PGE paperwork through in an expedite manner. I definitely recommend them."
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El Dorado Hills Groundmount
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Lincoln California New Construction + Solar
El Dorado Hills Groundmount

+33

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts
  • Installing a new electrical meter box

  • Replacing your meter base

  • Replacing your service entrance cable 

The cost to install or upgrade an electrical meter box ranges from $100 to $650, including $50 to $250 for the unit. The meter base passes the power from your electric company to your panel. The cost to replace a meter base is roughly $50 to $250. 

Service entrance cables are electrical cables with multiple wires, bringing power from electrical companies to residential buildings. The cost to replace a service entrance cable ranges roughly from $1,000 to $1,500.

The time it takes to install solar panels depends on the number of panels and the size of your home, but installation takes between two and three days of work. While most contractors can install the panels over the course of a couple of days, switching to solar energy can take two to three months in total. This includes the time it takes to design the system, procure the parts, obtain the permits, install the panels, connect to the main power grid, and get an inspection.

The best solar-panel mounting system will depend on your property layout, but you’ll typically want to try for south-facing panels to get the most sun. Roof mounting and wall mounting are both popular, but if your well setup is far away from buildings and other structures you can also set up a freestanding aluminum frame to mount your panels.

In most states, solar installers need to be licensed and insured as solar professionals, although some states don’t have specific requirements for installers. You can use our state licensing tool to check if an installer you’re considering hiring holds the proper licensing. No matter where you live, a member of your solar panel installation company must be a certified electrician to connect your panels to your home and the electric grid.

In most cases, installing solar panels will not void your roof warranty. To keep roof warranties intact, check your written warranty or call the manufacturer to ask about clauses regarding roof penetrations. You can also protect yourself by getting written approval or a modified warranty that specifically allows the solar installation type you’re planning. Then, hire a professional solar installer that follows roofing manufacturer instructions and protects the roof during installation.

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