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Avatar for LEGENDARY ELECTRIC, LLC
LEGENDARY ELECTRIC, LLC
5.0(
19
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Solar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For Business

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jeff was great to work with. He took the extra time to discuss questions we had while making sure our solar project was managed seamlessly from start to finish. Everything was planned for and taken care of, down to the small details where his crew took the time to color match the new electrical conduit on the roof as well as on the exterior wall of the house. The entire process was completed in a timely matter, from the initial planning stages, through permits, installation and inspections."
Brian P
Brian P
Brian P
Brian P
roof top solar

+1

16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SOLARSESAME INC
5.0(
6
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Solar Panel Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a wonderful experience with Solar Sesame. My salesperson Emanuel was professional, courteous and truly awesome to work with... Thank you guys so much..."
11.21 kW, Shingle Roof
11.21 kW, Shingle Roof
11.21 kW, Shingle Roof
Solar Panel Install
Solar Panel Install

+20

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Power On Solar
4.6(
5
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Solar Panel Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

We specialize in all your home solar panel and battery installs. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out our home solar offerings below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today.

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Spartan Home Services
4.5(
17
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Solar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For Business

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joel came out to our home in Grass Valley personally to meet with my husband and I to discuss our solar options. He was patient with our many questions and willing to explain exactly what he had to offer. He realized as we chatted that we could qualify, not only for the normal government rebates, but an extra one due to medical necessity, as we store medications in our refrigerator for our son. We just signed and are excited to work with Joel and his team and our project. It is going to be awesome to save money each year on our power bills!"
Look at the steepness!
Front of house
Team work!
Everyone Stays Harnessed
Tiger Paw

+24

Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by21%of homeowners
Avatar for LALO ELECTRIC
LALO ELECTRIC
4.9(
13
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Solar Panels For Electric System - RepairSolar Panel InstallSolar Panels For Electric System - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Highly recommend this electrician! He is energetic, professional, and completely fair with his pricing. He arrived exactly on time, completed the work precisely when promised, and did an outstanding job. I am thrilled with the service and would hire him again in a heartbeat for any future home projects!""
Home Rewire Noe Valley-SF
Home Rewire Noe Valley-SF
Bedrooms
Home Rewire Noe Valley-SF
Sub-Panel

+39

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.4(
721
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Solar Water Heater System - InstallSolar Water Heater System - Install - For BusinessSolar Water Heater System - Repair+1 more

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Albert Nahman PHC installed new AC and Furnace for my house. I like them for several reasons -- 1. At first Tom explained in detail what equipment I need and how they work, and gave me a reasonable and detailed quote at end of the visit. 2. They offer interest free finance. 3. I got free upgrade for furnace when the original quoted is not available. 4. Their installer did good job, and cleaned up afterward. I highly recommend this company."
Living room Mini-Split
Aquasana home Filtration
Almost no disturbance at EBMUD meter
Navien with filtration to protect the heat exchanger
New house valve and Pressure Reducing Valve

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
47 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts

You can install solar panels on a flat or pitched roof, but keep in mind that they will need to rest at a 30- to 50-degree tilt for optimal sun absorption. It costs more to install solar panels on a flat roof because you will need to install a framing system and likely hire a structural engineer. If your roof has a pitch of more than 40 degrees, it may not be a good candidate for solar panels.

No, you cannot turn on a new solar system before inspection. The inspector checks that the system is correctly connected to the grid and that safety components and features are in place. This process prevents problems on the electrical grid and offers protection against fire in your home. 

Your local utility company may also require inspection documentation before you can connect to the grid. An inspection can ensure solar power efficiency and determine how you might increase it.

  • 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.

You shouldn’t hook up a solar panel directly to a battery. That can damage the solar battery and your appliances over time. Instead, install a charge controller between your solar panel and solar battery. Charge controllers regulate voltage, prevent overcharging, and minimize the amount of electrical current to protect your battery from voltage spikes.

In most cases, yes, solar panels are well worth the investment. Going solar with your home’s energy is expensive, but, in most states, the panels will pay for themselves by reducing your electric bills. Solar panels don’t produce greenhouse gasses or other pollutants, meaning you can feel good about using this renewable energy source to power your home. Plus, installing solar panels can boost your home value, helping your profit off your next home sale.

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