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Solar Upgrade Nexus
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Serving Rye, CO and surrounding areas

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"Overall a great experience, the system on the vacation home is working great! Jake helped guide us through the solar buying process and effectively explained all the benefits without pressuring us into buying anything we weren’t comfortable with. Definitely would work with him again."
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Kesterson Electric
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Serving Rye, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Southern Colorado Solar (SOCO.SOLAR) is an experienced solar installation company founded in 2021, serving rural homeowners and businesses in Colorado. The founders, Chad Bouldin, Darrell Kesterson, and Larry White, bring over 25 years of experience in technology integration, business management, residential and commercial electrical contracting, and utility provider service installation and on-call emergency repair. SOCO.SOLAR is closely affiliated with Kesterson Electric, a highly regarded electrical contracting company that enables SOCO.SOLAR to provide comprehensive solar solutions. With a focus on customer satisfaction and a strong affiliation with Kesterson Electric, SOCO.SOLAR is well-positioned to become a leader in the Southern Colorado solar installation market.

10.36kW Ground Mount Solar Array
9.12kW Roof Mount Solar Array
10.4kW Roof Mount Solar
10.4kW Ground Mount Solar
6.4kW Garage Roof Mount Solar

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TD Commercial
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Serving Rye, CO and surrounding areas

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

"When I call them I wasn't getting heat from my furnace. Very swiftly they had my furnace backup and running and I was receiving heat through my vents my home. I would recommend and have recommended them to many of my friends."
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Solar Panels questions, answered by experts

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.

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.

A few disadvantages of installing solar panels on your roof include the high up-front costs and the potential for increased property taxes. Installing solar panels can increase the home’s value, which in turn can mean higher taxes. Depending on your area, you should check with your local tax offices for more information. Another potential pitfall is roof leaks from a poor installation, but this shouldn’t be an issue if you hire a reputable company.

Ideally, you want to place them facing true south. This is different from what a compass shows, which is called the magnetic south. You can find true south by using an online calculator as long as you know the longitude and latitude of your property. Solar panel placement is key to maximizing the energy you generate, so this is an important step.

Yes, it is possible to install solar panels on a tar and gravel roof, but it is not the ideal roofing material for a solar installation. The process requires roof penetrations to install the solar racking system. While installers will seal these penetrations, they still increase the risk of leaks. This risk is higher on tar and gravel roofs, which are often flat. Flat roofs are more prone to leaks than sloped roofs because they can pool water during heavy rain and hold snow for longer periods, exposing the roof to more moisture.

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