Solar Installation
in San Diego
San Diego's most experienced solar installer. 100% in-house design, engineering, and installation — no subcontractors, no shortcuts.
What Solar Installation Services Do We Offer?
From residential rooftops to complete solar-plus-storage systems, every project is handled by our own team from start to finish.
What Is Our 5-Step Solar Installation Process?
A proven process refined over 30 years and thousands of San Diego installations. No surprises, no delays, no subcontractors.
Free Site Assessment
We evaluate your roof orientation, shading, structural condition, and energy consumption. You’ll receive a custom proposal with system size, projected savings, and financing options within 48 hours.
Custom Engineering & Design
Our in-house engineering team designs your system using premium components selected for San Diego’s coastal and inland climates. Every design is optimized for maximum energy production on your specific roof.
Permitting & Approvals
We handle all City of San Diego building permits, HOA approvals, and SDG&E interconnection applications. With thousands of permits processed over 30 years, we know exactly how to avoid delays.
Professional Installation
Our own crews arrive on schedule and complete most residential installations in 1–3 days. No subcontractors, no strangers on your roof. Just trained professionals who represent San Diego Solar directly.
Inspection & Activation
After city inspection and SDG&E permission to operate, your system goes live. We walk you through your monitoring app so you can track production and savings in real time from day one.
Why Does 100% In-House Installation Matter?
Most solar companies sell you a system, then send subcontractors you've never met to install it. The sales team disappears, accountability gaps emerge, and when something goes wrong, you get the runaround.
At San Diego Solar, every project is designed, engineered, and installed by our own employees. The person who designs your system knows the person who installs it. That means consistent quality, direct accountability, and a warranty backed by the same team that did the work.
Want the same in-house team that designs your system to install it?
No subcontractors. No middlemen. Get a quote from the people who'll actually be on your roof.
Where Do We Install Solar Across San Diego County?
30 years of installations in neighborhoods across Southern California. We know every roof type, HOA requirement, and microclimate in San Diego County.
What Do Recent Installation Customers Say?
“Brad and Dirk are the kind of pros that make San Diego a great place. Friendly, know their craft well, not flashy. Went so well I worked with them to expand the original system later on.”
Brian K.
Google review · 2026
“Reasonable price. Dirk and his team are true professionals who know their business well. I look forward to working with them again.”
Kalman Zsamboky
Google review · 2025
“They have free coffee and anything you need to do solar or other electrical products at unbeatable prices.”
Sean G.
Google review · 2025
Common Questions About Solar Installation in San Diego
The physical installation typically takes 1–3 days for most residential systems. The full process from signed contract to system activation is usually 4–8 weeks, depending on permitting timelines with the City of San Diego and SDG&E interconnection approval. San Diego Solar handles all permitting and paperwork.
After 30 years of installing solar in San Diego’s unique climate, we recommend high-efficiency monocrystalline panels from manufacturers with proven long-term reliability. The best panel for your home depends on your roof space, budget, and energy goals. During your free consultation, we’ll recommend specific brands and configurations based on your situation.
Yes, we handle everything. We submit all City of San Diego building permit applications, coordinate HOA architectural review submissions where required, and file SDG&E interconnection paperwork. Our team has processed thousands of solar permits over 30 years and knows exactly how to navigate San Diego’s requirements efficiently.
NEM 3.0 (Net Billing Tariff) changed how SDG&E credits solar customers for exported energy. Under NEM 3.0, export credits are lower, which makes battery storage more valuable for maximizing savings. Our in-house engineering team designs systems specifically optimized for NEM 3.0 economics, and our prepaid lease programs help offset these changes.
Absolutely. San Diego has many Spanish tile and concrete tile roofs, and our crews are experienced with all tile types. We use specialized tile hooks and flashing to ensure waterproof penetrations. Because we also do roofing in-house, we can repair or replace tiles during installation without needing a separate roofing contractor.
San Diego Solar offers multiple financing paths: our prepaid lease program (saves 30–40% on upfront costs), prepaid energy service agreements (up to 40% savings), solar loans, and cash purchase. We’ll present all options during your free consultation so you can choose what works best for your budget.
If your roof is over 15 years old or showing signs of wear, we recommend addressing it before or during solar installation. As a full-service solar and roofing company with in-house crews, San Diego Solar can handle both projects simultaneously — saving you time, money, and the hassle of coordinating separate contractors.
San Diego Solar serves all of San Diego County including Del Mar, La Jolla, Rancho Santa Fe, Poway, Carmel Valley, Point Loma, Mission Hills, Encinitas, Carlsbad, Scripps Ranch, Chula Vista, Escondido, Oceanside, and surrounding communities. We’ve been installing solar across Southern California for 30 years.
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