Solar for Eagle homes and businesses

SoL Energy supports homeowners and businesses in Eagle and nearby Eagle County communities with full-service solar engineering, procurement and construction, clear incentive guidance and local support. Get a free solar proposal or call (970) 963-1060.

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Services in Eagle

Residential solar sized to your usage, roof and goals. Batteries that keep the essentials running in an outage. Commercial solar for local businesses, from design through commissioning. Monitoring, diagnostics and local support after turn-on. Solar-ready planning for builders and architects, with 3D layouts and AHJ setbacks.

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Financing & Incentives

Your SoL Energy project manager reviews the rebates and incentives you may still qualify for and helps you explore financing options for the balance. On Holy Cross? Holy Cross pays members to share their home battery (Power+FLEX). Members choose one path: Time-of-Use or Power+FLEX. We’ll help you pick.

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Why Eagle homeowners go solar

If you own your home, you are already paying for electricity every month. Solar turns that bill into an asset on your own roof, and a battery set up for backup keeps the essentials running when winter storms take the grid down. We design each system for the address: roof, shade, snow and electrical service.

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Storage Batteries & Energy Independence

Standard grid-tied solar shuts off during an outage. A battery such as the Enphase IQ Battery 10C, set up for backup, can keep the essentials running when the grid goes down — no fuel, no generator to start.

Next steps/timeline

Installing in the Roaring Fork Valley since 2003, now serving Eagle, with an Enphase partnership for microinverter systems with panel-level monitoring. Share your address and a recent bill and we’ll return a design-backed proposal from a local team, not a remote call center.

Support & Maintenance

Sol Energy’s Support and Maintenance services are included with every installation with no added cost. We ensure the long-term performance and reliability of your PV systems, essential for maximizing your investment:

Performance Monitoring & Analysis: Continuous monitoring to optimize energy production.

Equipment warranties: Coverage on the materials in your system is spelled out in your contract.

Diagnostic Analysis: Prompt troubleshooting and resolution of issues. Transparent reporting on system performance for informed decision-making.

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Your Solar Questions Answered

Will solar panels work on my home?

The effectiveness of solar panels depends on factors such as roof orientation, shading, roof condition, and available space. We assess each home individually to determine suitability.

What are the financial benefits of installing solar?

Solar can reduce your electricity bill, add appeal for many buyers, and pair with incentives and financing you still qualify for. Many systems pay for themselves in energy savings over time; we model that for your address rather than promising a generic number.

What incentives are available for installing solar panels?

Incentives change from year to year and depend on which utility serves your address. Your project manager reviews current options for your property and documents what you qualify for in your proposal.

How long do solar panels last?

Quality panels are built to produce for decades, with gradual output decline over time. Warranty coverage for your equipment is spelled out in your contract.

What maintenance is required for solar panels?

Solar panels require minimal maintenance. Some cleaning to remove dirt and debris and periodic inspections are recommended to ensure maximum efficiency.

Will I still have power if the grid goes down?

Unless you have a battery backup system, standard solar systems shut off during grid outages for safety reasons. With battery storage, you can continue using electricity even when the grid is down.

Can I add a battery storage system to my solar setup?

Yes, battery storage can be added to store excess energy generated by your solar panels. This allows you to use stored energy during peak times, at night, or during power outages.

Roof first or solar first?

If the roof is near the end of its life, replace or repair it before panels go up. We help sequence the project so you don’t pay twice.

What happens during winter or snowy weather?

Panels are built for cold climates. Snow may cover them for a while; production recovers as they clear, and cold, clear days can be productive.

What is the return on investment (ROI) for solar panels?

It depends on system cost, rates, usage, incentives still available and how long you stay in the home. We show project-specific economics on your proposal.

Will my roof be damaged during installation?

Our team ensures that solar installations are done without compromising your roof’s integrity. We inspect the roof before installation and provide solutions if repairs are needed.

What happens next on your solar energy journey?

1. Get in touch

Request a free consultation or sign up to stay up to date with our team at SoL Energy. We’ll help you determine how much of your current electrical usage could be generated by solar power.

2. Initial consultation

One of our solar consultants will contact you to discuss your solar objectives so that the information we present aligns precisely with what you would like to achieve by going solar.

3. Technical Feasibility Study and Design

One of our designers will create a virtual 3D design of a system that gets as close to meeting 100% of your objectives as possible

4. 3D Online Presentation

We will offer you an online presentation to go over the details by using our 3D imagery software. You will see the layout of the solar panels at your site and how and why they will be impacted by trees and other potential shade producing obstructions. You will see the path of the sun as it moves through the days and months throughout the year.

5. System Installation

SoL Energy will handle everything including permitting, utility interconnection applications, inspections, and commissioning of the system.

6. Performance Monitoring and Support

All of our grid-tied systems come with in depth system monitoring with access through a website and/or on a mobile app.