Solar Panel Installation

Clean Energy for Your California Home

Residential solar panel systems in LA range from $18,000-$28,000 before incentives for typical 6-8 kW arrays, $30,000-$45,000 for larger 10-12 kW systems, and $50,000-$75,000 for premium 15-20 kW arrays with battery integration. Federal 30% tax credit applies through 2032. Battery storage typically adds $12,000-$25,000 but improves the long-run value calculation under NEM 3.0 export rates.

Solar systems run $18,000-$75,000 before incentives depending on system size. NEM 3.0 export rates (effective April 2023) made battery storage more important for maximizing value, since exported energy is now valued lower than what utilities charge for evening peak rates. Premium panels (LG, Panasonic, REC) carry 25-30 year manufacturer warranties; mid-tier panels often have similar warranties at lower upfront cost. The full process from signing to PTO (permission to operate) typically takes 2-3 months. Cost variance comes from system size (sized to your last 12 months of bills, not to your roof - oversized systems lose money under California's NEM 3.0 export rates), panel grade (Tier-1 panels from REC, Q CELLS, LG, Panasonic are the standard; premium high-efficiency panels add 15-25% but produce more in tight roof areas), inverter type (string inverter is cheapest; microinverters or DC optimizers cost more but improve performance under partial shading), battery pairing (the federal 30% Residential Clean Energy Credit through 2032 covers the bundle), and structural review (older roofs may need reinforcement before panels mount; about $1,500-$5,000 for engineering + bracing). We run the permit, HOA, and utility interconnection paperwork end to end under license #1131088 with the licensed solar specialty sub. 2-year workmanship warranty.

Pricing Tiers

Pricing reflects typical projects in the Los Angeles area as of 2026. Actual quotes vary by site conditions, material lead times, permit requirements, access constraints, and the scope of any structural or substrate repairs uncovered during demolition. We provide a written, itemized estimate only after an on-site walkthrough. License #1131088, 2-year workmanship warranty on every project, in writing.

All prices are estimates. Actual costs vary based on project scope, site conditions, material selections, and permit requirements. Contact us for a personalized quote.