Solar

Supporting San Diego's commitment to clean energy

Benefits of going solar include a lower carbon footprint, reduced electric bills, and higher home value. See how much you could save with a $0 down solar PPA.

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Considering Solar
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Solar Panels & Installation
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See Your Solar Savings

Enter your monthly SDG&E bill to estimate how much you could save with a locked-in solar PPA rate.

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Most San Diego homeowners pay $150–$400/month

How a Solar PPA Works

No loan. No system purchase. No maintenance. Just clean power at a lower rate.

1

We Install Solar — Free

Free Solar Consultations designs and installs a custom solar system at no cost to you.

2

Pay for Power, Not Panels

You pay a locked-in rate for the solar power produced — typically 40-60% less than SDG&E.

3

Compound Your Savings

Your PPA rate stays low while SDG&E increases. The savings gap grows every year.

With SDG&E

  • ✕ Rates increase every year
  • ✕ Tiered pricing penalizes usage
  • ✕ No control over your bill
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With a PPA

  • ✓ Rate locked in for 25 years
  • ✓ Minimal annual escalation (2.9%)
  • ✓ Zero down, zero maintenance

SDG&E Rate Reality

Current

SDG&E Average Rate

$0.45/kWh
Locked In

PPA Solar Rate

$0.20/kWh
Trend

5-Year Increase

~10%/year
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Every month you wait costs you money. The average San Diego homeowner with a $250/month SDG&E bill could save over $1,100/year by switching to solar PPA now.

San Diego Homeowners Are Saving

★★★★★
"Our SDG&E bill was $320/month. Now we pay $145 for solar and our bill is basically zero. That's $175 back in our pocket every single month."
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Maria R.
Chula Vista
★★★★★
"I was skeptical about 'no money down' but it was exactly that. They installed everything, I pay for the power, and I'm saving $190/month."
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David K.
Rancho Peñasquitos

Why San Diego Trusts Us

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CSLB Licensed

Fully licensed and insured for solar installation.

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NABCEP Certified

The gold standard in solar installation quality.

BBB A+ Rated

Transparent pricing and honest communication.

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SDG&E Grid

Expertly handling all utility interconnection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a loan? Do I own the solar system?

No, this is not a loan. With a PPA, you don't purchase or finance the solar system. Free Solar Consultations owns and maintains the equipment. You simply pay for the solar power it produces at a rate lower than SDG&E.

What happens if I sell my house?

PPAs transfer easily. You can transfer the PPA to the new homeowner or prepay/buy out the remaining term. Solar homes sell faster and for more.

Who maintains the solar system?

Free Solar Consultations handles all maintenance, repairs, and monitoring at no cost to you. Inverter replacement and panel cleaning are covered.

Will I still have an SDG&E bill?

Yes, but dramatically reduced. Most homeowners see their SDG&E bill drop to just the minimum connection charge (~$10-15/month).

Get Your Free Savings Estimate

See exactly how much you can save with a solar PPA. No obligation, no pressure — just real numbers for your home.

100% free, no-obligation estimate
Custom savings calculation for your home
$0 down — you read that right
No credit check required for initial estimate

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Stop Paying SDG&E's Rising Rates

Lock in a lower solar rate with $0 down. No loan. No purchase. No maintenance. Just savings.

Get Your Free Savings Estimate