And no wonder, the city’s finalizing a solar lending program that’s been making news throughout the country. Through this model, homeowners can afford solar panel installations because the city of Berkeley will finance them. Paybacks are set to happen over the course of 20 years, through the homeowners’ property taxes.

Berkeley, California residents have a lot of qualified solar installers to choose from. The following contractors are certified by CalFinder Solar, a service that provides homeowners with free residential estimates from the best the industry has to offer.

Borrego Solar Systems, Inc.

Borrego Solar Systems has been providing commercial, residential, and public sector turnkey, grid-connected solar electric systems for over 25 years. With a portfolio of over 500 solar photovoltaic projects, the company promises proven methods, combined with the integration of the latest technology, to ensure that photovoltaic systems deliver the greatest possible return on your investment.

Horizon Energy Systems

A full service solar contractor, Horizon Energy Systems specializes in solar electric, solar hot water, and solar pool heating systems. Through energy conservation and efficiency, the company assists clients with alternatives that save them money. In addition to solar system installations, the company offers energy audits and energy saving tips in conjunction with system sizing and design.

N2 Electric Inc.

Working with each customer personally, N2 Electric owners Nick McDaid and Nick Gigliotti operate their company around a model of integrity. Between them both, McDaid and Gigliotti have 49 years of project management experience within the electrical trade. With training in multiple solar systems, the company owners can match homeowners with the equipment needed for every unique installation need.

REgrid Power

A renewable energy design, installation, and services company, REgrid specializes in solar PV systems that dramatically reduce their customers’ dependence on their electric utility. REgrid Power delivers state-of-the-art, cost-effective solar solutions in California’s underserved market.

Sky Power

Sky Power believes in providing the very best service before and after the sale, and the very best products available in the market, at the very best prices. The company is a factory authorized and trained dealer and installer of the best and most popular (by global market share) equipment brands around.

Are you a Berkeley or Bay Area resident looking to take advantage of the solar financing opportunities in your area? Find a Berkeley Solar contractor, contact CalFinder Solar with details about your project, and we’ll send you at least 3 free estimates from these or other qualified installers who service your specific neighborhood.