Serving El Dorado County, Sacramento, Rocklin, Fairfield, Stockton, Fresno & Bakersfield

Your Utility Bill Isn't Going Down

El Dorado County & Central Valley homeowners are locking in lower energy rates with $0-Down Solar — and keeping the lights on when the grid goes out.

✅ No credit pull to check eligibility

✅ Quote to install in as little as 30 days

✅ Licensed, local & rated 4.8★ by homeowners

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Solar With Watts is a California solar sales and home energy company serving homeowners across Northern and Central California. We help PG&E, SCE, SMUD, and SDG&E customers reduce their monthly utility bills with $0-down solar panels, home battery systems, and roofing replacement — designed around your actual usage and utility rate structure.

Our service area covers El Dorado County, Sacramento, Rocklin, Loomis, Fairfield, Stockton, Fresno, Bakersfield, and the surrounding communities. Whether you're on a PG&E time-of-use plan in the foothills, a SMUD customer in Sacramento County, or an SCE customer in the Central Valley, we build systems that work for your specific utility — not a one-size-fits-all design.

Every homeowner we work with gets a transparent proposal, a no-credit-pull eligibility check, and a licensed installation through our EPC partner Solar Savings Direct (CSLB #1065773). Most projects go from signed agreement to powered-on system in about 30 days.

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Verified Customer Reviews
Real Homeowners.
Real Savings.
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4.8 / 5
Google · Verified installs
★★★★★
Google
"No pressure, no gimmicks — just clear answers about what my bill would look like after solar. We're saving about $160 a month. Ed walked me through every step and the install was done in under 30 days."
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Scott R.
El Dorado Hills · PG&E Customer
★★★★★
Google
"I was skeptical at first but the $0 down PPA was completely real. Install was done in three weeks and our first bill afterward was under $20. Wish I'd done this two years ago."
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David M.
Rocklin · PG&E Customer
★★★★★
Google
"We added a Powerwall too. During the last PSPS outage we didn't even notice the grid was down. The house ran completely normal for two full days. Best decision we've made for this home."
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Ena T.
Shingle Springs · Solar + Battery
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CSLB Licensed
EPC Partner #1065773 — verified contractor
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1-Hour Response
Real local follow-up — not a call center
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No Credit Pull
Zero impact on your score to check eligibility
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Transparent Proposals
No bait-and-switch — real numbers upfront
Ready to See What
Your Home Qualifies For?
Takes 60 seconds. No credit pull, no obligation. Serving PG&E, SCE, SMUD, and SDG&E customers across California. Local follow-up within 1 hour.
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Simple Process
Quote to Powered-On
in About 30 Days.
~30
Days Avg. Install
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Step 01

Free Estimate

Submit your info in 60 seconds. We run your utility rate, design a system for your home, and show you real projected savings.

Day 1
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Step 02

Review & Sign

We walk through your proposal together — no pressure, no jargon. When it makes sense, you sign digitally and we file permits.

Days 2–7
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Step 03

Installation Day

Our licensed EPC partner handles the full install — panels, inverter, interconnection paperwork. Usually done in one day.

Days 14–25
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Step 04

Permission to Operate

Your utility grants PTO and your system goes live. From this point your meter runs in your favor — every sunny day saves you money.

Days 25–30
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Your $0-Down Options
No upfront cost required
Most California homeowners go solar without spending a dollar upfront. We'll show you which program makes the most sense for your home and utility.
  • ✓ Everbright PPA — pay only for the power you use, at a rate lower than your utility
  • ✓ Low-interest financing via GoodLeap or EnFin — own your system, payments often less than your current bill
  • ✓ No credit pull to check eligibility — zero impact on your score
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Add a Home Battery
SGIP rebates up to $10,000
A battery paired with solar maximizes your savings under NEM 3.0 and keeps your home running during PSPS outages — without a generator.
  • ✓ Tesla Powerwall or BLUETTI — we match the right battery to your home's backup needs
  • ✓ SGIP rebate program — California incentive reduces battery cost significantly for qualifying homes
  • ✓ Bundle pricing — adding a battery during your solar install is always cheaper than adding it later
Common Questions
Still Have
Questions?
Here's what we hear most.
"Does solar still make sense under NEM 3.0?"
Yes — especially with a battery. We design for self-consumption and TOU optimization so your system pencils even with lower export credits.
"What if my roof needs work first?"
We can bundle a roof replacement with your solar install through our partner Sequoia Roofing — one project, one timeline, no double mobilization cost.
"What's the catch with $0 down?"
No catch. A PPA means a third party owns the panels and sells you the power at a fixed rate. You pay less than your utility charges — that's the deal.
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Real Numbers?
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Not Ready Yet? Start With the Free Guide.
Download the 2026 California Homeowner's Solar Guide — plain-English breakdown of NEM 3.0, SGIP rebates, and how to read your utility bill before you talk to anyone.
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Roofing + Solar

A Roof Built to Last. Solar-Ready from Day One.

Premium replacements with Owens Corning® or GAF®, installed by our partner Sequoia Roofing. Bundle-ready for solar panels and home batteries in one seamless project.

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You Could Qualify for Thousands in Incentives $$$

Switching to solar has never been easier — or more affordable. We’ll help you find the best program for your home:

  • Power Purchase Agreements (PPA)— No upfront cost, pay only for the power you use.

  • Low-Interest Solar Financing— Own your system with payments often less than your current bill.

  • "Not ready for an estimate yet? Download our free 2026 California Solar Guide first."

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What Your Neighbors are saying

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clear answers about solar, batteries, and roofing for PG&E and SCE customers.

Rising rates in both PG&E and SCE territories increase the value of every kWh your system generates. Typical payback is ~6–10 years depending on usage, roof orientation, shading, and your TOU plan. We’ll model solar-only vs. solar + battery and $0-down options for your specific utility. Get a free estimate.
Under NEM 3.0, export credits are lower across California IOUs (including PG&E and SCE). Designs now prioritize self-consumption, TOU optimization, and shifting with batteries. Solar still pencils for many homes—especially higher-usage households or those adding storage. See battery options.
A typical 7–10 kW system needs ~350–600 sq. ft. of clear, shade-free roof. We work around hips/vents; high-efficiency modules help when space is tight. Check roof readiness.
Yes—SGIP is statewide. Priority tiers include high fire-threat districts, medical baseline, low-income households, and homes with frequent PSPS events. Standard incentives may also be available. We’ll screen your address and file the application. SGIP details.
Yes. Batteries store midday solar and discharge during expensive evening TOU periods in both PG&E and SCE territories, boosting self-consumption and reducing peak imports. Many customers see better ROI vs. solar-only. Run the numbers.
Powerwall offers a polished app and ecosystem (5 kW continuous per unit). Other brands may provide higher burst power, different form factors, or better multi-unit economics. We’ll recommend the best fit for your utility, TOU plan, and backup priorities.
If the roof has < ~10 years left, replacing first avoids future remove/reinstall costs. We can bundle a new GAF or Owens Corning roof with your solar for one seamless project. Roof & solar bundles.
Manufacturer coverage varies by product tier and registration; we include a workmanship warranty and review all terms in your proposal.
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Solar Systems We Design and Install

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